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Do you feel that you have the unique ability to pair practical business tactics with the softer skills of relationship building and creative problem solving? If you think you could excel at cutting through the clutter and implementing best-practice management techniques to the benefit of your organization, now is the time to pursue a Master of Science in Leadership from South University.

The Leadership masters degree program is tailored to meet the needs of working adults, giving you the freedom to take classes any time of the day or night. Less quantitatively oriented than an MBA, this Leadership masters degree program is geared toward those individuals who understand the importance of ethics and proper management during times of change. Blending analytical skills with creativity, imagination, and other human skills, students will have the opportunity to gain a solid foundation in a range of real-world leadership necessities, including:

• Interpersonal communication skills
• Conflict resolution
• Human resource management
• Diversity management

Graduates of the Leadership masters degree program will have be prepared for leadership positions in public, private, and non-profit organizations.

Employment Opportunity for Leadership

"Employment of management analysts is expected to grow 22 percent over the 2006-16 decade, much faster than the average for all occupations, as industry and government increasingly rely on outside expertise to improve the performance of their organizations. Job opportunities are expected to be best for those with a graduate degree, specialized expertise, and a talent for salesmanship and public relations."

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Management Analysts, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos019.htm.

Academic Requirements

The Master of Science in Leadership program is designed for prospective students who have:

• Completed an application for admission and submitted an application fee ($50)
• Completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 2.7 or better on a 4.0 scale, or, Completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum combined GMAT score at or above the 50 percentile.

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