ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH A MASTER’S DEGREE IN LEADERSHIP.

Gain the confidence and competencies to lead with purpose in the Master of Science in Strategic Leadership (MSSL) program at North Carolina Wesleyan University. One of the most affordable leadership programs around, this MSSL degree offers a heavy focus on strategy to improve organizational effectiveness across business, industry, education or non-profits.

Build your career as a strategic leader with NCWU.

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Go after your goals.

It’s your time! Prepare for success and senior roles in for-profit and non-profit organizations, public administration, human resources, consulting, and federal or state contracting (to name a few). Our highly competitive tuition rates mean now is the right time to invest in you.

Core Skills Developed WITH A MASTER’S DEGREE IN LEADERSHIP

Strategic Planning: Design and implement long-term success strategies.
Organizational Leadership: Lead teams and manage behavior effectively.
Diversity & Inclusion: Foster inclusive, culturally competent leadership.
Conflict & Collaboration: Resolve conflicts and promote teamwork.
Change & Crisis Management: Navigate transformation and lead under pressure.
Innovation in Leadership: Inspire creativity and adaptive thinking.
Consulting & Coaching: Support growth through leadership consulting.
Practical Application: Apply skills in real or simulated leadership projects.

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Complete your MSSL degree online in just 1 year!

Classes are starting soon. Don’t miss your chance to join… Apply today!

100% online master’s degree

Convenient 8-week terms,
2 classes per term

Full-time & part-time learning options

Finish in 12 months

Supportive faculty who care about your goals

Designed to be highly affordable

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Balance your life and education.

Designed for working adults, our MSSL program can be completed in just 12 months (full-time track) or 24 months or longer (part-time track). Classes are delivered 100% online in 8-week terms so you can start and stop at any time.

Hear What NCWU Students Have to Say.

Choosing NC Wesleyan’s Graduate Degree Program was driven by my desire to develop essential leadership and management skills. The school’s strong reputation for its graduate programs and the Strategic Leadership program’s alignment with my goals were pivotal in my decision. The opportunity to complete the program within a 12-month timeframe was also a significant factor, allowing me to quickly advance my career. One of my favorite aspects of the NC Wesleyan Graduate Degree Program is the online option, which enabled me to maintain a full-time job while earning my degree. The professors were consistently responsive, providing support throughout the process. This degree has been instrumental in enhancing my conflict resolution skills in my management role and has increased my competitiveness for director role interviews. I would encourage others to become Wesleyan students due to the excellent, supportive, and genuinely caring staff.

Tyrone Sutton