Program on hold

The M.S. program is not accepting applications for new students. New students interested in a career as a nurse practitioner or in nurse leadership should explore the B.S. to D.N.P. program or contact VCU Nursing admissions at (804) 827-0046 or VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu.

The information on this page is for current students in the M.S. program only.

Nursing Leadership and Organizational Science Concentration

Two-year full-time or three-year part-time online program

The M.S. in nursing with a concentration in nursing leadership and organizational science prepares graduates for leadership and management roles in health care settings. Graduates earn a M.S. in nursing and are eligible, depending on employment role and work history, to apply for nursing administration certification exams offered through the American Nurses Credentialing Center of the American Nurses Association and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership.

Program Details

In the M.S. nursing leadership and organizational science concentration, your coursework will focus on financial management, human resource management, performance improvement, leadership at the unit or organizational level, and developing skills for creating safe, healthy environments that support the work of the health care team, contribute to patient engagement, and improve the patient experience. You will learn advanced skills to prepare you for leadership and management roles in health care settings.

Financial Info

Use the following links to understand what your attendance costs will be and how aid and scholarships can help make your degree affordable.