2025-2026 Graduate Academic Catalog
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Executive Leadership and Management
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Overview
The currently rapidly evolving healthcare landscape necessitates continuous updates for nursing administrators and leaders. The graduate Nursing Executive Leadership and Management Certificate provides introductory concepts required for nursing administrators. This certificate provides education in emerging health care trends, technologies, and patient care demands. Additionally, incorporating advanced content on informatics, quality improvement, and population health while addressing the growing emphasis on holistic, technology-driven, and equitable care approaches in modern nursing. The Graduate Nursing Executive Leadership and Management Certificate consists of a series of courses that combine theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Each course is designed to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing students to lead effectively in a complex health care environment. In an era where health care is increasingly driven by technology and innovative practices, this certificate provides nursing leaders with the tools necessary to thrive by focusing on contemporary challenges and solutions in healthcare. This program prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions to their organizations and the communities they serve. The certificate can be completed in two semesters of full-time study or four terms of part-time study (excluding summer).
For additional information, see the Certificates policy.
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Graduate Certificate in Nursing Executive Leadership and Management Version S1
Required Courses
Students take all courses listed below. Elective Courses
Students chose one of the two courses below. Note:
All Nursing Executive Leadership and Management certificate credits are transferrable into the Executive Leadership and Management MSN, which can be earned with an additional 23 credits. |
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