{"id":7639,"date":"2026-01-30T15:19:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T21:19:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/?page_id=7639"},"modified":"2026-01-30T15:19:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T21:19:53","slug":"organizational-leadership","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/colleges\/education\/leadership-education-department\/programs\/organizational-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"Organizational Leadership Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>WSU offers an online master\u2019s degree and a graduate certificate in Organizational Leadership\u2014both online.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The coursework focuses on leadership, continuous improvement, organizational change, project management, and internal communication.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the program, you&#8217;ll learn about your personal leadership style. You&#8217;ll leave the program as a more confident, ethical, and analytical professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Organizational Leadership program gives students a unique educational experience. This is an online program made for professional students, allowing you to choose a flexible degree timeline and individualize your assignments to your profession. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also plenty of networking opportunities, so you can grow from both your professors and your fellow students.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Learn<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Initiate and inspire excellence through innovation&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet the challenges of complex and chaotic social, political, and cultural systems&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage change using continuous improvement strategies&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empower and advocate for others&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think systematically, act collaboratively, and communicate effectively&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<div class=\"wsu-block tabs\">\n\n    <div class=\"tabs-nav\">\n        <button class=\"tabs__toggle\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" id=\"tabbed-1\">Master&#8217;s Degree<\/button>\n<button class=\"tabs__toggle\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" id=\"tabbed-2\">Graduate Certificate<\/button>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"tabs-content\">\n        <button class=\"tabs__mobile__toggle\">Master&#8217;s Degree<\/button>\n<div class=\"tabs__content__item\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div><p>This master\u2019s degree will teach learners how to be strong leaders in their work environments, opening doors for advanced employment opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>This program is a good fit for leaders in education, non-profit organizations, health care, and government agencies.<\/p>\n<p>The master\u2019s degree requires the same coursework as the graduate certificate with additional courses to earn the degree.<\/p>\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/w3.winona.edu\/DataServices\/WSUCatalog\/4336\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">required courses<\/a> for the Organizational Leadership master\u2019s degree program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<button class=\"tabs__mobile__toggle\">Graduate Certificate<\/button>\n<div class=\"tabs__content__item\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div><p>This graduate certificate will prepare learners for promotion and enhance employment opportunities in their professional fields.<\/p>\n<p>The Organizational Leadership certificate is a pathway for professionals who want a post-baccalaureate credential.<\/p>\n<p>Credits you complete for this graduate certificate can apply to the Organizational Leadership master\u2019s degree if you decide to continue your graduate studies.<\/p>\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/w3.winona.edu\/DataServices\/WSUCatalog\/4340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">required courses<\/a> for the Organizational Leadership graduate certificate program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-block accordion\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"How_many_credits_will_I_need_to_take?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"How_many_credits_will_I_need_to_take?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            How many credits will I need to take?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>The Organizational Leadership program consists of 33 credits.<\/p>\n<p>Students take 15 credits of Leadership Education core courses and 18 credits in the Organizational Leadership emphasis.<\/p>\n<p>Elective credits can come from within the Leadership Education program or other graduate programs at WSU, or you can transfer electives from other universities. Elective courses and transfer courses are agreed to with your academic advisor in advance.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_complete_this_online_program?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_complete_this_online_program?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            How long does it take to complete this online program?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Select the plan that best fits your schedule: 15 months, 2 years, or 3 years.<\/p>\n<p>You have 7 years from the start of your first course to complete your degree; however, we encourage you to follow a 2- or 3-year plan.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/w3.winona.edu\/DataServices\/WSUCatalog\/4060\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School of Graduate Studies Academic Policies<\/a>\u00a0provides more information about this policy.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_courses_are_in_the_curriculum?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_courses_are_in_the_curriculum?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What courses are in the curriculum?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Review the full <a href=\"https:\/\/w3.winona.edu\/DataServices\/WSUCatalog\/2330\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Organizational Leadership curriculum<\/a>\u00a0and detailed course descriptions in the course catalog.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"Do_I_ever_need_to_come_to_campus?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"Do_I_ever_need_to_come_to_campus?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            Do I ever need to come to campus?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>No. However, we would enjoy seeing you at the commencement ceremony!<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"I&#039;ve_never_taken_an_online_class._How_do_I_know_I_can_do_this?_\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"I&#039;ve_never_taken_an_online_class._How_do_I_know_I_can_do_this?_\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            I&#039;ve never taken an online class. How do I know I can do this?         <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Completing an online program requires excellent organizational skills and good time management.<\/p>\n<p>If you have the skills search the internet and explore this website, you have the basic technology skills needed to be in our online classes.<\/p>\n<p>Learn from Dr. Theresa Waterbury on how a student can <a href=\"https:\/\/mediaspace.minnstate.edu\/media\/Preview+of+LDRS+644\/1_fuczp197\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">navigate one of their online courses<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_support_services_are_available_for_online_students?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_support_services_are_available_for_online_students?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What support services are available for online students?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>You&#8217;ll have access to all the resources that our on-campus students have, including library services, advising, job search resources, and technical support.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about WSU\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/online-students\/\">resources for distance learners<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"How_does_the_online_learning_environment_give_me_flexibility?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"How_does_the_online_learning_environment_give_me_flexibility?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            How does the online learning environment give me flexibility?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>You can access your classes and complete coursework at any time of day or night.<\/p>\n<p>The online classroom is available 24\/7, and your instructors participate in discussions multiple times each week.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_technology_do_I_need?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_technology_do_I_need?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What technology do I need?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/services.winona.edu\/TDClient\/120\/WSUServicePortal\/KB\/ArticleDet?ID=3845\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">minimum\u00a0technology requirements<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We use D2L course management software for all our courses.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_do_I_do_if_I_have_trouble_with_D2L?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_do_I_do_if_I_have_trouble_with_D2L?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What do I do if I have trouble with D2L?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you&#8217;re having problems with D2L, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/support\/tech-support\/\">WSU Tech Support<\/a> at 507.457.5240 (Option 1) or email <a href=\"mailto:techsupport@winona.edu\">techsupport@winona.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">Contact Leadership Education<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<div class=\"wsu-block grid grid--50\">\n    <div class=\"wsu-block contact-card mb-1\">\n   <div class=\"contact-card__content\">\n       <div class=\"contact-card__title h4\">\n           Leadership Education\n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__subtitle h4\">\n           \n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__description\">\n           <p>Helble Hall 319<\/p>\n<p>507.457.5335<\/p>\n\n       <\/div>\n       <a class=\"wsu-link contact-card__link\"><\/a>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wsu-block contact-card mb-1\">\n   <div class=\"contact-card__content\">\n       <div class=\"contact-card__title h4\">\n           Steven M. 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