Good Standing

Once accepted into the MSOLC program, students must meet the following standards to remain in good standing:

Adherence to all the University published policies and procedures.
Completion of the degree within five years of matriculation into the program.
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 with no individual course grade below B-.

A student whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 will be automatically placed on academic probation. It is the responsibility of the student to adhere to the requirements for good academic standing. A student on probation will meet with the Director to discuss the conditions and requirements of probation. These conditions and requirements may include continuing probation, academic leave, or dismissal from the program. 

Courses in this Master's program are:   

The M.S. in Organizational Leadership and Communication consists of 33-credits which includes ten required courses and a choice of one elective course. The courses are:

  • The Dynamics of Leadership
  • Research and Writing
  • Organizational Change and Development/Transformational Leadership
  • Critical and Ethical Decision Making
  • Research Methods and Design
  • Strategic Planning and Leadership
  • Organizational Communication
  • Either:

Technology for Leaders OR Organization Culture and Team Building

  • Leadership and Diversity
  • Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
  • Capstone Course