MSN: Nursing Leadership and Management

The MSN: Nursing Leadership and Management program consists of 36 credit hours. Questions about program requirements should be directed to the program director, Joyce Knestrick.

Programs of Study

• Nursing Leadership and Management MSN program of study (fall, part-time)
• Nursing Leadership and Management MSN program of study (fall, full-time)

Courses

For full listing of courses and descriptions, please visit the University Bulletin.

Virtual New Student Orientation

You will be required to complete the Virtual New Student Orientation, which provides the knowledge and tools needed to be successful at GW Nursing. You will learn about the academic resources available to you, program requirements, course registration, online technology and other expectations. 

Technology Requirements

Each student admitted to the MSN program is expected to own and have ready access to a laptop or tablet with basic productivity software for classroom use. View Policy.

Complete applications that are submitted by the priority deadline will be reviewed first. Applications do not have to be verified by the priority deadline, only completed and submitted.

Questions? Contact the Office of Admissions at [email protected]

A completed application includes the following components:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university
• Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university
• Official transcripts (from all post-secondary schools)
• Two letters of recommendation
• Current resume
• Statement of Purpose
• Current and unencumbered RN license from a U.S. state or territory

Note:
GW Nursing is subject to state authorization requirements in order to offer an approved nursing curriculum. View available states.

At the conclusion of this MSN program, you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate leadership based upon advanced knowledge.
2. Promote and improve quality in the workplace through quality improvement practices.
3. Synthesize knowledge of nursing practice, theory and research as a foundation for advanced nursing practice.
4. Demonstrate continued professional development through ongoing education.
5. Build an interdisciplinary professional network that includes collaboration and teamwork.
6. Promote positive changes in health care delivery and nursing practice.
7. Engage in caring and collaborative relationships with patients/clients for shared decision-making.

The following practicum courses are required

• Nurs 6258: Practicum I (150 hours in a leadership practicum with a preceptor who has a Master's Degree or higher)
• Nurs 6259: Practicum II (150 hours in a leadership practicum) – The preceptor and associated site must be different than those chosen for Nurs 6258.

Questions about leadership practicum placement requirements should be directed to [email protected].