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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Executive Leadership (MSN-DNP)
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Program Overview
The Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nursing: Executive Leadership concentration equips you as a leader to improve the work and lives of your colleagues and patients. Maybe you want to implement more economical financial practices, create efficient data systems, streamline reporting procedures, or ensure patient safety by serving on an accreditation board. This program guides you to the intersection between business and nursing. You’ll study organizational and management theory, strategic planning, and organizational development. You will also complete a scholarly, evidence-based project. With your degree, you may serve as a chief nursing executive, chief executive officer, clinical coordinator, or in other executive roles in hospitals, insurance companies, and accreditation and governing boards.
Your degree will prepare you to serve as a chief nursing executive, chief executive officer, clinical coordinator, or in other executive roles in hospitals, insurance companies, and accreditation and governing boards. Salaries for nurses in executive leadership range from $80,000 to $200,000.
Program at a Glance
Total Credit Hours
42
Program Type: DNP (MSN to DNP)
I-20 Approved: No
I-17 Approved: No
Details
Program Director: Program Director – Dr. Jaclyn K. Gaulden
Class Format: Hybrid
Program Duration: 18 Months
Start Date: Fall: August
Admission Requirements
- Previous Degree Required
A Master of Science in Nursing degree in any field of study is required to enroll in this program.
- Transcript Required
All official college transcripts must be submitted as part of the application process for this program.
- Additional Admission Requirements
1-2 years of nursing experience recommended.
- Application Deadline
The application deadline for this program is October 15.
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Career Outcomes
*Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.
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