Management and leadership are complementary and necessary skills in today’s business environment. Management focuses on the present while leadership looks to the future. Management focuses on processes while leadership focuses on the people. You need both to run a successful organization. The MS in Leadership program is designed with relevant skills in mind – a survey of 100 HR managers and 500 line managers in big corporations found that the two most important skills to develop in employees were leadership and management. The MSML will instruct you to use proven management strategies to make leadership decisions that guide sustainable organizational strategy.
Program Outcomes
The Master of Science in Management and Leadership will prepare students to:
- Develop ethical leadership skills in themselves and others.
- Examine the effects organizational culture has on leadership planning and development in an organization.
- Manage operations in alignment with Key Performance Indicators.
- Create and manage diverse local and global teams.
- Use data-driven strategy to create operational plans that lead to sustainable organizational growth.
- Implement change successfully through effective strategies that use resource allocation, technology, and cross-functional awareness.
- Create professional presentations and reports that communicate the results of an organizational evaluation with supporting research to selected stakeholders.
- Examine business opportunities in a rapidly changing environment by thinking critically and applying quantitative procedures and tools.
Student Fast Facts
Total Required Credits (42 Credits)
For full course descriptions please refer to the current catalog.
Management and Leadership Core (24 Credits)
- ML 511 Communication and Influence (6)
- ML 521 Organizational Management and Strategy (6)
- ML 533 Leadership and Development (6)
- ML 552 Data Analytics and Visualization (6)
Area of Focus (12 Credits)
- Area of focus must be approved by the Program Director.
Management and Leadership Capstone (6 Credits)
- ML 643 Applied Research in Management and Leadership* (6)
*ML 643 is not available for challenge exam or transfer.
If you’re looking to advance your career or sharpen your leadership skills, a master’s in leadership and management will give you a solid education to achieve your goals.
Upon completion of this program, you’ll be well-positioned for any of the following roles:
- Executive director
- Business manager
- Operations manager
- Organizational development consultant
- Management consultant
- Sales director
- Training and development manager
- Nonprofit program administrator
Networking Opportunities
At CityU, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network by connecting with faculty working in your field, students from around the globe, and alumni employed at Seattle’s top companies. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community that’s dedicated to helping you reach your career goals.
Tuition Cost
Learn more about tuition and fees for our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
2025-26 Cost of Attendance (per quarter)
|
Living with Parent |
Not Living with Parent |
| Tuition & Fees |
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| Supplies** |
$180 |
$180 |
| Housing |
$1,240 |
$4,089 |
| Food |
$1,812 |
$1,812 |
| Transportation |
$858 |
$930 |
| Misc./Personal |
$636 |
$636 |
| Total |
$4,726 |
$7,647 |
**Supplies include books, course materials, course supplies, and equipment.
Student budget values are established using student surveys, CPI index, and actual institutional expenses.
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, & Equipment component will be prorated based on enrollment intensity.
Students in a high-cost region may appeal and request a 10% increase to their housing and food budget component.
Students living in a rural area may appeal and request a 10% increase to their transportation budget component.
Financial Aid Opportunities
At CityU, we are committed to helping students achieve their academic goals no matter their economic situations. Our financial aid counselors are here to find the resources you need to pay for your education, including grants, loans, work study, and scholarships. Learn more about financial aid opportunities at CityU, or contact our Financial Aid Team at 800.426.5596, 206.239.4540, or [email protected].
Military Tuition Benefits
As a Yellow Ribbon school, CityU is proud to serve those who have served in the military. We offer military tuition discounts for active-duty servicemembers and their spouses and accept military benefits such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill® and Tuition Assistance. Learn more about military tuition benefits, VA benefits, and military partnership programs designed to help you reach your military and career goals.
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