A typical candidate for this track includes a nurse who has completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing and is interested in advancing their nursing leadership skills and business acumen. Candidates for the Master’s in Transformational Leadership are seeking to improve their communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills, while also advancing their understanding of decision making, healthcare finance, and budgeting. Candidates are also interested in improving both patient and organizational outcomes and desire to create change within the healthcare environment.
The goal of the Transformational Leadership track is to transform you personally and professionally. Throughout the program you will interact with a variety of multidisciplinary representatives to explore best practices. You will develop, test, and evaluate ideas relevant to nursing practice, along with critically examining concepts and theories in relation to leadership. These skills will help you as you systematize moral, ethical, spiritual, and professional concepts into to your sphere of influence to lead change within the healthcare environment.
Business skills have been integrated into the curriculum to give you a competitive edge and provide a solid foundation for entry into an advanced nursing leadership role. Upon completion of this program you will have acquired skills to better advocate for others, promote positive change, improve outcomes, and effectively collaborate within the interprofessional team.
ADVANCE YOUR NURSING CAREER
several in-demand career opportunities require employees to understand the ways different aspects of healthcare and business and how they align for an organization to succeed, such as effective administration techniques, interprofessional collaboration, and improved outcomes. According to salary.com as of February 26, 2020, the average salary for a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in Illinois ranges between $200,000 to $277,000.
Accredited. The baccalaureate degree, master’s degree, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs in nursing at Olivet Nazarene University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The Olivet MSN: Transformational Leadership program is designed to provide flexibility for students, with accelerated 8-week online classes and no exams. With 12 courses, at 8 weeks per course, the program can be completed in 2 years. In total, the program consists of 34 credit hours, with a tuition of $690 per credit hour and scholarships available. Students have the option to take an additional course to also obtain a certificate depending on course offerings and certificate pathway choice.
Overall, the Olivet MSN: Transformational Leadership program offers a comprehensive and convenient solution for students seeking to further their education while still balancing their personal and professional lives.
Master of Science (MSN): Transformational Leadership FAQs
All courses are online; however, a student is required to complete a 120-hour practicum course with an approved, self-selected preceptor towards the end of the track.
While much of the learning takes place online, MSN-TL students will need to complete their practicum hours in an approved state. Please contact your state board of nursing to verify if our program meets their educational requirements.
Transfer credit may be given for up to 6 credit hours for the Education and Transformational Leadership tracks and up to 9 credit hours for the FNP and Post-Graduate FNP tracks of graduate credit with a grade of B- or higher for any of the MSN core courses listed below. Courses may be accepted as a substitute for comparable core courses in programs that permit transfer credit if work was completed within five years of a student’s Olivet matriculation. Note: For a transfer credit request similar to the NRSG 679/680 (four total credit hours) course, the maximum credit hours that can be transferred is three credit hours. Course transfers convert the credit hours achieved from a course at another college/university to credit hours at Olivet. Transfer credit may be given for the following Olivet courses after review for syllabi similarity.
All students must submit a “Request to Transfer Credit” form, the course description(s), and a copy of the catalog cover, and the course syllabus to the program director/coordinator prior to beginning a graduate program. To determine transferability of credit, please contact the appropriate program director to receive a recommendation for transfer.
In addition to the General Admissions Requirements, the applicant must:
*Students who do not meet these criteria, please speak with an Admissions Counselor about a possible conditional admission.
** Students who do not meet these criteria, please speak with an Admissions Counselor about a possible conditional enrollment.
When choosing your career path, an MSN in Transformational Leadership may offer a multitude of opportunities. To begin, business skill development can translate across several industries, as opposed to degree programs that focus solely on field-specific knowledge. Additionally, several in-demand career opportunities require employees to understand the ways different aspects of healthcare and business and how they align for an organization to succeed, such as effective administration techniques, interprofessional collaboration, and improved outcomes. There is a positive career outlook for this degree. A typical work week for nurse leaders includes 40+ hours a week. According to salary.com as of February 26, 2020, the average salary for a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in Illinois ranges between $200,000 to $277,000. The salary ranges widely depending on several factors such as education, certifications, additional skills, and years of experience. It is important to note that almost half of the jobs in nursing leadership are currently held by those late in their career.
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Discounts are available for our practice partners, alumni, and faculty. Upon completion students should check out government loan repayment programs such as the Nurse Faculty Loan Repayment Program. For a compiled list of available scholarships click here!
Our school is dedicated to supporting MSN-TL students throughout their practicum placement process. Initially, students are encouraged to leverage their personal and professional networks to find a preceptor and practicum site, allowing them the opportunity to choose a location and preceptors with whom they might already be familiar or prefer. This autonomy in selection is highly beneficial, as it allows students to align their practicum experience with their specific interests and geographical preferences.
However, we also recognize that finding a preceptor can be challenging. If a student is unable to secure a preceptor after 30 attempts, our MSN/FNP Practicum Director will provide substantial assistance. At this stage, the MSN/FNP Practicum Director works closely with the student, employing the school’s resources and networks to ensure a placement is found. While this collaborative effort prioritizes securing a quality educational experience for the student, it may not always align with the student’s preferred location. The emphasis shifts towards the importance of completing the practicum at a site that offers a comprehensive learning opportunity, even if it means considering locations beyond the student’s initial preferences.
