Fairleigh Dickinson University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA - Organizational Behavior, Organizational Leadership Certificate

Program Description:

The Master of Arts in organizational behavior is targeted toward students who have attained, or who aspire to leadership positions in the future. The curriculum is designed to develop personal leadership competencies and to apply them in a variety of organizational contexts. Students work with skilled instructors and personal mentors to strengthen and apply their experience and knowledge. All classes are held on alternate Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Intensive year-round scheduling makes it possible to complete the entire 42-credit program within 30 months. Most classes include a 'mentoring' component, where each student works one-on-one with an experienced business or professional faculty mentor and coach to enhance their personal skills. Students unable to commit to the full program may opt for an 18-credit certificate program, completed in one year's time.
Admission Requirements:
An earned bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.00 average in the major.
A personal statement of interest and relevance of the program to the applicant.
Submission of a relevant work project to demonstrate ability to work with complex concepts and fluid self-expression.
An interview with a minimum of two faculty members.
Three letters of reference.

Accreditation:

Fairleigh Dickinson University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Eligibility Requirements:

A personal statement of interest and relevance of the program to the applicant. Current or past work experience and submission of a relevant work project to demonstrate ability to work with complex concepts and fluid self-expression. A faculty interview. Three letters of reference.

# of Credits Required:

42

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$1041.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Format: Campus

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999