Organizational Leadership, Master of Science

MS in Organizational Leadership

The MS in Organizational Leadership program at Johns Hopkins University approaches leadership as a systems-based practice, equipping students to navigate the dynamic interplay of local and global forces. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum and optional immersive field learning experiences in global and Washington, D.C. settings, students sharpen analytical thinking, cultivate ethical and cross-cultural leadership, and strengthen collaborative problem-solving. Emphasizing both organizational performance and societal impact, the program develops leaders who address complexity, inspire others, and advance sustainable change by integrating ethical integrity, intellectual rigor, and practical expertise.

Admissions Criteria for All Advanced Academic Programs 

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the materials and credentials required for all programs, the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership program also requires:​

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Purpose: Please provide a statement, up to one page in length, describing your personal background and/or a part of your life experience that has shaped you or your goals. Feel free to elaborate on personal challenges and opportunities that have influenced your decision to pursue a graduate degree at Johns Hopkins.

 

Program Requirements

Students in the MS in Organizational Leadership program must complete:

• ​Five required core courses
• Five electives

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Core Courses: Required		15
AS.485.600	The Leadership Gyroscope
AS.485.605	Ethics, Integrity and the Responsibility of Leaders
AS.485.610	Leadership in the Global Polycrisis
AS.485.720	Leadership: A Developmental Process
AS.485.820	Capstone: Current Issues in Leadership
Electives
Select five of the following:		15
AS.485.615	Leading and Managing Change
AS.485.620	Managerial Economics
AS.485.635	Leadership and Organizational Behavior
AS.485.700	Team Building: Individual and Group Dynamics
AS.485.712	Project Management: Leading Projects to Successful Outcomes
AS.485.715	Portfolio Management
AS.485.717	Organizational Development and Innovation
AS.485.718	Strategic Planning for Leaders
AS.485.719	Risk and Resilience Leadership
Total Credits		30

Students develop the following core leadership capabilities through the MS in Organizational Leadership program:

1. Articulate a human-centered, planet-conscious philosophy of leadership informed by local and global dynamics.
2. Apply leadership frameworks to address complex, interconnected challenges.
3. Apply academic research to develop evidence-based solutions.
4. Cultivate ethical, cross-cultural, and collaborative leadership to shape organizational culture and advance societal impact.
5. Implement strategies that empower individuals and teams to achieve professional and personal growth.
6. Advance a strategic vision that mobilizes resources, drives transformational change, and promotes the common good.