Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

Gather Here. Go Far

With locations in Tahlequah, Muskogee and Broken Arrow, NSU is Oklahoma’s immersive learning institution. Choose from in-person, blended or online learning options.

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Scholarships

NSU is committed to assisting students in applying and earning scholarships. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a continuing/returning student, NSU has a wide variety of scholarship options for students to choose from.

Clubs and Organizations

From networking to leadership opportunities, NSU’s over 80 clubs and organizations allow our students to build lasting relationships while getting the full college experience.

Transfer Students

Whether you’re an incoming or current transfer student, NSU’s transfer advisors are available to assist you with transcript evaluation, information on degree programs and support services. NSU is where You Belong.

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Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

Scholarships

NSU is committed to assisting students in applying and earning scholarships. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a continuing/returning student, NSU has a wide variety of scholarship options for students to choose from.

Clubs and Organizations

From networking to leadership opportunities, NSU’s over 80 clubs and organizations allow our students to build lasting relationships while getting the full college experience.

Transfer Students

Whether you’re an incoming or current transfer student, NSU’s transfer advisors are available to assist you with transcript evaluation, information on degree programs and support services. NSU is where You Belong.

More Information

Graduate College

Whether transitioning to graduate school or returning to higher education, NSU’s graduate college is your next step. Choose from over 25 master's degrees and several certificate programs.

Leadership Certificate

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Courses

Leadership, M.S. Embedded Certificate

The Leadership Graduate Certificate provides individuals with the theory, methods, and practice of leadership. The graduate certificate is embedded in the Master of Science in Leadership.

At least 25 percent of the coursework applied to this embedded certificate must be satisfactorily completed at NSU.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate ethical, socially-responsible decision-making.
Demonstrate a solution-based, collaborative leadership approach to organizational change.
Serve as a leader informed by current trends and theoretical foundations.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity.

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Degree Available At

Online
Tahlequah
Broken Arrow

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Career Services

What Can I Do With A Certificate in Leadership?

Program Chair:

Dr. Maria Gray

gray61@nsuok.edu

918-449-6522

47%

Minority Students

$48,195,863

Total Aid Disbursed in 2020-2021

1,471

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