Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL)

What We Need From You

• Completed application form
   
• An official transcript indicating a bachelor’s degree conferred from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
   
• For applicants whose native language is not English, a minimum TOEFL test score of 600 on the paper-based test, a score of 250 on the computer-based test, or score of 100 on the internet-based test for international applicants (Minimum passing score may vary as the ETS revises the exam.)
   

Still completing your bachelor’s?

Send all official transcripts for all colleges attended and an official transcript from a regionally accredited institution of higher education showing all undergraduate coursework completed and a letter from the school’s registrar on letterhead validating the anticipated degree and degree completion date.

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Common Professional Component Prerequisite Courses | 6 credit hours

Students without a bachelor’s degree in business complete these two courses before starting the MAOL course.

MBA 500 Fundamentals of Business Administration

This course provides the knowledge, resources, and essential skills for success at the business graduate level. Students will demonstrate an understanding of common professional components (e.g., marketing, business finance, accounting, management, legal environment of business, economics, business ethics). (3 credits)

MBA 510 Fundamentals of Business Economics and Finance

Students will gain a foundational understanding of business economics and finance to prepare them for their graduate business studies. This course will cover the basics of supply and demand, comparative advantage, opportunity costs, maximization of profit, money, banking, investments, and financial planning. (3 credits)

Organizational Leadership Courses | 30 credit hours

Based on reasonable projections of faculty availability and appropriate curriculum considerations, the following courses can change as deemed necessary by Baker University to fulfill its role and mission. Students can finish the curriculum requirements in 18 to 22 months. Students may take one or two courses at a time, but must maintain a 3.50 grade point average if doubling up.

MAOL 515 Leadership Fundamentals

In this course, students will define leadership, differentiate between management and leadership, create a personalized leadership development plan, and outline individual and peer assessment and accountability measures. (3 credits)

MAOL 520 Leadership and Organizational Behavior

In this course, student-leaders will focus on how managers become effective leaders by addressing the human side of business. Student-leaders will integrate effective communication skills, through study of conflict resolution and negotiation, coaching and mentoring techniques, and evaluation of individuals, teams, and overall organizational performance levels. (3 credits)

MAOL 530 Corporate Social Responsibility and Accountability

This course is designed for awareness of social, cultural, economic, political, financial implications and vulnerabilities. Personal values, legal requirements, ethical standards will be explored in relation to balancing equity for shareholders, customers, internal/ external audiences. Topics will include labor laws, outsourcing, fiscal management, and transparency. (3 credits)

MAOL 540 Maximizing Technology in Organizations

In this course, students explore the implications of using technology across the organization to manage product development and production, data collection and storage as well as human capital. Students focus on how technology has changed the nature of organizational data. (3 credits)

MAOL 550 Methods of Inquiry for Business Decisions

This course will focus on methods and resources for collection and analysis of business data. Statistical procedures, research methodology, and application to real-world scenarios will be explored. Additionally, students will learn how to apply analyses of commonly used documents such as annual reports, financial statements, performance reviews, and production reports to make sound business decisions. (3 credits)

MAOL 560 Assessment of Organizational Performance

This course will examine the assessment of organizational performance from a holistic perspective. Students will study the techniques of assessment for a variety of groups and individuals in the organizational setting. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on using multiple forms of performance data for strategic planning, group and individual performance enhancement, mission and goal development, and industry comparison. (3 credits)

MAOL 580 Sustainability for Future Success

This course will look at growth and sustainability strategies with a focus on current models, frameworks, and measurement systems for long-range business success. Students will develop and determine sustainable business plans for current companies looking at industry trends, consumer research, financial success, and community responsibility. Creative and innovative approaches to business sustainability will be reviewed and applied. (3 credits)

MAOL 585 Winds of Change

This course is designed to ascertain the impact of internal and external environmental issues (e.g., social, cultural, economic, ethical, legal, political, financial) on opportunities and risks in global marketplace. After in-depth analysis, student-leaders will determine which dynamics provide a competitive advantage. (3 credits)

MAOL 590 Strategic Leadership: Vision to Implementation

In this course, student-leaders will explore how successful leaders develop a vision for the future, align the organization behind that vision, and motivate people to achieve the vision. The design of effective organizations is dependent upon managing change to achieve superior performance. Students will develop plans for creating and sustaining a climate for corporate growth that adapts through strategic agility and resilience. (3 credits)

MAOL 595 The Leadership Perspective

In this course, student-leaders will interact with a number of corporate and community leaders who will outline their philosophies of organizational growth and define the forces that drive a competitive environment. Guest speakers will offer strategy, predictions, and secrets to leadership success. Students will research each company and prepare questions for interactive interviews. (3 credits)

• Successful completion of the specified Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership curriculum (30 credit hours)
• A 3.0 overall grade point average with no  grades below a C
• An MAOL core grade point average of at least 3.0
• Completion of all coursework within six years of the date of initial enrollment
• Submission of intent to graduate form six months before anticipated degree completion
• Payment of all tuition and fees
• Approval by the faculty and Board of Trustees