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MS Nursing Leadership and Management at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

Online master's programme preparing practising clinical professionals for upper-level nursing leadership positions. It develops strategic thinking, participation in policy decisions and leading organizations through change and improvement.

Faculty: School of Nursing  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: 36 credits and 300 practicum hours; full- or part-time  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

36 credits including population health, nursing leadership, health policy, quality and political process, evidence-based practice, biostatistics, the healthcare enterprise, leadership coaching, health care quality and patient safety, health economics and finance, healthcare informatics, and two leadership capstone practicums (300 practicum hours).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution; preferred minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; Admission deadline: Fall priority December 1, final May 15. Two letters of recommendation, official transcripts, statement of purpose, current resume. Active and unencumbered RN license from a U.S. state or territory. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS overall 7.0 with individual bands of 6.0 or higher. Statement of purpose 250-500 words.

Duration: 36 credits and 300 practicum hours; full- or part-time

Apply through the official page: https://nursing.gwu.edu/admissions-aid

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