Prepare for leadership roles within military, government, and defense-related organizations. This concentration focuses on strategic decision-making, operational leadership, and personnel management in high-stakes environments. Designed for active-duty personnel, veterans, and those working in military-adjacent careers, this track enhances leadership capabilities in complex organizations.
Key Skills Gained
✅ Mission-Driven Leadership
✅ Crisis & Conflict Resolution
✅ Operational Strategy & Ethics
📂 Sample Courses
- PCS 6003 - Personnel Management for the Public Sector: Focuses on HR strategies in military and public service settings.
- PCS 6313 - Organizational Culture: Examines how leadership shapes workplace culture and mission alignment.
- PCS 6333 - Dichotomies of Leadership: Analyzes leadership contrasts and their impact on decision-making.
- PCS 8123 Operational Leadership & External Reporting: Examines leadership in operational settings with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
Drive social change and make an impact in mission-driven organizations. The Non-Profit Leadership concentration equips students with skills in fundraising, community engagement, volunteer management, and strategic leadership. This track is ideal for professionals in the non-profit sector looking to enhance their ability to lead sustainable, high-impact organizations.
Key Skills Gained
✅ Fundraising & Resource Development
✅ Community Engagement & Advocacy
✅ Strategic Non-Profit Management
📂 Sample Courses
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MKT 6423 Strategic Brand Management: Explores the principles of building and sustaining strong brands.
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PCS 8153 - Leading in a Non-Profit Environment: Covers governance, ethics, and operational leadership in non-profits.
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PCS 8703 - Conducting Team-Based Evaluations & Metrics: Develops skills in performance measurement and impact analysis.
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PPA 8893 - Women in Public Administration: Explores the role of gender in leadership within non-profit and public sectors.
Strengthen your ability to lead in government, public service, and civic administration. This concentration develops expertise in policy implementation, organizational effectiveness, and strategic leadership in public institutions. Ideal for professionals in government agencies or those seeking leadership roles in municipal, state, or federal organizations.
Key Skills Gained
✅ Public Sector Strategy & Policy
✅ Budgeting & Fiscal Management
✅ Organizational Change in Government
📂 Sample Courses
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MGT 8813 - Organizational Behavior: Analyzes leadership, motivation, and group dynamics in public institutions.
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PCS 6003 Personnel Management for the Public Sector: Focuses on HR strategies in military and public service settings.
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PPA 8183 - Local Government Finance: Focuses on revenue policy, budgeting, and fiscal management in public agencies.
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PPA 8733 Public Program Evaluation: Develops skills in assessing the effectiveness of government and public sector programs.
Lead in the fast-paced world of sports management and athletic administration. This concentration prepares students for careers in professional and collegiate athletics, sports marketing, event management, and facility operations. Whether you’re managing a team, planning large-scale events, or overseeing operations, this track provides the foundation for leadership in the sports industry.
Key Skills Gained
✅ Athletic Program Leadership
✅ Event & Facility Management
✅ Financial & Legal Aspects of Sports
📂 Sample Courses
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PCS 6313 Organizational Culture: Examines how leadership shapes workplace culture and mission alignment.
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SS 6303 - Globalization and Sport: Examines how global trends impact sports business and leadership.
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SS 8833 - Event and Facility Management: Focuses on sports venue operations and major event planning.
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SS 8883 - Ethical Issues in Sport: Explores ethical decision-making and governance in the sports industry.
