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Department of Leadership Studies

Learning and Career Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

#1

Leadership and Development Theories

Masters candidates will articulate prominent leadership theories in Leadership Studies, analyze and critique these theories, and apply these theories in the course of addressing a variety of organizational issues and problems.

#2

Critical Thinking and Analytical Approaches

Students will select relevant information, organize and evaluate the information, and apply the information to issues of leadership.

#3

Organizational Systems and Group Dynamics

Students will demonstrate an understanding of key theories of organizational behavior and change, and apply these theories in an organizational setting.

#4

Cultural Competency Global Understanding

Students will critically examine cultures other than their own, and apply the knowledge gained in their personal and professional lives.

#5

Self-awareness

Graduates will have an ability to reflect upon their own skills and limitations as leaders, evidenced by performance in working with groups.


Our Alumni

Graduates of the MA in Leadership Studies go on to leadership roles in a wide variety of settings, including in consulting, education, business, nonprofit organizations and more. Some go on to doctoral study at the University of San Diego or elsewhere.

Here are some of the organizations our alumni work or have worked for:


Job Title
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Administrative Officer, Federal Defenders of San Diego
University Administration, University of San Diego
Doctoral Research Assistant, University Of San Diego
Chapter Support Coordinator, National Society of Leadership and Success
Quality Management Officer, Badir Program for Technology Incubators
Executive Director, Nerium International
Advocacy Director, American Lung Association of CA
Community Partners Incubator Program, Interfaith Community Services
Director of Development / Managing Partner of Development, North County Lifeline / North County Lifeline