Transformational Leadership in Nursing

Master of Science

SUNY Polytechnic Institute

  • Delivery Mode
    100% Online
  • Total Credits
    39
  • Degree Level
    Master of Science
  • Contact Us
    800-342-3811

Earn your master degree online

You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students

The Transformational Leadership in Nursing Master of Science degree is designed to prepare baccalaureate nurses as leaders in today's healthcare system to advance nursing practice, transform work environments, and safeguard cost effective, quality care within health care organizations. The 39-credit hour MS in Transformational Leadership in Nursing program is designed for middle managers as an online program with two onsite residency requirements. A variety of practicum experiences are integrated for a total of 150 practicum hours with nurse leaders as mentors to assure an array of leadership experiences in the practice arenas.

Graduates of this transformational leadership program will be prepared to sit for ANCC's Nurse Executive Certification Examination which is nationally recognized in the profession. The MS in Transformational Leadership in Nursing program also provides a solid foundation for doctoral study, scholarship, and research.


The program is available in a full online format and accommodates both full-time and part-time students. Full-time students can complete the program in 2 years, and part-time study will take approximately 3.5 years.


US News and World Report ranks the online graduate nursing program from SUNY Poly a Best Online Graduate Nursing Program in the nation.

What's a master's degree?
A master's degree is an advanced degree that usually takes two years to complete and typically requires students to have a bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.

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