Online MSN in Nursing Administration
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Prepare for Nursing Leadership and Executive Roles
The Nursing Administration and Transformational Leadership track within the MSN in Leadership in Nursing Program at Kennesaw State prepares registered nurses for leadership roles across healthcare settings. This CCNE‑accredited program emphasizes organizational leadership, healthcare finance, and evidence‑based decision‑making in a flexible online format.
Program Snapshot:
- Format: 100% Online
- Credit Hours: 40
- Cost: Tuition/Fees
- Entry Terms: Fall
- Time to Complete: 4-7 semesters
- Application Deadlines:
- Priority: December 15
- Fall/Final: June 1
Career Options
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this program accredited?
This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring high academic and professional standards. -
Who should pursue a degree in nursing administration?
This program is designed for registered nurses seeking leadership, management, or executive roles in healthcare organizations. -
Does this program require clinical hours?
The program includes flexible leadership‑focused practicum experiences rather than direct patient care clinicals. -
Does the MSN-Administration program prepare you for certification?
Yes. Graduates are prepared to take certification exams. See the American Organization of Nurse Executive and/or the American Nurses Credentialing Center websites for details. -
Is there job demand for nursing administrators?
The need for nurse administrators is of critical concern in the healthcare field. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 29 percent growth rate for medical and health services managers in Georgia from 2024 to 2034.
Program Benefits
- Flexibility: Fully online nursing leadership program
- Modernized Curriculum: Curriculum aligned with AONL competencies
- Real World Experience: Prepare for healthcare management roles
- Respected by Employers: KSU nursing graduates are highly valued by Georgia’s top healthcare providers
- Affordable Tuition: Lower cost than private and for-profit institutions
Department Contact Information
Wellstar School of Nursing
Kennesaw State University
520 Parliament Garden Way NW, MD 4102
Kennesaw, GA 30144
M. Lisa Hedenstrom, PhD, RN, MBA, NEA-BC
Program Coordinator
470-578-6061
mhedenst@kennesaw.edu
Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (M-F)
Phone: (470) 578-6061
Email: ksugrad@kennesaw.edu