Empowering Christ-Centered Leaders 

Taylor University’s MA in Leadership addresses the critical need for Christ-centered leadership. Our program emphasizes spiritual formation as a foundation for effective leadership. With a strong commitment to servant-leadership, we equip graduates for high-level roles in business, government, and education. 

You'll benefit from high faculty engagement and experiential learning beyond the classroom. Our in-person cohort model fosters community, with a focus on shared experiences and discipleship. By prioritizing personal growth, our program equips you to become a principled and effective leader who is dedicated to making a lasting impact.

The Taylor Difference in Leadership Expertise

Elevate your earning potential by enrolling in Taylor University's MA in Leadership program.

  • Cultivate essential competencies in leadership theory, organizational dynamics, ethics, and change management.
  • Gain practical experience in team building and conflict management, ensuring you're ready to lead in any environment.
  • Grow as a professional while enjoying student life at Taylor.
  • Graduate with a standout resume and the tools you need for success.
  • Complete a year-long portfolio focusing on your leadership philosophy, goals, and skills.

Earn Your MA in Leadership

Prepare for dynamic roles such as project manager, team leader, or management consultant. Graduate equipped with the tools to lead effectively in any environment, backed by a standout resume and deep spiritual grounding.

As an accredited Christian college in Upland, Indiana, Taylor provides a powerful leadership education rooted in a Christian perspective and designed to help you make teams and values-based companies prosper and thrive. All courses are grounded in a biblical worldview. You also have access to unending support, including professional resources from the Calling & Career Office. 

Discover what makes Taylor University the premier choice for aspiring Christ-centered leaders. 

Priority application deadline is June 1. Classes begin in August.

Questions? Contact Jodie Anderson, Graduate Enrollment Counselor, at jodie_anderson@taylor.edu.

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$650
$650 per credit hour with financial aid options available
30
30 credit hours with an internship opportunity January term
1
1 year to complete primarily on-campus with three online courses

 Experiential Learning On-Campus and Beyond

This 30-credit, primarily residential program promotes learning in community with on-campus classes and flexibility with three online courses. We promote experiential learning by offering an internship opportunity during the January term. 

Classes during the fall and spring semesters will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, providing an opportunity to work and build your resume while you are in the program. 

There are off-campus housing options near campus for those who are enrolled in the MA in Leadership program. 

  • Fall

    • LDR 601 Leadership Theory and Practice (3, online) 
    • LDR 603 Personality and Leadership Development (3) 
    • LDR 608 Organizational Leadership and Administration (3) 
    • LDR 609 Leadership and Spirituality (3) 

  • Winter

    • LDR 606 Leadership Seminar and Field Experience (3)
     

  • Spring

    • LDR 602 Intercultural Leadership (3, online)
    • LDR 604 Professional and Ethical Decision-Making (3) 
    • LDR 605 Strategic Leadership (3) 
    • LDR 610 Organizational Leadership, Governance, and Culture (3)

  • Summer

    • LDR 607 Biblical Foundations of Leadership (3, online) 

  • Sarah Kabarega

    MA in Leadership Student

    "The cohort-based learning environment promotes meaningful conversations and encourages diverse perspectives, which are crucial for my development as a leader both personally and professionally."

  • Kristie Jacobson

    MA in Leadership Student

    "As a full-time professional, Taylor’s MA in Leadership has been the perfect fit. I value the in-classroom experience. Learning directly from peers and professors enhances my understanding of effective leadership, and the faculty’s accessibility is essential for my growth."

  • Michael Medlock

    MA in Leadership Student

    “I chose the MA in Leadership program not to “climb the ladder” but to enhance my confidence and competence, empowering me to effectively influence others in my future as both a teacher and a coach."

Enhance Your Career Options

Leadership is a calling—and a blessing to all who benefit from the vision and structure that values-based leaders cultivate. If you feel you are meant to selflessly lead others, Taylor’s on-campus program opens doors to a range of industries and career paths. 

Though the range of potential careers is seemingly limitless, some careers our graduates seek include: 

  • Project Management 
  • Sales Director 
  • Human Resources Leadership 
  • Production Direction 
  • Creative Direction 
  • Public Relations 
  • And many more 

  • Dr. D. Michael Lindsay

    President of Taylor and author of Faith in the Halls of Power, View from the Top, and Hinge Moments: Making the Most of Life’s Transitions

    “Servant-leaders have never been more needed—across the country, and around the world. For this reason, Taylor is expanding its effort to develop servant-leaders, equipping more students to meet the next generation of challenges and opportunities.”

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