Overview

The online Master's in Strategic Management and Executive Leadership at Pennsylvania State University is designed to help you develop your ability to think strategically and to learn to embrace the language and process of strategy: from the formulation of effective strategies, to understanding the process of strategy implementation, to building a culture and commitment across the organization.

This specialized master’s degree can help you transition from a functional manager to an organization’s executive leader. You will rise above the day-to-day operations and develop the strategic thinking skills to:

interpret and read macro trends (political, economic, sociocultural, technological, demographic)
determine how these trends will impact the organization
analyze the competitive landscape to carve out a strong market position and competitive advantage
develop a long-term plan to deal with the changing environment
share your ideas with multiple stakeholders and gain alignment from them
effectively implement strategy while making ethical decisions
motivate your workforce and inspire others to follow

Features

Tailor your degree by selecting a concentration that suits your unique career goals, plays to your strengths, and/or improves your overall marketability. You may select from one of three concentrations:

Business Sustainability Strategy. Gain the knowledge to implement sustainability practices into core business strategy and operations.
Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Explore the principles of innovation and entrepreneurship so you can support a corporate culture that fosters positive change and forward thinking.
Negotiation and Influence. Develop critical negotiation skills and knowledge that can help you identify and gain sources of power at work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Global Strategic Management
Strategic Leading and Identity
Ethical Leadership
Power and Influence
Sustainability Strategy Development
Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Negotiation Theory and Skills

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-25 00:00:00 , International

More details

International applicants are encouraged to submit materials at least four months before the beginning of the semester for which they are applying.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

For admission to the Graduate School, an applicant must hold either (1) a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or (2) a tertiary (postsecondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution.
Official transcripts from each institution attended, regardless of the number of credits or semesters completed.
English Proficiency
References (2)
Vita or Résumé
Personal Statement OR Statement of Purpose — A two- to three-page essay articulating career and educational goals that demonstrate your written communication skills.
Video Interview – Some candidates may be asked to participate in a video interview as part of the admissions process.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

46796 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46796 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

25966 USD / year

≈ 25966 USD / year

Funding

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