Dual Degree - Master of Science in Nursing / Master in Business Administration
Program Overview
The master of science degree program in nursing at MoWest is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The Missouri Western Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an AACSB-accredited professional degree designed for individuals seeking to advance their careers in today’s rapidly changing business environment. AACSB is widely recognized by employers and universities as the leading standard of quality in business education, and AACSB accreditation places Missouri Western among the top 5% of business schools worldwide.
The Missouri Western MSN/MBA prepares registered nurses to lead at the intersection of healthcare, nursing, and business. Through an applied curriculum, you will integrate nursing leadership with business knowledge to make informed decisions, lead change, and improve outcomes across complex healthcare organizations.
What Will You Learn?
- Lead effectively across healthcare settings by combining nursing expertise with leadership, management, and business principles.
- Make informed, strategic decisions using evidence, data, financial principles, and systems thinking to address healthcare challenges.
- Drive organizational improvement by applying skills in quality improvement, collaboration, strategic planning, and business decision-making.
Online Courses
MoWest’s Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Education is 100% online, providing working professionals the flexibility to advance their education while balancing career and personal commitments. With seven-week courses, six entry points throughout the year, you can begin when it works for you, progress at a pace that fits your needs, and complete your MSN in as little as one year.
Tuition and Fees
For a complete breakdown of Graduate Tuition and fees, visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
For a listing of course specific fees, visit the Other Fees by Type page for more information.
Curious about Graduate Scholarships? Please check the Graduate Scholarship Opportunities for opportunities.
Duration
~12 months
Program Requirements
Program Graduation Requirement
- Earn a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, with no more than 6 credit hours of C in all required coursework.
University Graduation Requirements
- Satisfactorily complete all required coursework in the program;
- Earn a minimum of 30 credit hours;
Students who are accepted to this degree program will have no more than 6 years from admission or subsequent declaration to meet the requirements listed below. If certification, accreditation or statutory requirements change and additional requirements become effective during this time, the new requirements take precedence.
Required Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NUR 507 | Statistics for Decision Support | 3 |
| NUR 508 | Nursing Leadership and Role Development | 3 |
| NUR 509 | Health Care Policy and Advocacy | 3 |
| NUR 510 | Advanced Asessment, Health Promotion, and Pathopharmacology 1 | 4 |
| NUR 606 | Informatics for Decision Support | 3 |
| NUR 607 | Leadership in Financial Management | 2 |
| NUR 609 | Research for Evidence-Based Practice 1 | 4 |
| NUR 611 | Curriculum and Instructional Strategy 2 | 4 |
| NUR 612 | Program Development and Evaluation 1 | 3 |
| NUR 650 | Nurse Leader Internship 1 | 3 |
| ACC 633 | Foundations of Finance and Accounting | 3 |
| MGT 633 | Contemporary Issues in Management | 3 |
| MGT 695 | Applied Strategic Management | 3 |
| MIM 643 | Supply Chain and Customer Relationship Management | 3 |
| MKT 633 | Applied Strategic Marketing | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 47 | |
- 1 Direct care experience is a required course component.
- 2 Teaching practice is a required course component.
