MA (Leadership) Degree Requirements

The University of Guelph Master of Arts in Leadership Studies program is a 24-month highly successful distance learning program that is a combination of electronic coursework and two one-week residential periods. 

The MA (Leadership) program consists of eight interdisciplinary courses in addition to a Major Research Project.  Student may also complete the MA (Leadership) degree by taking two additional elective courses in place of the Major Research Project with a Pass by Course option.  Courses are based upon "applied knowledge" whereby you confront real leadership issues pertaining to your specific situation and organization.  The MA (Leadership) program culminates with a directed research project leading to a professional report on a leadership problem or issue.

Online courses are offered as 8-week modules that require approximately 20 - 25 hours of study per week. With Internet service you can study anywhere, anytime with the flexibility that enables you to balance family, career and study priorities. The two one-week residential components are held at the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada in the summer or fall of each year.