Master of Arts in Executive Leadership
Take the Lead with a Master’s in Executive Leadership Degree Online
You believe in leadership excellence. So do we. That’s why at Liberty University, we’ll help you become an essential contributor to your field and the kind of leader who inspires others. As a student in our Master of Arts in Executive Leadership degree program, you can take your organizational leadership skills to the next level and expand your influence — no matter where you work. Our 100% online Master of Arts in Executive Leadership degree is designed to equip you with the social and technical skills to lead others in any setting. This degree program will give you the necessary problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to excel as you face a variety of business challenges.
If you want to move into leadership, but do not have the business-related undergraduate prerequisites for a traditional MBA, this is an excellent choice. An M.A. in Executive Leadership is designed for students from various backgrounds who are looking to advance their careers by expanding their skill sets and learning to conquer real-world challenges in business, nonprofit, and government settings.
Your M.A. in Executive Leadership from Liberty University will help you refine your organizational leadership and management skills, equip you to reach new professional heights, and shape a better world by championing what matters to you. And that’s what matters to us.
What Will You Study in the Master’s Degree in Leadership Online?
- Leadership skills customized to your desired industry
- Psychological insights into business and teamwork scenarios
- The biblical foundation for ethical leadership methods
- Key organizational leadership roles applicable to all industries
- How to lead and communicate organizational change
Careers for Online Master’s in Executive Leadership Graduates
- Business development executive
- Business owner
- Company executive
- Organizational manager
Highlights of the Master’s in Executive Leadership Online Degree
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete our online M.A. in Executive Leadership degree in as little as 1 year!
Online Master’s in Leadership Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts — $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals - so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven't.
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