Leadership Track
Why Choose Our Program?
The Post-Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) was designed for RNs and APRNs who already possess a graduate nursing degree, to earn a terminal degree that will allow them to work at the highest level of the nursing profession. The Leadership Track focuses on executive-level skills and is suited for RNs and APRNs working within health care systems in areas such as education and administration.
- Students can begin the Post-MSN DNP program in any semester and follow a set progression in which they take one to two courses per semester
- Most students graduate within two to three years of starting this program
- Faculty mentors work with students individually throughout the Doctoral project phase of the program
If you do not yet have a master's degree, you may be interested in our BSN-DNP degree program, which also offers a Leadership Cognate.
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About the Program
Curriculum
All Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Leadership students are required to complete the following coursework:
Core Curriculum
- NUR 610 - Information Systems and Technology of Advanced Practice
- NUR 630 - Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- NUR 652 - Evidence-Based Practice I
- NUR 660 - Ethics in Clinical Practice
- NUR 670 - Leadership and Health Policy
- NUR 690 - Evidence-Based Practice II
- NUR 702 - DNP Practice Project
- NUR 703 - DNP Residency Hours
Leadership Track Courses
- NUR 602 - Business of Healthcare
OR - NUR 604 - Academic Leadership in Nursing Education
- NUR 622 - Quality Management to Improve Health Outcomes
- NUR 642 - Leadership and Innovation
How to Apply
- Completed JU Application
- Unofficial transcripts from Colleges & Universities with All Nursing Coursework
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Intent
- Copy of current RN or APRN license
- A background check will be required for students participating in clinical practice
- The following may be requested of students with a GPA of 3.3 or below:
- GRE/GMAT scores
- Letters of Recommendation
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Contact Information Keigwin School of Nursing
Phone: (904) 256-7000
Email: graduateadmissons@ju.edu