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Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Business Management

Nurse and Business manager consulting
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Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Business Management

Uniquely Tailored Combination of MBA-level Business Expertise for Advanced Practice Nursing Leadership.

Become a nursing leader with a deep understanding of both clinical realities and business strategies in today’s complex healthcare landscape.

Initiate and Manage Significant Organizational Change.

Our Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Business Management option develops powerful leaders who drive strategic, patient-centered change. Applying MBA-level concepts to the unique challenges and opportunities within the healthcare and nursing professions, you’ll gain a unique professional profile as a nurse leader who deeply understands both clinical realities and the strategic, financial, and operational levers of healthcare organizations. This integrated knowledge is an invaluable asset in today's intricate healthcare environment.

Strategic Decision-Making and Business Insight
Through projects, analytical work, case studies, and presentations, you’ll immediately be equipped to think strategically, manage resources, drive innovation, and make data-informed business decisions within a healthcare context, moving beyond purely clinical management to advance into executive and strategic roles.

You will graduate not just business-savvy, but prepared to initiate and manage significant organizational change, not just oversee existing operations. You’ll be prepared for leadership careers in nursing and healthcare in corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, higher education, clinical education, and consulting.

Join our School of Nursing Legacy
For over 120 years, St. Kate's highly-regarded nursing programs have been preparing nurses to deliver outstanding patient care across diverse healthcare settings. Our legacy of commitment to social justice and community-oriented leadership means graduates are not just prepared for career advancement but also to make a positive societal impact, advocating for equitable healthcare outcomes.

Certification Exam Opportunity
Graduates who complete this program may be eligible to take the Nursing Professional Development Certification (NCP-BC) exam.

New Master of Science in Nursing Options
Build on your nursing experience and explore new professional opportunities with our additional MSN options.

Master of Science in Nursing - Data Analytics
Integrate advanced nursing principles with data-driven solutions to forecast trends and improve healthcare outcomes.

Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator
Think beyond traditional academic roles to shape innovative and inclusive learning experiences across diverse healthcare and organizational settings.

Program at a Glance

Format: Online

Start: Fall or Spring

Time to completion: Two years

Credits required: 31

Tuition per credit: $760/credit

Total tuition: $23,560
*Does not include ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ fees or additional costs.

Rates are subject to change each June 1.
Tuition and fee information

Restrictions may apply for applicants residing outside of Minnesota. to determine your application eligibility based on your state of residence.

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Plan of Study

Below is a sample plan of study for Fall and Spring enrollment. For course descriptions and other details, consult the .

Year 1

  • Fall-1st half
    NURS 7140 Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
  • Fall-2nd half
    STAT 7000 Introduction to Biostatistics (3cr)
  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 7060 Evidence Based Practice (3cr)
  • Spring-2nd half
    NURS 7080 Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
  • Summer-1st half
    MBA 6000: Business Essentials (3cr)
  • Summer-2nd half
    MBA 7500: Managing People & Organizations (3cr)

Year 2

  • Fall-1st half
    MBA 6500: Healthcare Systems & Policy (3cr)
  • Fall-2nd half
    MBA 6300: Managerial Accounting (3cr)
  • Spring -Full term
    NURS 79xx: Capstone (1 cr)^*
  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 8150: Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
  • Spring-2nd half
    NURS 7095: Nurse [Scientist] Leading Healthcare QI (3cr)
  • Summer-Full term
    NURS 79XX Capstone (1cr)^*
    NURS 7xxx: Nurse Educator Bootcamp^^* (1cr)

 

^Optional Elective 
*Course has practicum component
^^May be taken Summer Term

Year 1

  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 7140 Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
  • Spring-2nd half
    STAT 7000 Introduction to Biostatistics (3cr)
  • Summer-1st half
    MBA 6000: Business Essentials (3cr)
  • Summer-2nd half
    MBA 7500: Managing People & Organizations (3cr)
  • Fall-1st half
    MBA 6500: Healthcare Systems & Policy (3cr)
  • Fall-2nd half
    MBA 6300: Managerial Accounting (3cr)

Year 2

  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 7080: Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
  • Spring-2nd half
    NURS 7095: Nurse [Scientist] Leading Healthcare QI (3cr)
  • Summer-Full term
    NURS 7xxx: Nurse Educator Bootcamp*^ (1cr)
  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 7060: Evidence-Based Practice (3cr)
  • Spring-2nd half
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  • Summer-Full term
    NURS 79XX Capstone (1cr)*
    NURS 7xxx: Nurse Educator Bootcamp*^ (1cr)
  • Spring-1st half
    NURS 8150: Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)

 

^Optional Elective 
*Course has practicum component
^^May be taken Summer Term

Due to state-level regulations, we are unable to enroll ´ºÓêÖ±²¥s who will be residing in any of these states while enrolled in this program: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and Canada.

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