Choose Kent State's 100% online MSN/MBA dual degree program
The 100% online MSN/MBA Dual Degree program will prepare you to assume mid- and upper-level leadership positions in various healthcare settings.
Offered in partnership with the top-ranked Â鶹´«Ã½ Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, the dual degree is for experienced nurses whose career goals include assuming middle or executive management positions in health services agencies or in health-related companies, or who are interested in starting their own businesses.
It combines the strengths of advanced nursing preparation with the practical management knowledge needed to develop significant leadership capabilities.
Coursework is integrated and concurrent, and you will develop competencies in leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal/group management skills. You'll also receive exceptional practicum experiences with leaders and managers in health care who have nursing and/or business backgrounds.
Program Outcomes
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Use critical thinking skills to apply analytical models and concepts to make business decisions.
- Present business knowledge and decisions individually and as a team.
- Understand the ethical and legal implications of business decisions.
- Understand the impact of globalization on business decisions.
* For the MSN/MBA, the cost of business courses depends on your primary degree selection. Consult with your advisor.
(This program is only offered in select states. See the Admissions section for more information.)
Learn more about the MSN/MBA Dual Degree Program Requirements.
Or Choose the Option of a post-graduate Certificate
Kent State's Nursing Administration & Health Systems Leadership Post-Graduate Certificate concentration will prepare you for mid- to upper-level management, administrative, and leadership positions in a variety of healthcare settings.
The 100% online Nursing Administration & Health Systems Leadership MSN/Post-graduate Certificate concentration integrates management and nursing knowledge for students to develop skills and competencies in management, health care leadership, and advanced nursing.
In this concentration, students are exposed to a holistic approach to leadership and management. Courses cover essential managerial/executive competencies, with a unique emphasis on health care policy and the legal and regulatory issues facing the healthcare leader.
Practicum experiences pair students with healthcare administrators, managers, and executives from top organizations in the region for mentoring and development. Since there are two practicum courses, students can explore multiple leadership paths under the guidance of their faculty advisor.
Program Outcomes
MSN/Post-graduate Certificate
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Acquire educational eligibility to meet standards for advanced practice certification or other advanced professional distinction.
- Acquire competencies based on professional standards to assume advanced roles in nursing, and for leadership and career advancement, including doctoral study.
- Communicate, integrate and apply advanced nursing knowledge and skills to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nursing care and promote quality outcomes in nursing and health care.
(This program is only offered in select states. See the Admissions section for more information.)
Visit this page to learn more about the post-graduate certificate program.
Post-graduate certificate program
Why Kent State? We offer you:
- Expert faculty. Students receive mentorship and advising from faculty who bring unique perspectives grounded in clinical and management experience, and bring excitement and interest to their teaching and research.
- Excellent online courses. Classes are held 100% online and delivered by expert nurses and business professionals via leading edge instructional technology.
- Maximum flexibility. Start in the fall or spring semester and complete the program full or part-time.
- Affordability. The program costs only $536 per credit hour*, no matter where you live.**
( +12/credit hour for online classes and $10/credit hour online program fee for online programs.) - Credibility. Kent State’s graduate nursing and business programs are recognized by employers and universities around the world for their excellence.
- Hands-on learning. Students complete 300 practicum hours with healthcare administrators, managers, and executives in the state in which they reside.
Meet the Faculty
Learn more about the Nursing Administration & Health Systems Leadership course instructors:
Kimberly Cleveland
JD, MSN, RN, C-MBC
Lecturer
Karen Mascolo
DNP, RN
Associate Professor
Coordinator
Proudly Accredited
The Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Kent State is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in business and accounting – an accreditation earned by fewer than 5% of business schools worldwide. Â鶹´«Ã½ is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Kent State: An NLN Center of Excellence
Â鶹´«Ã½ is a three-time designated Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing (2013-2017, 2017-2022, 2022-2026). We are recognized in the "Advancing the Science of Nursing Education" category for our dedication to innovative and evidence-based nursing education.
Admissions
Is the GMAT or GRE required? Yes for MSN/MBA dual degree applicants. No for MSN and Post-graduate Certificate applicants.
International applicants: Under most student visas, international applicants are not eligible to complete online-based programs. We strongly encourage international applicants to discuss their eligibility with the Office of Global Education at +1-330-672-7980 or intladm@kent.edu prior to applying.
This program is only offered in select states
Courses are 100% online – students are never required to come to campus.
See if this program is offered in your state. >>
Tuition & Aid
A top-tier education at an affordable price.
Tuition & Costs at a Glance
As a public institution, we see it as our duty to offer the highest-quality education at a cost that is within the reach of students from all backgrounds.
For more information about tuition and fees, visit kent.edu/tuition.
Online Learning at Kent State
E-learning is unparalleled at Â鶹´«Ã½.
Kent State online students have access to the same resources as on-campus students, without ever stepping foot on campus. From applying to the program to applying for graduation, Kent State provides the tools to complete these tasks online.
Although there are no on-campus requirements, online students are more than welcome to visit our campus in Kent, Ohio (or ). You will be invited to various events throughout your time at Kent State, including our pinning (Convocation) and graduation (Commencement) ceremonies.
Some of the benefits to earning your graduate degree online from Kent State include:
- Courses developed by expert faculty and delivered via Canvas, industry-leading learning management systems (LMSs).
- Small class sizes and individualized attention from nurse educators with decades of practical experience.
- Innovative learning activities tailored to the online environment.
- 24/7 technical support through Kent State’s TechHelp.
- Tests and exams proctored virtually – no need to go to a testing center.
- FlashLine, the university’s centralized portal system, will allow you to schedule classes, track your degree progress, schedule advising appointments, pay your tuition, and more right from your computer.
The Â鶹´«Ã½ College of Nursing is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing to award the Baccalaureate of Nursing Degree. Graduates of this program meet educational eligibility requirements to take the National Certification and Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN). For specific state RN licensure, students should contact the states in which they are interested in working. See the National Council of State Boards website and the Kent State Professional Licensure website for specific information about each state.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Â鶹´«Ã½ are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) concentrations within the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program and APRN Certificates, along with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-to-DNP) program qualify graduates to sit for national APRN certification and APRN licensure in Ohio. States other than Ohio may have additional requirements to apply for or obtain an APRN license, including but not limited to specific state examinations, letters of recommendation, or proof of completion of an accredited nursing program. The College of Nursing is in the process of collecting information from all states and has not yet made a determination whether graduates from the Â鶹´«Ã½ College of Nursing MSN, Certificate, and BSN-to-DNP programs meet the requirements for APRN licensure outside the state of Ohio.
Fulfill Your Purpose
Enrollment advisors can be reached at 330-672-7911.