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Continue to grow with the online Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics from the University of Michigan-Flint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll strengthen your ability to manage change by understanding what drives individuals and organizations to evolve and what causes resistance. The curriculum also explores the challenges and risks leaders face, while equipping you to seize opportunities in an increasingly global marketplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">On this page:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f0d1fcef wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#why\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Why UM-Flint<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#accreditation\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Accreditation<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#curriculum\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Curriculum<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#careers\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Careers<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#admission\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Admission Requirements<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#deadlines\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Application Deadlines<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#advising\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Academic Advising<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 id=\"why\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Why Choose the Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Leaders in Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While most leadership programs are found in areas such as education or the arts, the University of Michigan-Flint brings leadership and organizational dynamics to students from a business school perspective. By focusing on both macro and micro perspectives of management, our students will learn to apply leadership theory strategically in a real-world setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Hybrid Online Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint\u2019s Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics offers a unique online hybrid program for leaders from all geographies.&nbsp;The program blends asynchronous online education with four synchronous sessions per semester.<br><br>While the majority of the coursework is delivered asynchronously, the synchronous residency session supplements asynchronous online coursework and allows for virtual interaction. With this transformative hybrid learning format, you can enjoy the flexibility desired in a graduate program while still being engaged in a traditional classroom setting where you can collaborate with other graduate students and learn from professors and fellow leaders. You also have networking opportunities that are not found in most online programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Recognized For Excellence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The School of Management at UM-Flint is recognized as one of the best business schools regionally, nationally and globally by&nbsp;U.S. News &amp; World Report,&nbsp;TFE&nbsp;Times,&nbsp;and&nbsp;CEO Magazine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Dual MS in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics\/MBA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dual MSLOD\/MBA program allows students to enhance their management\/leadership skills while complementing them with a range of business disciplines that deepen a leader\u2019s knowledge across all aspects of an organization. The dual program offers the advantage of double-counting five courses between each degree program, reducing the number of courses needed to complete a second master\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"MS in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics Information Session\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ag8d0S5ngr0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"accreditation\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Accreditation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The School of Management is accredited by the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.aacsb.edu\/\">&nbsp;Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business<\/a>&nbsp;International. AACSB accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Member institutions that earn accreditation demonstrate their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous, comprehensive peer-review system.<br><br>Vetted for academic excellence, UM-Flint\u2019s Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics program prepares students to contribute to their organizations and the larger society and grow personally and professionally throughout their careers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h2 id=\"curriculum\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Master\u2019s in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics Program Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A degree in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics employs a robust 30-credit curriculum to help you gain the knowledge and skills necessary for advanced leadership and managerial roles.&nbsp;Managers are expected to react to emerging market opportunities and have the mental agility to execute new strategies. Possessing a deep understanding of human behavioral dynamics and organizational strategy will allow you to capitalize on these emerging opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The curriculum combines macro and micro management concepts, providing a holistic view of organizational behavior, negotiation, organizational leadership, and numerous specialized management areas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&#038;poid=16243\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Leadership+and+Organizational+Dynamics+(MS) plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Master\u2019s in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics Program Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/Torreblanca.jpg\" alt=\"Jania Torreblanca smiling in a professional setting, wearing a light-colored jacket over a dark polka-dotted top.\" class=\"wp-image-1775 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/Torreblanca.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/Torreblanca-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4063f4e3 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What I loved most about UM-Flint was the smaller class sizes, and the opportunity to get to meet and work with so many people from different professional backgrounds. I have gained many friends that I think I will stay in contact with even after graduation. The professors and supporting staff have been fantastic and I believe I have learned so much from them.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Jania Torreblanca<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Leadership and Organizational Dynamics, 2021<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">What a Master\u2019s in Leadership Can Do For You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prepare you to excel as a competent, responsible, and goal-driven leader in your organization, the online Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics program at UM-Flint strengthens your aptitudes in teamwork, employee management, and negotiation. Building on your leadership experience, you also learn how to drive organizational change and solve conflicts at your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Change Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How do power, conflict, and group dynamics affect leadership and decision-making? Through the Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics program, you understand how policies impact human behavior within organizations. You also examine tools for managing and leading change while assessing current organizational practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Communication, Negotiation &amp; Conflict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn advanced processes vital to improving negotiation and organizational communication. Our professors take you on a learning path from theory to practice with an emphasis on preparation, motivation, process, and outcomes of negotiation. They dive into the complexities involved in multiparty, cross-cultural and mediation. They will build into the role gender plays in negotiations, as well as conflict management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Leading Across Professional Disciplines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recognize leaders manage across many professions. This degree is appropriate for supervisors in a wide variety of career paths, such as engineering, tech, health care, non-profit, business, education, arts, and more. Learning in a program leads to more effective leaders and change agents in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-maize-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"370\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/OSteen.jpg\" alt=\"Bobby O\u2019Steen in a suit and tie, wearing glasses, poses for a professional headshot against a neutral background.\" class=\"wp-image-1782 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/OSteen.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/100\/2026\/07\/OSteen-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 370px) 100vw, 370px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I was very impressed with the School of Management and the faculty. The MSLOD program is challenging, but definitely achievable if you are willing to put the effort in. I appreciated the ability to learn not only from the professors and curriculum but also from others enrolled in the program and their experiences. I would highly recommend SOM to anyone looking to grow their career opportunities.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family has-x-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);font-style:normal;font-weight:600\">Bobby O\u2019Steen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Leadership and Organizational Dynamics, 2021<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"careers\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Career Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics gives you the credentials and confidence to effectively manage organizations and employees from different backgrounds, as well as to foster a positive organizational culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Graduates of the Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics program are prepared to pursue prominent managerial and C-suite positions in various types of organizations or start their own ventures. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/management\/home.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a>, the median wage of management positions was $116,880 in May 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Potential careers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Human Resources Manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative Services and Facilities Manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Organization Executive&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthcare Administrator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-profit Camp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrepreneurship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h2 id=\"admission\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to apply to UM-Flint\u2019s online Master of Science in Leadership &amp; Organizational Dynamics program, you need to hold a bachelor\u2019s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.<br><br>To be considered for admission, submit an online application below. Other materials can be emailed to&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No GMAT required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application for Graduate Admission<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 application fee (non-refundable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full&nbsp;<a href=\"\/graduateprograms\/transcript-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">transcript policy<\/a>&nbsp;for more information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review.&nbsp;Read&nbsp;<a href=\"\/graduateprograms\/international-transcript-evaluation\/\">International Transcript Evaluation<\/a>&nbsp;for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, and you are not from an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/admissions\/english-proficiency\/\">exempt country<\/a>, you must demonstrate&nbsp;<a href=\"\/graduateprograms\/english-proficiency\/\">English proficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement of Purpose: a one-page, typed response to the question, \u201cWhat are your leadership goals and how will the MSLOD contribute to accomplishing these goals?\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>R\u00e9sum\u00e9 including all professional and educational experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Letters of recommendation are not required. However, applicants with a bachelor\u2019s GPA below 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will be contacted if recommendations are needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students from abroad must submit&nbsp;<a href=\"\/graduateprograms\/admissions\/international-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">additional documentation<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This program is primarily online; admitted students will not be eligible to receive a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. Non-U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States may not complete this program online from their home country. If you currently hold a non-immigrant visa and are residing in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:globalflint@umich.edu\">globalflint@umich.edu<\/a>&nbsp;for guidance regarding your eligibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0)\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-text-alternate-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ba608e6f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<h2 id=\"deadlines\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-brand-blue-color has-text-color has-sentinel-font-family has-link-color has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-b127aa3156e7fc920c363e60fdf7ee19\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs on or before the day of the application deadline. The MSLOD program has rolling admission and reviews completed applications each month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be considered for admission, all application materials must be submitted on or before:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Feb. 1 (early deadline for guaranteed consideration for&nbsp;<a href=\"\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college\/\">scholarships, grants and assistantships<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aug. 1 (final deadline)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dec. 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>April 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-cover-chamfer-photo has-brand-white-color has-brand-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-2aecf98a204625040cd0ca3567e7f628 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-907a194c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-5b271542 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-chamfer wp-container-content-958eb9dc\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(0 0, calc(100% - 200px) 0, 100% 200px, 100% 100%, 0 100%); margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:70vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-291 size-large\" alt=\"A person sits at a table using a laptop covered in stickers, with large windows and a view of a building in the background.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/shared-media\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/06\/FLINT_First-Day-of-Class_0001-1024x683.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#8e857c\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-16f4663b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h2 id=\"advising\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-717c91166984960e3c9625e478f87459\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At UM-Flint, we provide a dedicated academic advising expert to help guide your educational journey towards the EdD degree. If you need further assistance with your academic plan, please reach out to Jim Owen at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jamesowe@umich.edu\">jamesowe@umich.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Master of Science in Leadership&amp; Organizational Dynamics Designed for professionals across all industries, this program sharpens essential leadership skills, including teamwork, critical thinking, problem-solving, ethics and social responsibility competencies that today\u2019s organizations value most. Social: Elevate Your Leadership You didn\u2019t earn your current leadership role by standing still, so why stop now? 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