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Merrick School of Business

Global Leadership

M.S. in Global Leadership

Leading in the 21st century requires an appreciation for business, politics, law and societal changes and the ability to make decisions based their nuances.

The M.S. in Global Leadership program develops the skills needed to successfully lead an organization in a global environment. When you pursue a graduate degree in Global Leadership you'll be prepared for leadership positions in international businesses, multilateral agencies, and non-profit organizations. You will obtain the competencies required for success in multicultural organizations at home and abroad.

Enhance Your Career

The program is designed to help you to operate effectively in diverse socioeconomic, political and cultural global environments. It offers:

  • ways to analyze and develop creative solutions to some of the world's most complex issues
  • ideas for conducting business in a global context
  • real cross-cultural collaboration
  • a foundation for developing a global strategic action plan
  • an emphasis on leading sustainable organizations

Develop Essential Skills

Through this program, you’ll become knowledgeable in:

• leadership • international finance and economics • supply chain management • cultural conflict • sustainability • government • community development • management in diverse environments.

Our Faculty:

  • includes five Fulbright Scholars engaged in bringing theory to practice
  • are active consultants in their fields of expertise
  • regularly publish articles in major journals
  • create relationships with industry professionals from which you can benefit.

Know the Program

We are accredited by AACSB International—the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, which is the premier accrediting agency for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in business administration and the highest distinction that business schools can receive worldwide. The program was designed with working professionals in mind; our classes are offered evenings, and many are also offered online.

For more information about M.S. in Global Leadership please contact the Office of Graduate and International Admissions at gradadmissions@ubalt.edu or 410.837.6565.

Admission Requirements

1. Apply online. Apply online before you do anything else.

2. Schedule to take the GMAT. Don't procrastinate! Go to www.mba.com and schedule to take your GMAT exam. You may also see if you qualify for a GMAT waiver.

3. Request your transcripts ASAP. Request copies of your official transcripts as soon as possible. It can take time to print, prepare, and mail your undergraduate transcripts to the MBA Admission Office. We only need one original transcript from each university you attended.

4. Give your recommenders at least two weeks to write your letters of recommendation. Give those individuals who are writing your letters of recommendation at least two weeks to complete the task. This allows them to take their time and craft an excellent letter of recommendation. Make sure the person puts the letter in a sealed envelope with his/her signature over the back flap. 2 letters of recommendation are required.

5. Prepare and submit your resume. Your resume can be emailed or mailed to the address below (step 7).

6. Write your Personal Statement. Your personal statement is important. Take your time writing it. Tell us why you are seeking a graduate degree. Tell us about your short and long term goals. Tell us why you will be a successful graduate student. Keep the statement to 1,000 words or less. Proof your essay to correct spelling and grammatical errors. You can submit your essay with your online application or submit it at a later time.

7. Mail all materials to:

University of Baltimore
Office of Admissions
1420 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
gradadmissions@ubalt.edu

Program Courses

The M.S. in Global Leadership is a 30-credit degree program.  

Fundamental Courses [3 credits]

ECON 504
Economics (3)

Fundamental Course "Waivers": Information pertaining to course waivers can be viewed on the UB/Towson M.B.A. Web site.

Required Courses [24 credits]

ECON 720 International Economics and Finance (3)
MGMT 600 Leading and Managing People (3)
MGMT 757 E-commerce and Supply Chain Management (3)  
MGMT 760 Organizational Creativity and Innovation (3)  
MGMT 780 Leading Across Cultures (3)  
MGMT 798 Global Field Study (3)  
CNCM 740 Ethnic and Cultural Factors of Conflict (3)  
PUAD 770 Government-Business Cooperation in Community Development  

Electives [12 credits]

Select four courses from the following:

MGMT 745 Sustainability Management (3)
MGMT 796 Global Business Practicum (3)
MGMT 797 Special Topics in Management (3)  
MGMT 799 Individual Research (3)  
PUAD 704 Managing Diversity (3)