Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Business Management

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 Science
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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 student 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.
Degree questions, answered.
Below are sample plans 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 6693 Learner Centered Teaching (3cr) - Summer Full Term
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Summer-1st half
NURS 7583 Curriculum Design for Nursing Education (3cr) - Summer-2nd half
NURS 7402 Innovation & Technology for Teaching (2cr)
NURS 6312 Simulation in Nursing Education (1cr)
Year 2
- Fall-Full term
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Fall-1st half
NURS 6433 3Ps for the Nurse Educator (3cr) - Fall-2nd half
NURS 7683 Evaluation for Nursing Education (3cr) - Spring-Full term
NURS 79XX: Capstone (1 cr.)
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Spring-1st half
NURS 8150 Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr) - Spring-2nd half
NURS 7080 Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr) - Summer -Full term
NURS 79XX Capstone (1cr)
Year 1
- Summer-1st half
NURS 7140 Foundations of Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr) - Fall-1st half
NURS 7080 Informatics for Advanced Nursing (3cr) Practice - Fall-2nd half
STAT 7000 Introduction to Biostatistics (3cr) - Spring-1st half
NURS 7060 Evidence Based Practice (3cr) - Spring-2nd half
NURS 6693 Learner Centered Teaching (3cr) - Summer-Full term
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Summer-1st half
NURS 7583 Curriculum Design for Nursing (3cr) - Summer-2nd half
NURS 7402 Innovation & Technology for Teaching (2cr)
NURS 6312 Simulation in Nursing Education (1cr)
Year 2
- Fall-Full term
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Fall-1st half
NURS 6433 3Ps for the Nurse Educator (3cr) - Fall-2nd half
NURS 7683 Evaluation for Nursing Education (3cr) - Spring-Full term
NURS 79XX: Capstone (1 cr.)
NURS 78XX: Nurse Educator Practicum (0 cr.) - Spring-1st half
NURS 8150 Leadership for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr) - Spring-2nd half
NURS 7080 Informatics for Advanced Nursing Practice (3cr)
Due to state-level regulations, we are unable to enroll students 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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