Master of Arts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership

Step into a leadership role that shapes the future with the Master of Arts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership at Notre Dame de Namur University. This pioneering program is designed for those committed to fostering inclusive environments in organizations and communities. Through a curriculum grounded in current research and real-world application, you will develop the skills to implement effective DEI strategies and lead transformative change. Join us to become a catalyst for equity and inclusion, driving progress in diverse settings across the globe.

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100% Online Degree Program

The MA DEI Leadership at NDNU is an interdisciplinary program designed to train effective, informed, and agile leaders who understand the complex terrain of inequality, bias, and social justice and who are prepared to lead organizational change and transformation. The program focuses on leadership competencies, deep knowledge in the field, and applied diversity, equity, and social justice experiences.

Advance with NDNU's Master of Arts in DEI Leadership

The MA DEI Leadership at NDNU is a dynamic online program that equips professionals to advance their careers by mastering DEI principles and practices. This program blends theory with real-world applications, providing students with the skills to initiate and lead meaningful organizational change across various sectors. With its comprehensive curriculum and capstone project, the MA DEI Leadership prepares graduates to become effective leaders in DEI, enhancing their ability to create inclusive environments and implement sustainable strategies in their workplaces. Whether in business, non-profits, or community-based organizations, this degree offers valuable credentials to drive impactful change.

State Authorization for Online Programs

The Department of Education requires that institutions offering online or distance learning programs outside of their home states must seek authorization to operate from regulatory bodies in those states. Each state has a different set of requirements when it comes to allowing out-of-state colleges and universities to offer online degree programs to its residents. Notre Dame de Namur University complies with such requirements and is working to increase the number of states where we can offer online programs.

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The MA DEI Leadership Program has been a transformative experience! I’m learning skills that will translate to career opportunities, while I’m supported as I bring what I’ve learned to effect positive change where I work, and in my larger community today. The program’s comprehensive approach to DEI not only broadened my understanding, but also deepened my commitment to creating environments where diversity is celebrated and equity is achieved.

- Linnaea

Student in the MA DEI Leadership Program

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Distinctions of the
NDNU MA DEI Leadership Program

Candidates in this program engage with theory, practice, and diversity opportunities that enable them to design and deploy sustainable diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies that lead to institutional and organizational change.

The program culminates in a capstone project that allows students the opportunity to lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to resolve real needs across multiple sectors including community-based organizations, education, research and policy, business, non-profits, nongovernmental organizations, and communities.

Asynchronous classes, attend anytime, on-demand.

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While I have always had the courage and passion to take the stand many would or could not, I never felt that I had the credentials to give legitimacy to my positions. My enrollment in the NDNU Diversity Equity and Inclusion Leadership program has changed all of that. This program will provide me with a distinct advantage in my current role as well as in future opportunities. Being a leader in higher education with a DEI lens has expanded the scope of my work to include the DEI values and construct.