This program incorporates the RN-to-BSN curriculum and the MNSc Nurse Administration track. The student will be awarded a BSN degree during the program and an MNSc at the completion of the program.
The program echoes the College of Nursing’s mission and philosophy as it prepares the graduate nurse for an advanced role as a nursing administrator/manager.
WHAT YOU LEARN
This MNSc program of study, detailed below, will prepare students to serve in various roles in the hospital or outpatient settings specific to the nursing administration specialty.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The College of Nursing provides registered nurses (RN) who have a diploma or associate degree in nursing an opportunity to broaden their education through flexible online programs. This program consists of 57–63 nursing credit hours and 58 prerequisite hours. PLEASE NOTE: This program is for those who are currently RNs with an unencumbered license.
ADVANTAGES
- Flexible scheduling for the busy life
- Students may be able to complete up to 21 hours of specific prerequisites after being admitted to the program
- Completely online theory courses
- Practicum near home
- Project-based capstone at end of program
Access the list of prerequisite courses required for admission.
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RN to MNSc in NURSING ADMINISTRATION
Fall Semester Start
SAMPLE (subject to change)
Fall I—RN-BSN—15 Week semester (9 credits)
- NURS 41303: Professional Transitions (3) – 7 ½ week course first section
- NURS 41383: Health and Cultural Assessment (3) – 7 ½ week course second section
- NURS 41393: Nursing Leadership and Management (3) – 7 ½ week course second section
Spring I—RN-BSN—15 Week Semester (8 credits)
- NURS 42404: Holistic Care of the Older Adult Theory and Practicum (4) – 7 ½ week course first section
- NURS 49404: Community Capstone (4) – 7 ½ week course second section
Fall (6 credits)
- NURS 71053: Theoretical Foundations for Advanced Nursing Practice and Research (3) (DNP level course)
- NURS 51003: Research Methodology (3)
Spring (6 credits)
- NURS 72103: Evidence-Based Practice (3) (DNP Level course)
- NURS 52743: Personnel Management in Nursing
Summer (6 credits)
- NURS 51753: Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Education (or elective)
- NURS 52703: Organizational Behavior in Nursing (3)
Fall (6 credits)
- NURS 52753: Law, Policy, and Procedure in Healthcare (3)
- NURS 71133: Healthcare Informatics (3) (DNP level course)
Spring (3 credits)
- NURS 51783: Curriculum Development for the Nurse Educator (3)
Summer (3 credits)
- NURS 52063: Quantitative Epidemiology I
Fall (6 credits)
- NURS 52763: Financial Management in Nursing
- NURS 52693: Nursing Administration Practicum I (270 hours)
Spring (4 credits)
- NURS 53693: Nursing Administration Practicum II (270 hours)
- NURS 59951: Outcomes Portfolio (1)
Total 57 credits
Updated February 2025