Doctor of Nursing Practice / Executive Leadership
Post University

Program Details

Master’s-educated nurses who wish to immediately work in healthcare leadership will benefit from the Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Executive Leadership degree.  With this 100% online nursing administration degree students complete a rigorous curriculum in nursing and health care.  Topics covered also include legislative policy issues and economics.  Courses provide the foundation and skills needed to lead organizations while remaining current, so students are ready to deal with recent healthcare issues.  Students in this online nursing degree program study five key competencies:

  • Leadership
  • Business intelligence
  • Finance
  • Health policy
  • Health services research

As you explore these topics you will have the opportunity to interact with leaders in nursing from around the United States while furthering your critical thinking and leadership skills.

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Post University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Essay/Writing Sample, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV

Additional Info

  • A minimum of one year of full-time work experience in an informatics or technology-based nursing leadership role during the last 5 years is required.
  • Applicants will need an unencumbered U.S. RN license or international equivalent.