The MA in Servant Leadership seeks to meet the needs of adult learners. All students will participate in the core courses described above, and while some students program may include mostly elective course work taken through Viterbo University, other students may choose to construct a program consisting largely of contracts for individualized work or a mixture of elective courses and contracts. Contracts are composed in close coordination with the students adviser. In composing contracts, the central question should be: Will this contract for individualized work significantly contribute to my development as a servant leadership in the context in which I work/minister or wish to work or minister Credits for each contract are assigned on the basis of the amount and scope of the study required. Contracts may include: professional seminars and workshops, independent reading and research, courses at other institutions, or some combination of all of these.

As a culmination of their program, students will complete an extended literature review on a specific topic in the field of servant leadership. Themes from the literature and recommendations for implementation will be presented in a formal written paper and in an oral presentation to a seminar of their peers. Prerequisite: 501, 504.

A course, on a special topic in the discipline at the post-baccalaureate or master degree level, offered on the basis of need, interest, or time lines. May be repeated for credit. See registrars office current class schedules Web page for specific semester description.

Ethical leadership in organizations is designed for people who want to learn how to lead effective, ethical change within their organizations. Participants will expand their practical knowledge of servant leadership and ethical decision-making from SVLD 531. Participants will also learn reflection and renewal as effective leadership tools, conflict resolution techniques, the importance of community, mentor leadership stories from local leaders, and more. The interdisciplinary nature of the program allows participants to tailor the program to their personal, professional, and needs.

A course on a special topic offered at the masters level based on interest or need. May be repeated for credit. See student planning or contact the program director for current class offerings.

Servant leadership is a skill that can be taught and learned through various settings. This course prepares leaders to train future leaders through curricular development of leadership programs within their organization.

Understanding the why and how of community is essential for any leader to develop and maintain an organization. This course starts with the basic concepts of community, then allows students to engage with the practical skills of community building.

Rituals and celebrations form our core identities and connect us to our community. This course encourages contemplation in the creation and facilitation of rituals that celebrate important moments in community.

Through learning and practicing theological reflection, students will develop a way of "seeing things whole" to transform and inspire orgamizations and the community.