GCU
PURPOSE
The Master of Science in Nursing program prepares professional nurses for leadership roles in healthcare systems, nursing education, and healthcare administration. The program integrates advanced nursing knowledge, evidence-based practice, leadership development, and ethical decision-making.
Objectives
Graduates of the MSN program will be able to:- Apply advanced nursing theories to professional practice and leadership.
- Integrate research and evidence-based practice in healthcare decision-making.
- Demonstrate effective leadership within healthcare organizations.
- Promote quality improvement and patient safety.
- Develop and implement nursing education or healthcare management strategies.
- Practice ethical and culturally competent healthcare leadership.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM (Total Credits: 36)
MSN Core Courses (15 Credits)
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| MSN501 Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 |
| MSN502 Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| MSN503 Advanced Health Assessment | 3 |
| MSN504 Evidence-Based Practice & Research in Nursing | 3 |
| MSN613 Assessment & Evaluation in Nursing Education | 3 |
| Total 15 |
Specialty Courses (7 credits)
1)Nurse Educator Concentration (7 credits)
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| MSN611 Curriculum Development | 3 |
| MSN612 Teaching & Learning Strategies in Nursing Education | 4 |
| Total 7 |
2) Nursing Administration Concentration (7 credits)
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| MSN622 Healthcare Finance and Budgeting | 3 |
| MSN623 Human Resources & Workforce Development in Nursing | 4 |
| Total 7 |
3. Capstone Courses (3 credits)
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| MSN701 Scholarly Project I: Proposal & Evidence Integration | 3 |
| Total 3 |
4. Elective Courses (5 credits)
Students are required to complete five credits from the following:| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| MSN505 Healthcare Policy, Ethics & Leadership | 3 |
| MSN614 Technology / Simulation in Nursing Education | 3 |
| MSN621 Organizational Leadership & Change Management | 4 |
| MSN624 Quality Improvement & Patient Safety | 4 |
5. Bible & Theology Core Courses (6 credits)
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BS501 Bible Survey | 3 |
| ES500 Christian Ethics and Society | 3 |
| Total 6 |