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Concordia Nebraska introduces Master of Arts in Leadership program

Seward, NE (02/24/2026) — Concordia University, Nebraska today announced the launch of a new graduate program at the university: the Master of Arts in Leadership.

This new M.A. in Leadership degree - which is pending Higher Learning Commission approval - is intentionally distinct from MBA programs and fills a different formation and vocational space in the university's graduate program offerings. While the MBA focuses on business operations, finance, accounting and corporate management, the M.A. in Leadership centers on people, purpose, culture, ethics and organizational transformation, preparing students to lead mission-driven organizations where relational leadership and faith integration are central.

"The Master of Arts in Leadership reflects Concordia's deep commitment to forming leaders who are grounded in Christ, guided by ethical conviction and equipped to transform organizations through relational, servant-hearted leadership," said Concordia Nebraska MBA and Master of Arts in Leadership Program Director Dr. George Arnold. "This program is intentionally designed to prepare men and women to lead with purpose, cultivate healthy cultures and faithfully serve their vocations in ways that make a lasting Kingdom impact."

Rooted in Concordia's Lutheran identity, the new M.A. in Leadership program integrates Christian values, servant leadership and ethical formation with applied leadership practice and real-world organizational learning. Program emphases options include classical leadership, organizational leadership, philanthropy leadership and adventure, sport and recreation leadership. Learn more about this new program offering at https://www.cune.edu/academics/graduate/leadership

Dedicated to providing Christ-centered lifelong learning opportunities in a variety of focus areas, Concordia Nebraska offers a myriad of Studia Vitae continuing education units (CEUs), single graduate courses, graduate certificates and full graduate degree programs. Individuals affiliated with eligible preferred partner organizations receive exclusive tuition rates for these programs. These partnerships make high-quality, faith-based education more affordable and accessible, empowering students to grow in knowledge, strengthen your vocation and serve others with excellence. Learn more about preferred partnerships at cune.edu/partners.

Combining faith with rigorous academics and practical, real-life experiences, Concordia Nebraska graduate programs offer flexible, online classes and a community of believers that supports and values students as a whole individual-academically, emotionally and spiritually. Featuring online, eight week courses with multiple start dates, Concordia Nebraska's graduate programs offer faith-based academics with deep, comprehensive study that prepares students for leadership and advanced professional impact. Learn more about graduate academics at https://www.cune.edu/academics/graduate

About Concordia University, Nebraska

Concordia University, Nebraska, founded in 1894, is a fully accredited, coeducational university of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod located in Seward, Nebraska, which currently serves more than 1,700 students. Concordia offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in an excellent academic and Christ-centered community that equips men and women for lives of learning, service and leadership in the church and world. For more information, visit cune.edu.

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