Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Executive Leadership Program Emphasis

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)- Executive Leadership program option prepares post-master nurses for advanced leadership positions in healthcare systems and academic institutions. Nurses applying for the program must possess a BSN with a master’s in nursing (MSN), a master’s in business (MBA), or master’s in health administration (MHA), or a master’s in public health (MPH). The DNP-Executive Leadership program is part-time, fully online, and completed in 5-semesters. Students completing a DNP Project that involves translational science that promotes improvement or change related to the health of individuals and populations or healthcare and systems.

• Grade Requirements: To earn the DNP degree, candidates must successfully complete all DNP program courses with a grade of “B-” or higher and maintain an overall program GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Program Code: Nursing Practice (2060DNP) with Concentration/Emphasis in Executive Leadership Program (2091).
• CIPC: 513818

Admission

Admission is competitive; therefore, the criteria listed on the application form should be considered as minimum standards.

Applicants must apply for admission to the DNP-Leadership program. Applications may be obtained online on the Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing website http://weber.edu/nursinsg.

Applications must be completed and on file by the admission cycle application deadline. An application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. Admission applications are reviewed by the Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing Program Admissions and Advancement Committee. Applicants are notified of committee decision by email. Admission requirements are outlined on the applicant website available at http://weber.edu/nursing.