Master of Science
in Nursing (MSN)

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Begin a new chapter
of your nursing career.

Make the move from bedside practice to leadership or education with Salem University. Our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, available online or on campus, builds on your BSN and previous experience to prepare you for new opportunities.

30

Credits

10

Months

  • Online or on-campus study options
  • Specialize in Nursing Administration or Nursing Education
  • Accredited by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA)*
  • Experiential learning can be completed near you (or where you work)
  • Finish in as few as 10 months

The Salem MSN includes a core of advanced knowledge plus specialized study of either Nursing Administration or Nursing Education. The core curriculum equips you to:

  • Draw on advanced knowledge of evidence-based practice, technology, and nursing leadership to make informed decisions
  • Develop strategies that drive improved healthcare team collaboration, leading to better outcomes for patients
  • Advocate for policies that promote individual, community, and public health
  • Establish habits of reflective practice and lifelong learning for professional growth

The specialization options prepare you for:

  • Nursing Administration – Financial, human resource, and strategic leadership that leads to continuous improvement of care quality
  • Nursing Education – Skills for planning and delivering lessons as well as assessing student performance in classroom and clinical settings

What will I learn in
Salem’s online MSN?

All MSN students take the following core courses:

  • Theoretical Basis and Role Development for Advanced Nursing
  • Advanced Research, Inquiry, and Evidence-Based Practice
  • Healthcare Policy, Law and Ethics
  • Leadership in Healthcare Environments
  • Healthcare Informatics and Technology
  • Nursing Capstone

Nursing Administration students take these additional courses:

  • Organizational Behavior and Workforce Management
  • Finance and Economics for Nursing Leadership
  • Complex Health Systems Planning and Resource Management
  • Population Health Management, Quality Improvement and Safety

Nursing Education students take these additional courses:

  • Curriculum and Program Development
  • Instructional Methods and Strategies in Teaching and Learning
  • Assessment, Evaluation, and Accreditation in Nursing Education
  • Educational Technology

Take the next step to learn more about Salem’s online MSN programs.

Move up to a
master’s degree
in nursing.

Your experience as a nurse can benefit others. Earn your MSN online or on campus with Salem to prepare for leadership or education opportunities – get in touch today!

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By submitting this form, I consent to representatives of Salem University and/or a party representing Salem University to contact me about educational opportunities via email, text, or phone, including my mobile phone if provided above, using an automatic dialer, or pre-recorded message. Message and data rates may apply. I understand that my consent is not a requirement for enrollment, and that I may withdraw my consent at any time.