Innovation + Change Management MBA Specialization

In today’s fast-moving marketplace, the ability to lead innovation and manage change isn’t just valuable—it’s essential. The Innovation and Change Management MBA specialization prepares future-focused leaders to drive transformation across industries by equipping them with the strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and leadership skills needed to turn disruption into opportunity. This specialization goes beyond theory to cultivate the mindset and tools used by top innovators. You’ll learn how to analyze complex challenges, identify emerging opportunities, and develop breakthrough solutions that align with business goals. Courses emphasize real-world applications, guiding students through frameworks for design thinking, strategic foresight, and agile decision-making.

 

Lead change with confidence:

Drive the future of business and master strategic innovation and creative thinking for a real-world impact.

Develop the communication skills needed to bridge the gap between creative teams and business stakeholders, translating innovative ideas and complex change initiatives into clear, actionable strategies that drive alignment, informed decision-making, and successful transformation.




Lead with purpose: Master change, innovation, and impact

Lead with purpose: Master change, innovation, and impact

Lead with purpose: Master change, innovation, and impact

Through courses in project management, organizational change, and entrepreneurship, students gain the strategic, ethical, and practical skills to drive innovation, manage transformation, and lead with integrity—grounded in business analysis, servant leadership, and Christian values.

Through courses in project management, organizational change, and entrepreneurship, students gain the strategic, ethical, and practical skills to drive innovation, manage transformation, and lead with integrity—grounded in business analysis, servant leadership, and Christian values.

Through courses in project management, organizational change, and entrepreneurship, students gain the strategic, ethical, and practical skills to drive innovation, manage transformation, and lead with integrity—grounded in business analysis, servant leadership, and Christian values.

Project Management

This course equips students with essential project management skills through a business analysis perspective. Students will examine key project management knowledge areas (such as scope, schedule, cost, stakeholder, communication, and risk) and formulate a business analysis mindset. The course includes evaluating AI-generated project management plans and emphasizes ethical decision-making guided by Christian principles, preparing students to navigate real-world business scenarios with integrity and expertise.

Organizational Change

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the theories and practices involved in managing change within organizations. Students will explore the roles leadership, culture, and strategy in driving change, applying principles of servant leadership and Christian ethics in decision-making. Through case studies and practical applications, students will develop the skills necessary to effectively lead and manage change initiatives in diverse organizational settings.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

The course equips students with the tools and concepts necessary for careers as entrepreneurs or as investors in entrepreneurial ventures. It prepares entrepreneurially minded students with a valuable understanding of venture capital, private equity, social entrepreneurship, and small businesses. Topics include marketing for entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial finance, private equity, managing family businesses, managing growth, and social entrepreneurship.

Project Management

This course equips students with essential project management skills through a business analysis perspective. Students will examine key project management knowledge areas (such as scope, schedule, cost, stakeholder, communication, and risk) and formulate a business analysis mindset. The course includes evaluating AI-generated project management plans and emphasizes ethical decision-making guided by Christian principles, preparing students to navigate real-world business scenarios with integrity and expertise.

Organizational Change

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the theories and practices involved in managing change within organizations. Students will explore the roles leadership, culture, and strategy in driving change, applying principles of servant leadership and Christian ethics in decision-making. Through case studies and practical applications, students will develop the skills necessary to effectively lead and manage change initiatives in diverse organizational settings.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

The course equips students with the tools and concepts necessary for careers as entrepreneurs or as investors in entrepreneurial ventures. It prepares entrepreneurially minded students with a valuable understanding of venture capital, private equity, social entrepreneurship, and small businesses. Topics include marketing for entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial finance, private equity, managing family businesses, managing growth, and social entrepreneurship.

Project Management

This course equips students with essential project management skills through a business analysis perspective. Students will examine key project management knowledge areas (such as scope, schedule, cost, stakeholder, communication, and risk) and formulate a business analysis mindset. The course includes evaluating AI-generated project management plans and emphasizes ethical decision-making guided by Christian principles, preparing students to navigate real-world business scenarios with integrity and expertise.

Organizational Change

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the theories and practices involved in managing change within organizations. Students will explore the roles leadership, culture, and strategy in driving change, applying principles of servant leadership and Christian ethics in decision-making. Through case studies and practical applications, students will develop the skills necessary to effectively lead and manage change initiatives in diverse organizational settings.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

The course equips students with the tools and concepts necessary for careers as entrepreneurs or as investors in entrepreneurial ventures. It prepares entrepreneurially minded students with a valuable understanding of venture capital, private equity, social entrepreneurship, and small businesses. Topics include marketing for entrepreneurs, entrepreneurial finance, private equity, managing family businesses, managing growth, and social entrepreneurship.




Innovation + Change Management specialization FAQs

Innovation + Change Management specialization FAQs

Innovation + Change Management specialization FAQs

  • Online-First: This program is built to ensure that its online classes are not merely attempting to recreate the in-person experience, but truly leverage the strengths of online learning. Students can enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and engage with students at other leading institutions, bolstering their professional networks for the future.
  • Leadership and Ethics: Students develop the ability to lead initiatives strategically, focusing on identifying opportunities and managing ethical considerations in any industry. 
  • Effective Communication: Students learn to bridge the gap between stakeholders, translating complex concepts into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making.