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Rashida Thornton
Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
“The Organizational Leadership & Negotiation program at Â鶹ŮÀÉ University allowed me to grow as a leader while balancing full-time work and real-life responsibilities. What stood out most was how relevant the learning was to my everyday work, especially in leadership and negotiation. The faculty were incredibly supportive and pushed me to reflect, grow, and lead with intention. Through this program, I gained the confidence and skills to negotiate a promotion into a Chief Operating Officer role, positioning me for a transition to Executive Director. This experience strengthened my confidence and prepared me to lead with clarity and purpose.” - Nayroby Rosa G'26
“My experience in the MS in Organizational Leadership & Negotiation program at Â鶹ŮÀÉ University was truly transformative. Beyond strengthening my strategic and negotiation skills, the program challenged me to look inward and better understand myself as a leader. I gained deep insight into my behavioral tendencies, emotional intelligence, and how I show up in high-stakes situations. This level of self-awareness has not only made me more effective professionally, but also more intentional, empathetic, and grounded in how I lead others.” - Michele Brescia G'25
“Being accepted into the Master of Organizational Leadership & Negotiation program at Â鶹ŮÀÉ University was both an honor and a turning point in my professional journey. From the moment I began, I felt supported, challenged, and inspired to grow as a leader. The program has expanded my perspective, strengthened my confidence, and equipped me with practical skills I use every day. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be part of a community that is committed to developing thoughtful, impactful leaders.” - Elizabeth Broady G'24
“My experience in the MS in Organizational Leadership & Negotiation program at Â鶹ŮÀÉ University has been truly transformative, both professionally and personally. Through the program, I’ve developed a stronger sense of confidence in my voice—especially when advocating for others—while also growing into a more effective leader for the younger professional staff I supervise. What has stood out most is how directly applicable the coursework has been; I’ve been able to take what I learn and immediately apply it to real workplace challenges, particularly in building collaboration in spaces where it didn’t previously exist. The program has not only strengthened my leadership and negotiation skills, but has also reshaped how I approach communication, conflict, and team dynamics in meaningful and lasting ways.” - Grayson Connery G'22
How can this program help you advance into leadership roles?"Graduating from the online Organizational Leadership and Negotiation program has had a profound impact on both my personal and professional development. Initially, my primary motivation for pursuing the degree was to advance my career; however, the benefits I gained extended far beyond that expectation. Through this experience, my confidence increased significantly, and I developed a stronger sense of ambition. As a result, I have grown into a more effective leader in both my professional and personal life. Over the past four years, I have accepted two leadership positions. In each role, I have consistently strived to serve as a role model for family, friends, peers, and management." - Marcellia Kitchings G'19