Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 245
Course Withdrawal Policies: See DEMSN Program Guidebook
Time to Completion: The program is a full-time, 20 months, 72 credits prelicensure degree program. Students must be continuously enrolled. Clinical: Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off-campus experiential learning opportunities.
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention Compliance Requirements and Clearances: Required at the start of the program and annually.
NOTE: Urine drug screen must be completed as directed through Complio within 30 days of registration. Random drug screening may be required. A negative result is required.
Testing Requirements: Testing using ExamSoft Professional Liability / Health Insurance Coverage: Required at the start of clinical courses.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING / MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Program Name: MSN / MBA Dual Degree Degree: Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration Accreditation: The MSN program at Gwynedd Mercy University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education( CCNE, www. ccneaccreditation. org). The MBA program at Gwynedd Mercy University is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education( IACBE, iacbe. org). Degrees Offered: MSN / MBA dual degree Program Type: MSN courses are term based; MBA courses are online based Program Modality: MSN online with the exception of NUR 570 Assessment class; MBA is fully online Program Coordinators: Jane Tang / TBD
Program Description: The dual-degree Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration( MSN / MBA) program, offered through the Frances M. Maguire College of Nursing and Health Professions( FMMSNHP) and the College of Arts, Sciences, & Professional Studies, will prepare graduates, who are exceptional at patient care and nursing leadership, with the business skills to affect change at the corporate level of a healthcare organization. The MSN / MBA Dual Degree Program will instill the knowledge to transform health systems by developing transformative Mercy leaders dedicated to patient advocacy while applying executive expertise.
Program Learning Outcomes:
Master of Science in Nursing( MSN) PLO1 Contribute to the advancement of nursing knowledge through scientific inquiry to establish a foundation for evidence-based practice in advanced nursing roles.( AACN Domains 1, 4, 10) PLO2 Demonstrate expertise in providing population-based holistic care in advanced nursing roles in accordance with standards of practice and codes of ethics.( AACN Domains 1, 2, 3, 9) PLO3 Promote racial and social justice and health equity across diverse health care settings grounded in the Mercy tradition.( AACN Domains 2, 3, 7, 9, 10)