Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
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)
PLO4 Collaborate with interprofessional teams, patients, families, and communities to optimize safe and effective patient care.( AACN Domains 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9) PLO5 Use communication and information technology to improve the quality and efficiency of care delivery.( AACN Domains 5, 8) PLO6 Synthesize leadership principles and systems-based thinking to effectively contribute to databased decision making, transforming healthcare delivery and outcomes.( AACN Domains 5, 6, 7, 9, 10)
Master of Business Administration( MBA) PLO1 Students will effectively research and communicate in writing( in APA format) ideas and arguments associated with business leadership and management issues.( ULO 1, 3,4) PLO2 Students will apply knowledge and skills to develop a comprehensive business plan which demonstrates competency in the following areas: management, operations, finance, and marketing.( ULO 2, 4) PLO3 Students will apply critical thinking to real life work problems through the application of theoretical and experiential knowledge.( ULO 1, 2, 4) PLO4: Students will identify issues and strategies related to ethics and corporate social responsibility and its implications for business.( ULO 2, 3, 4)
Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression, and MSN Admissions Requirements
The admission requirements are the same as listed for the MSN program and the MBA program. Students must meet admission requirements for both programs to be admitted into the dual degree program.
Internal / External Transfers: Students may transfer a maximum of 6 transferable credits. The courses to be transferred will be evaluated for equivalency to the courses at Gwynedd Mercy University. The candidate must provide the syllabus including course description and student learning outcomes within 30 days prior to the interview.( Once the student is accepted, no courses may be taken outside of Gwynedd Mercy University.)
For Curriculum Sequence, see Program Guidebooks Academic Standards / Grade Requirements: Undergraduate GPA 3.0 See Graduate Program Guidebook Attendance Policies( including Lab / Clinical Attendance Policies): See Graduate Program Guidebook
Academic Progress,( Probation), and Program Dismissal: See Graduate Program Guidebook 270