Lead with clarity, agility, and purpose.

Lead high-performing teams, drive organizational change, and create lasting strategic value with the Leadership and Strategy specialization of the Executive MBA program. Combining behavioral science with real-world leadership experience, this specialization strengthens your ability to inspire, influence, and deliver results at the highest levels of your organization.

Through courses taught by Carey Business School faculty and Johns Hopkins experts, you’ll deepen your leadership across multiple dimensions: emotional intelligence, systems thinking, strategic execution, ethical decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration. Whether you’re preparing for the C-suite or ready to expand your executive impact, this specialization will elevate your strategic mindset and leadership effectiveness.

What you’ll learn:

• Core leadership competencies for navigating uncertainty and complexity
• Advanced skills in strategic thinking, execution, and performance management
• The ability to lead diverse teams and foster an inclusive organizational culture
• Influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities
• Leadership insights across industries and functional areas

Sample courses include:

• Innovative Leadership in Uncertain Times
• Leading Change
• Strategy Execution
• Corporate Strategy
• Power and Politics
• Business Ethics and Corporate Responsibility

Upcoming Executive MBA admissions events

Carey Business School hosts various virtual admissions events for prospective students to meet with members of our admissions team. With virtual visits, informational online sessions, and regional and international events, the Carey team is ready to answer questions and support your business school journey.

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