Union University
Union University School of Nursing

Post Masters Certificate


MSN > Post Masters Administration Track

Due to the increasing complexity of healthcare systems, professional nurses are being required to gain a better understanding of the economic and management principles of their administrative position. For this reason, Union University offers a post-master's certificate curriculum in nursing administration for professional nurses to gain the valuable knowledge and skills to serve in a variety of administrative and leadership positions throughout the health care delivery systems. Deadline for applying for the educational opportunity is March 1 of each year.

Contact Information

  • Admissions:
    nursingadmissions@uu.edu, 731-661-6545
  • Enrolled Students:
    Jo Anna Tacker, jtacker@uu.edu, 901-312-1949

Curriculum Model


Demonstrate evidence in earned MSN degree or complete the following MSN courses:
NUR 511 Nursing Informatics/Statistics for the Health Sciences 3
NUR 526 Advanced Theoretical & Ethical Concepts in Nursing 2
NUR 533 Advanced Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice 3
NUR 542 Advanced Health Promotion and Intercultural Concepts in Nursing 2
NUR 641 Advanced Health Care Policy and Economic Concepts in Nursing 2
NUR 555 Advanced Role Development 2
Nursing Administration specialty courses:
Fall I
NUR 525 Introduction to Administrative Practice 3
NUR 594 Nursing Administration Practicum I (80 Clinical Hours) 2
Spring I
NUR 528 Nursing Administration and Law 3
NUR 694A Nursing Administration Practicum II (120 Clinical Hours) 3
Summer I
NUR 695B Nursing Admin Practicum III (80 Clinical Hours) 2
Fall II
NUR 548 Organizational Behavior & Leadership 3
NUR 577 Nursing Administration Residency (120 Clinical Hours) 3
NUR 535 Nursing Quality Management 3
NUR 615 Nursing Resource Management 3
Total Credit Hours 39
Clinical Hours 400
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2012-2013 Tuition Rates

Admission Criteria

  • Previously earned Master of Science in Nursing degree
  • Last 60 hours GPA 3.0
  • Union University School of Nursing application with application fee
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of Professional recommendation
  • Proof of current RN Licensure
  • Case study during the interview process

Delivery of the Academic Program

Intensive online format with no on-campus sessions after orientation

Requirements After Admission

  • Current immunizations status
  • CPR Health Care Provider Certification
  • Clear criminal background check
  • Clear urine drug screen

Disclosure Statement Regarding Gainful Employment for Post Master's Certificate in Nursing Administration

On-time graduation: Our post master's certificate in Nursing Administration is cohort based. There is no other option for curriculum completion. Therefore; all students will graduate at the end of the four semester program, typically in December of the year following their enrollment date.

Tuition and fees: Tuition for the post-master's certificate in Nursing Administration is $495 per credit hour. The program is 25 credit hours for a total tuition cost of $12.375. Fees are approximately $200 for the program bringing the total cost of tuition and fees to approximately $12,375.

Books and supplies: The cost of books and supplies for the program is approximately $700.

Room and board: Students typically live off campus in their own homes.

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