Doctor of Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership
Lead with Purpose. Innovate with Care. Transform the Future of Nursing.
North Park’s DNP program in executive leadership equips you with the valuable skills needed to meet the demands of today’s healthcare system as an innovative and culturally sensitive leader. You will enroll in a mentored practicum and collaborate with instructors and peers on projects in addition to online coursework. No residency is required.
North Park’s DNP – Executive Leadership program offers start dates throughout the year. You’ll benefit from small class sizes, building relationships that will last a lifetime. Graduate in as few as 20 months ready to lead and inspire compassionate care.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at North Park University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Online
As few as 20 months
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Hands-On Nursing Leadership Curriculum
Along with a 350-hour practicum, you’ll participate in online courses built with working nurses in mind. In the North Park DNP – Executive Leadership program, students gain knowledge in organizational change, practice innovation, informatics, and more.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at North Park University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
Leadership Careers That Make a Difference in Healthcare
Our graduates are prepared to take on meaningful roles in the healthcare industry that improve the health of communities and lead change in healthcare organizations. You’ll be ready to pursue various patient care, administrative, and leadership roles such as chief nursing officer, clinical director, and more.
Nursing Leadership Jobs
Medical and Health Services Manager $110,680 per year1
Chief Nursing Officer $173,372 per year2
About North Park University
Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, North Park University is city-centered, intercultural, and emerging as the model for Christian higher education in 21st-century America. As a collaborative learning community that celebrates the richness of cultural differences, North Park welcomes individuals from all faiths. Located in Chicago, the private university is proud to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.
Online Learning Experience
At North Park University, we’re here for you — even when you aren’t here. Our online programs are delivered through Canvas and taught by responsive faculty, so you’ll feel supported and benefit from a convenient online learning format. If you need additional assistance, the NPU Center for Online Education help desk is here to answer your questions and keep you on track.
Sources
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved February 4, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- Glassdoor. “Salary: Chief Nursing Officer.” Retrieved April 29, 2025, from https://www.glassdoor.com/.