A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is an advanced graduate degree program designed to prepare registered nurses for leadership roles in various healthcare settings. Typically, it focuses on advanced clinical knowledge, leadership skills, evidence-based practice, and specialized areas of nursing such as nurse education, administration, informatics, or advanced practice nursing (e.g., nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist, nurse midwife). The curriculum often includes coursework in health assessment, pharmacology, pathophysiology, research methods, healthcare policy, and ethical considerations in healthcare. Graduates of MSN programs are equipped to take on advanced roles in patient care, education, research, administration, and advocacy within the healthcare system.