Organizational Leadership

A degree that translates into a better job for you!

If you are interested in the people side of business, this is the right degree for you. What do we mean by the people side of business? Careers in management, human resources, sales or consultants all have a very important common denominator...they rely heavily on people skills.

The bachelor of arts degree in organizational leadership is designed to develop the individual (that's you!) within the context of the organization (where you work). Leadership classes develop each student to increase the effectiveness of the organization. Techniques to facilitate change and to motivate people as well as work with individuals and groups within the organization are highlighted throughout the program. This academically challenging program will augment practical experience or prepare students for an MBA or other advanced study.

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Highlights:

• Stimulating academic environment
• Experienced university faculty and assignments that apply to everyday life
• Accelerated program - 13 months
• Weekly evening classes that focus on one course at a time
• Groups of 12-22 students start and stay together throughout their studies which provides maximum interaction and support
• Students from a variety of workplaces and cultural backgrounds

What can I do with this degree?

• Professionals with this degree are ready to guide enterprises of many kinds through the constantly changing business environment. Beneficial in any career, it is ideal for those seeking positions as executive managers, business planners, organizational consultants, human resource managers, non-profit managers, managers of volunteers, sales/marketing managers, retail and service managers, operations managers and other leadership positions that involve working directly with employees including those in health care.
• Want some more career ideas? How about these:
• Law enforcement
• Nursing
• Teaching
• Counseling
• Corrections
• Entrepreneurs

What are the admission requirements?

• Completed application form and $40 fee (fee waived if you attend an information meeting)
• All application pieces, official transcripts, recommendation form and admissions essay
• Minimum 2.4 GPA
• 60 transferable baccalaureate level units
• Seven years of post-secondary experience

What courses will I be taking?

• View a list of courses and descriptions.

How much does it cost?

• Tuition is competitively priced and financial aid is available. View details on tuition and fees.

When can I start?

• New cohorts are formed each spring (February) and fall (August).

How do I apply?

• The application process is straightforward. View details on how to apply.

For additional information or for program availability, contact the following Degree Completion Offices:

To view all of the majors offered in the degree completion program, please visit our degree completion program page.