Organizational Leadership

Objective  

The Accelerated B.S. in Organizational Leadership equips students to lead effectively in dynamic, diverse, and data-driven environments. Rooted in practical application and contemporary leadership theory, this fully online program prepares graduates to influence change, foster collaboration, and drive ethical decision-making across industries. Emphasizing strategic thinking, communication, team development, and innovation, the program is designed to meet the leadership demands of today’s global and digital workplace. 

Program Student Learning Outcomes 

1. Apply Leadership Theories and Frameworks
   • Demonstrate the ability to apply leadership theories to real-world organizational challenges.
   • Compare and contrast major leadership models to assess their relevance in different organizational settings.
   • Identify how leadership behaviors influence team outcomes and organizational effectiveness.  
   • Make leadership decisions that align with clearly defined values and priorities.
2. Design and Lead Organizational Change
   • Apply change leadership models (e.g., Kotter, Lewin, Bridges) to implement adaptive and transformative change.
   • Assess organizational readiness and lead initiatives through planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
   • Evaluate the human impact of change efforts and revise strategies accordingly.
3. Cultivate Learning Cultures and Team Development
   • Coach individuals and teams using developmental frameworks and performance feedback tools.
   • Support continuous learning by encouraging reflection, experimentation, and knowledge sharing.
   • Apply organizational behavior concepts to understand how group dynamics, motivation, and communication influence culture.
   • Create environments that support psychological safety, innovation, and shared accountability.
   • Evaluate how leadership contributes to building and sustaining a learning culture.
4. Utilize Strategic and Systems Thinking
   • Design strategic plans that align with mission, values, and stakeholder priorities.
   • Diagnose challenges to develop focused, coherent strategies that address root causes and leverage key strengths.
   • Apply strategic tools and thinking to complex and adaptive challenges.
5. Communicate Strategically and Effectively as a Leader
   • Develop communication approaches that align with audience needs, strategic goals, and organizational tone.
   • Demonstrate clarity, authenticity, and professionalism across written, verbal, and digital formats.
   • Communicate effectively in situations that require persuasion, transparency, or response to feedback.

Administrator: Faculty Director, Organizational Leadership 

Requirements: A total of at least 40 credits in Organizational Leadership.