Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Applied Leadership Studies
Online or Hybrid
Program Overview
You’ve navigated challenges, built experience, and made things happen—at work, at home, and in your community. Now, you’re ready to turn that experience into something more: deeper insight, greater impact, and a credential that reflects who you are and where you’re headed.
The Applied Leadership Studies program is designed for adults who are ready to lead with intention and act on what matters most. Whether you're seeking to grow in your current role, transition into leadership, or lead in service of others, this program gives you the tools to lead confidently in the real world.
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Flexible by design – Learn online or in-person, full-time or part-time
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Built on experience – Your prior learning and professional background matter
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Actionable learning – Apply leadership theory to real-world challenges
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Career-relevant – Prepare to lead in business, nonprofits, healthcare, government, and more
- Transfer-friendly - Bring in up to 90 credit hours and accelerate your path to completion
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Courses & Curriculum
What You’ll Learn
- Leading teams with confidence and clarity
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Ethical and inclusive leadership
- Effective communication and group facilitation
- Organizational and change management
- Purpose-driven planning and goal setting
Applied Leadership Degree Courses
- Leadership Major Requirements (36 credits):
- Foundational Seminars:
- MLTI 3000 – Foundations Seminar (3 credits)
- MLTI 4000 – Capstone Seminar (3 credits)
- Leadership Competencies (12 credits):
- PA 3900 – Introduction to Integrated Leadership
- PHIL 3070 – Leadership Ethics in Practice
- CMST 2410 – Small Group Communication and Leadership
- PA 4530 – Strategic Planning
- Leadership Context (18 credits):
- This block allows you to tailor your education to your interests or career goals. Students complete 18 credit hours of advisor-approved coursework that provide either:
- A breadth of knowledge across leadership domains, or
- A deep dive into one area of focus
- General Education: 34 credits
- Electives: 50 credits
Career Outlook
Graduates are equipped to step into leadership roles across a variety of industries.
Sample Careers:
- Team or Department Manager
- Operations Supervisor
- Nonprofit Program Director
- Military or Civilian Analyst
- Strategic Project Lead
Industries:
- Public service and government
- Healthcare administration
- Military and defense
- Corporate and nonprofit sectors
