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College of Public Affairs and Community Service Division of Continuing Studies

Bachelor of Science in Applied Leadership Studies

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.

Flexible by design – Learn online or in-person, full-time or part-time

Built on experience – Your prior learning and professional background matter

Actionable learning – Apply leadership theory to real-world challenges

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