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B.S. Degree with a Major in Organizational Leadership

  • Total Credit Hours: 120
  • Degree Format: Online

About this field

Organizational leadership involves the practices, theories, issues and ramifications of leading an organization or business. Students in the organizational leadership program at Valdosta State University learn about management, administration, human resources and technology related to today’s complex organizations in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. The online, multidisciplinary program is ideal for working professionals, members of the military, transfer students and those seeking degree completion, along with traditional students who wish to complete a degree online.

The Valdosta State Difference

The organizational leadership degree at Valdosta State is an online program, giving students the flexibility of completing their studies from home. Students take part in an online orientation and work with an advisor throughout the course of their studies. The program is part of eMajor, a collaboration between the University System of Georgia and Valdosta State designed to expand a student's educational experience by providing learning opportunities that are more flexible and accessible.

What You'll Learn

Students in the online organizational leadership program learn about organizational leadership as it relates to and impacts individuals, communities and society from a variety of perspectives. Students learn to express themselves effectively, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and gain an understanding of ethical principles underlying both research and practice in organizational leadership. In addition to taking required courses within the discipline, students must select a track in public service administration, office administration and technology, legal office administration, law enforcement leadership, or Spanish for professionals or ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) instruction.

Careers

  • Brand Manager
  • Brand Manager
  • Career Planner
  • Corporate Coach
  • Customer Service Manager
  • Fundraiser
  • General Manager
  • Health Care Manager
  • Health Services Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • IT Manager
  • Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Marketing Researcher
  • Nonprofit Administrator
  • Operations Manager
  • Policy Planner
  • Production Manager
  • Social Services Manager
  • Training and Development Manager
  • Training and Development Specialist
  • Underwriter