Program Overview
Brenau University's Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership prepares students for leadership roles in various organizations. The fully online program emphasizes management, motivation, communication, and ethical decision-making. Graduates develop the skills and knowledge to effectively lead teams and organizations, with potential career paths in nonprofit management, business consulting, and human resources.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership
Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Brenau University is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in various professional organizations. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of management, motivation, and communication in collaborative work settings. Graduates of the program will possess the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively lead and manage teams and organizations.
Objectives:
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership, students will be able to: Effectively manage and motivate individuals and teams within an organization Communicate effectively in a variety of organizational settings Understand and apply ethical principles to organizational decision-making Analyze and solve organizational problems using critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Outline:
The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership is a fully online program that consists of 120 credit hours. The program is divided into four academic years, with each year consisting of three semesters. The program's coursework is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the principles of organizational leadership, as well as the practical skills necessary to be successful in the field.
Year 1
- Introduction to Organizational Leadership
- Principles of Management
- Organizational Communication
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Ethics in the Workplace
- Human Resource Management
- Organizational Behavior
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership Development
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
- Capstone Project
Assessment:
Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Projects
- Papers
- Presentations
- Class participation The program's faculty uses a variety of grading criteria to assess student work, including:
- Accuracy
- Completeness
- Clarity
- Organization
- Originality
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
Teaching:
The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are committed to providing students with a high-quality educational experience. The faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Case studies
- Simulations
- Role-playing
- Experiential learning activities The program also features a number of unique approaches to teaching and learning, such as:
- The use of online learning technologies to deliver course content and facilitate interaction between students and faculty
- The use of experiential learning activities to provide students with hands-on experience in applying the principles of organizational leadership
- The use of a capstone project to provide students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world organizational problem
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership program are prepared for a variety of careers in the field of organizational leadership. Potential career paths include:
- Nonprofit director
- Community service manager
- Business and management consultant
- Sales manager
- Leadership coach
- Organizational leadership role (CEO)
- Project coordinator
- Human resource manager
- Training and development coordinator
- Management analyst
