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Bachelor of Arts in -
Organizational Leadership
The BA in Organizational Leadership is an interdisciplinary online degree completion program that provides an accelerated pathway to graduation for those who have an associate’s degree or have completed some college courses, but have yet to complete their degree. The degree is designed to provide adult students with the knowledge, skills and credentials necessary to advance in a rapidly changing workplace and may be completed entirely online.
This program helps students understand theoretical and practical aspects of leadership across disciplines, while allowing you to focus on a specific Area of Concentration of interest or that advances your career goals. Choose from seven different emphasis areas or work with your advisor to create your own!
Outcomes and Career Outlook
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to take on a more responsible leadership role in their current work or pursue new occupations in leadership positions. They will also be able to articulate a personal leadership style; demonstrate an understanding of organizational leadership theory as it relates to individuals, communities and wider societies; communicate effectively; demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; use tools to manage systems and organizational resources; demonstrate an understanding of the ethical principles underlying effective organizational leadership; and lead teams in the development of innovative solutions to organizational challenges and opportunities within the chosen area of concentration.
Employment of organizational leadership graduates is projected to grow up to 11% to 2030, with a median annual salary of $120,130, according to wage and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Payscale.com.
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Career Opportunities
- Communications Manager
- General Manager
- Human Services Manager
- Operations Manager
- Production Manager
- Program Manager
- Project Lead
Plan of study
Emphasis Areas
Executive Leadership
Community Studies
Review Full Degree RequirementsComputing and Information Security
Corporate Communication
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Criminal Justice
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Review Full Degree RequirementsOperational Excellence
Social Justice
Review Full Degree RequirementsIndividualized Emphasis
Review Full Degree RequirementsAll majors must meet the general education requirements of the university in addition to completing degree-specific curriculum requirements.
Non-Missouri Residents: Prospective students are responsible for reviewing the NC-SARA state authorizations page to see if this program is offered in their state throughout their program and to review the licensure or certification requirements for the state in which they reside.
Student organizations
Make new friends and learn new skills by joining one of our Recognized Student Organizations. Here are several opportunities you may be interested in as a student majoring in organizational leadership:
- OSI Leadership Education Programs
- Student Government Association
- Students of the University of Missouri
Honors College
The UMSL Honors College is a certificate program that can be paired with any major without adding extra classes or extending time to graduate. Classes in the Honors College are seminar-style, meaning that they are based in reading, writing, discussion, and critical thinking. This unique class format fosters an intellectual climate centered around democracy, diversity, civility and academic excellence.
Undergraduate research
We encourage and support students as they engage in exciting activities in and outside of the classroom that enrich their academic and professional understanding of their chosen area of study. All majors are encouraged to participate in Undergraduate Research and Scholarship to produce discipline-specific intellectual or creative innovations to their field.
