Online Organizational Leadership Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (B.A. OL) is a management degree designed for self-directed and goal-oriented individuals interested in developing problem solving, decision-making and communication skills. The student will gain an understanding of the primary functions performed by an organization. The curriculum is designed to fulfill the university’s goals of emphasizing personal growth, individual values and development in areas of human understanding, necessary to successfully lead in today’s fast-moving, ever-changing, global environment.

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Admission General Requirements
All applicants must have a High School Diploma or its equivalent, write a personal essay, and have at least one letter of recommendation sent to St. Thomas University.

The minimum criteria for consideration by the Admissions Committee are:

 Minimum, unweighted GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.0 scale).
 SAT score of at least 880 (Critical Reading + Mathematics sections) or a composite score of 18 on the ACT exam.

Applicants must meet the above requirements to be considered for admission. Applicants with lower credentials are considered on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Committee with special emphasis on the personal essay, letter of recommendation, and placement test scores.

International undergraduate students must fulfill the same requirements as all other students applying for undergraduate admission. In addition, international undergraduate students must provide the following information:

1. Educational Documents: Official transcripts or Statement of Marks must be mailed to the Office of Admissions at St. Thomas University directly from the educational institution(s) attended. The official transcript or Statement of Marks must contain:

• Subjects studied
• Marks or grades awarded
• Length of class periods (optional)
• Number of periods per week for each subject (optional)
• Grading scale with minimum passing marks

Note: If transcripts or Statement of Marks do not indicate the type of degree and date awarded, certified copies of the diploma or other proof of the awarding of the degree must be presented. Certified copies of transcripts or Statement of Marks from foreign institutions may be submitted, but the
University requires that such transcripts or Statement of Marks be sent directly to St. Thomas University from the issuing institution(s).

2. English Translations: Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by the original official English translation.
3. Evaluations: A NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) accredited evaluator must evaluate all transcripts from institutions outside the United States. The evaluation agency must indicate that the institution has accreditation equivalent to that of institutions recognized as accredited by the United States Department of Education. However, the Admissions Committee reserves the right to request an accredited evaluation of a transcript from an English speaking institution during the admissions process, if the accreditation of the institution is in doubt. International applicants can obtain information regarding accredited evaluators by contacting the Office of Admissions. International applicants must request that the evaluator provide the Admissions Committee with a course-by-course evaluation and a grade point average equivalent. Also, applicants must request that the evaluator send the original evaluation directly to the Office of Admissions. The costs associated with evaluation of transcripts are solely the responsibility of the applicant.
4. 4. TOEFL/IELTS: International students educated in foreign institutions where the language of instruction is not English are required to submit the results of either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Applicants who submit a TOEFL score of at least 197 on the computer-based test, 71 on the Internet-based TOEFL test, or an IELTS score of at least 5.5 will not be required to take any course in English as a second language.

Other Fees

• Application Processing Fee $ 40

• Tuition deposit $250

• Add/Drop Courses (after the first week of term/semester) $10

• Administrative Drop Fee $300

• International Student Fee $250

• Laboratory Fee $105

• Late Registration Fee ( after 1st week) $150

• Late Payment Fee (assessed monthly) 5 % APR

• Portfolio Assessment Fee (9 credit max) $767

• Returned check fee $50

• Transcript Fee (Official) – next day delivery $25

• Transcript Fee (Official) – 3 free per year $15

• Tuition payment installment plan (AMS) $75

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The Bachelor of Arts in organizational leadership prepares students for leadership positions in a wide range of organizations and career fields.

Students in this program develop skills that can be used to help organizations function successfully, including problem solving, effective communication, program assessment, resource management and how to use emerging technologies.

Students will also learn to write proposals and reports, communicate effectively within organizations and practice ethical decision-making.

In the senior capstone course, students will craft projects that demonstrate the skills and knowledge that they have developed in the degree. Students will also construct portfolios in which they argue, "In light of the degree learning outcomes, here is what I have learned, and here is evidence that I have learned."

Graduates of the program will be prepared for a range of positions in professional areas such as government, health care administration, nonprofit agencies and the service industry.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must successfully complete ASU competency requirements. Admission may be granted with one deficiency in no more than two competency areas. Deficiencies cannot be in both math and laboratory science. Students must earn a minimum 2.0 in any subject area. Most competencies may also be met by test scores or college courses.

English - 4 years (composition/literature based)
Math - 4 years - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one course requiring Algebra II as a prerequisite.
Laboratory Science - 3 years total (1 year each from any of the following areas are accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Integrated Sciences, and Physics)
Social Science - 2 years (including one year American History)
Foreign Language - 2 years (same language)
Fine Arts - 1 year

Applicants must also meet at least one of the following:

Top 25% in high school graduating class
3.0 GPA in competency courses (4.0 = A)
ACT 22 (24 nonresidents)*
SAT Reasoning 1040 (1110 nonresidents)*

*ASU does not require the writing portion of these tests.

Official transcripts must be mailed directly to Undergraduate Admissions by the records office of the issuing institution(s). ASU does not accept transcripts delivered by hand or fax. Please have your previous academic institution(s) mail your official transcript to the appropriate ASU mailing address

Individual Review
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All students who don’t meet the above standards will be evaluated through a process called Individual Review. Through this process Undergraduate Admissions will review all available information about a student’s application, carefully considering all aspects of a student’s academic background and accomplishments. Submission of an ACT or SAT test score is highly recommended. In some cases, additional information might be requested.

International Applicants
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TOEFL and IELTS score must be mailed to the university.

Other Fees

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The purpose of the Bachelor of Organizational Leadership (BOLS) program is to provide leadership skills based on Christian principles, increase interpersonal skills and employee relations skills that are required of leaders, enhance communication skills needed by leaders, and expand skills in one's chosen career path. The curriculum has two options. One is a degree completion option for those with an associate's degree. The other is for those without a degree. The program is intended to supplement one's technical skills and work experience with leadership and people skills. A Human Resource Administration concentration is also available fully online.

The Organizational Leadership is intended to supplement one's technical skills and work experience with leadership and people skills.

Entry Requirements

Each applicant's record is examined for evidence reflecting potential for intellectual and social growth, strength of character, and seriousness of purpose. These qualities are evaluated by considering each applicant's academic record, including graduation, SAT Reasoning Test (SAT) or the American College Testing (ACT), and optional references.

Course Requirements

- 4 years of College Prep English
- 3 years of Math (preferably Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, or higher)
- 3 years of Science (at least 2 lab Sciences, preferably Chemistry, Physics, and/or Biology)
- 2 years of the same Foreign Language
- 1 year of Government/Economics

Other Fees

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At Argosy University, we believe that the success of an organization is directly related to the leaders within the organization and how those leaders manage, as well as motivate both teams and the individuals that make up those teams. In today's ever-changing, fast-paced business world, leaders must be prepared to adapt and function in such an environment as well as be the creator of positive change.

The MS in Organizational Leadership is ideal for those who:

Wish to enhance their personal and professional development.

Want to become the type of leader who can drive an organization during times of dynamic change.

Argosy University faculty members are committed to providing a learning environment that informs, enhances, challenges, and supports the development of organizational leadership students. Our experienced practitioners are dedicated to preparing students to lead complex organizations faced with an abundance of strategic challenges. Students in the MS in Organizational Leadership degree program online will have an opportunity to learn to:

Evaluate leadership and supervision practices from any work group in terms of human impact and financial impact over the short and medium term.

Apply ethical principles and generally accepted business practices to the leadership functions of a business setting.

Provide accurate advice and counsel to appropriate stakeholders regarding basic corporate and business practices to specific situations, and provide referrals to appropriate experts when necessary.

Implement and revise motivational practices and systems that meet the strategies and constraints of the work environment.

Design and execute employee communication plans toward expressed business or organizational goals.

Evaluate the skills and capabilities of individuals relative to specific organizational settings and provide counsel where organizational systems and processes are inconsistent with competencies of the existing workforce.

Demonstrate the value-added contribution of leadership actions and practices to the organization.

Entry Requirements

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, a nationally accredited institution, or an appropriately certified foreign institution.

A 2.7 grade point average for the bachelor's degree used as the basis of admission, or a grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the last 60.

A minimum score of 550 on the written TOEFL® or 79 on the TOEFL® Internet (iBT) is also required for all of applicants whose native language is not English.

All applications for admission must be submitted to the Admissions Department. An admissions representative is available to help interested applicants complete the following required documentation:

Completed Application for Admission form.

Application fee (non-refundable, except in California and Arizona. In the state of Arizona, the application fee is refundable if the application is canceled.

If the basis of admission is an earned bachelor's degree with a 2.7 grade point average, an official transcript from the degree granting institution.

If the basis of admission is a cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the last 60 hours of coursework, official transcripts from all postsecondary schools.

Other Fees

Books and supplies : $850

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Based on the belief that the success of an organization is directly and substantially linked to leaders within that organization, Argosy University offers the Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership. Students who pursue this online doctorate degree will focus on the qualities of transformational leadership, not just managerial attributes.

Ideal candidates for a doctoral degree in leadership include individuals who:

- Wish to enhance their personal and professional development

- Want to become the type of leader who can drive an organization during times of dynamic change

- Are considering an organizational leadership PhD

Argosy University faculty members are committed to providing a learning environment that informs, enhances, challenges, and supports the development of organizational leadership students. Our experienced practitioners are dedicated to preparing students to lead complex organizations faced with an abundance of strategic challenges, including:

Increasing globalization
Changing economies
Societal shifts
Individual-organizational relationships

We believe that leaders prepared in this manner can be visionaries and innovators, leading viable organizations capable of meeting the challenges of the future.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have

A master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, a nationally accredited institution approved and documented by the faculty and dean of the Graduate School of Business and Management, or an appropriately certified foreign institution

A grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) in work leading to the master's degree, and in any subsequent graduate study

A minimum written TOEFL® score of 550 (paper version), 213 (computer version), and 79 (Internet version) for all applicants whose native language is not English or who have not graduated from an institution at which English is the language of instruction

Completed Application for Admission

$50 Tuition Deposit (non-refundable)

Documentation of current employment with or access to a professional organization

Official transcripts from all institutions that granted credits toward the Master's degree and all credits earned post-master's degree. (basis can be evaluated on unofficial transcripts)

Other Fees

Books and supplies : $1,900

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