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Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership

Ready to move ahead but stymied by no degree? Complete your undergraduate degree totally online in organizational leadership.

Develop Leadership Skills You Need

The online bachelors of organizational leadership degree is perfect for working adults with some previous college coursework. Students just beginning their academic journey will also appreciate the flexibility of this online program. Choose the concentration that you have the most interest in, business, communications, or urban studies. Complete your degree even faster with our credit for life experience program  (Assessment and Accreditation of Prior Learning Experience AAPLE) available for those in the urban studies concentration. Online courses enhance your ability to balance life, work and school. 

 

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Time to Complete

Degree completion time will vary based on previous coursework or enrollment in credit for life experience

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Credits

120 credit hours total for undergraduate degree - may vary based on previous coursework or credit for life experience - determined upon review of transcripts and experience

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Cost

Current CSU Undergraduate tuition costs can be found on the Bursar's website - Credit for life experience is currently billed at $75 per credit hour received

Program Highlights

The online bachelors degree in organizational leadership at Cleveland State University affords you the flexibility to work from home on your classes at your convenience . The program prepares students for leadership in the private, nonprofit, or public sectors in a variety of roles. 

  • Online, with option for in person or synchronous learning
  • Flexibility in focus with concentrations in business, communication and urban studies to choose from
  • Ability to use appropriate life experience for some course credit
  • Internship opportunities in a variety of placements are available
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Admissions Requirements

All students applying to the BA in Organizational Leadership must also apply for regular admission to CSU

 

Courses

Year 1

Fall Semester
CourseTitleCredits
ASC 101Introduction to University Life1 Credits
ENG 101College Writing I3 Credits
UST 200Introduction to Urban Studies3 Credits
UST 289 Physical Geography3 Credits
UST 250/otherArts & Humanities Elective3 Credits

 

Spring Semester
CourseTitleCredits
ENG 102College Writing II3 Credits
MTH 116Foundations of Quantitative Literacy3 Credits
ElectiveArts & Humanities Elective (not UST)3 Credits
BIO 102/BIO106 + BIO 107Biology and Lab4 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits

Year 2

Fall Semester
CourseTitleCredits
UST 202 or UST 302African American Experience3 Credits
UST 206/ElectiveSocial Science3 Credits
ElectiveForeign Language/General Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
Spring Semester
CourseTitleCredits
ElectiveSocial Science Elective (not UST)3 Credits
ElectiveForeign Language/General Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits

Year 3

Fall Semester
CourseTitleCredits
UST 404Urban Data Analysis4 Credits
MGT 321Organizational Behavior3 Credits
UST 453 Managing Urban Diversity3 Credits
ElectiveOL Major Track Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
Spring Semester
CourseTitleCredits
UST 405Methods of Research & Evaluation3 Credits
COM 341Group Process/Decision Making 3 Credits
MGT 340Human Resource Management3 Credits
ElectiveOL Major Track Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits

Year 4

Fall Semester
CourseTitleCredits
UST 458Urban Policy Analysis3 Credits
ElectiveOL Major Track Elective3 Credits
ElectiveOL Major Track Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
Spring Semester
CourseTitleCredits
COM 448Managing Organizational Teams3 Credits
UST 490 Urban Internship4 Credits
ElectiveOL Major Track Elective3 Credits
ElectiveWAC or General Elective3 Credits
ElectiveGeneral Elective3 Credits
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Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition and financial aid for CSU programs are kept competitive so you can receive the education you deserve. Tuition for online programs and courses follows the same fee structure as traditional, on-campus programs and courses. Current CSU Undergraduate tuition costs can be found on the Bursar’s website.

Approximately 70% of CSU’s students receive some form of financial assistance. The University participates in or administers all the major federal and state grant and loan programs. In addition, CSU provides University grants and scholarships.

To begin the financial aid process, you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You must file a FAFSA every year after January 1st to receive your financial aid. Cleveland State University’s financial aid school code is 003032.

If you have any questions, visit the Financial Aid section of CSU’s website, or contact the Financial Aid office.

Faculty

The faculty in Organizational Leadership includes practitioners with in the field who have the hands-on experience to enhance your academic learning and help you to graduate with the knowledge to make you successful. Our faculty work to engage with you not only in class but through one on one discussions as well to help you succeed!

For more information on individual CSU faculty, see Cleveland State University Faculty Profile index.

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Career Outcomes

Today’s leaders need to be prepared to deal with a diverse workforce as organizations expand and grow. Organizations also have become more complex and the ability to lead is a critical skill for organizational success.

Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs graduates are employed in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Many of our graduates pursue careers in:

  • Program Development
  • Director of Administration
  • Project Director
  • Volunteer Coordinator
  • Communications Officer
  • Community Engagement Manager

FAQs

What is the best concentration for me to do?

Contact the Public Affairs Student Services Center at 216.687.3884 or orgleadonline@csuohio.edu.

Is Financial Aid or Scholarships available?

Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (part-time student status) and meet all other compliance requirements to qualify for Financial Aid. For additional information about financial aid, as well as a step-by-step guide to completing the FAFSA, visit CSU's financial aid website.

The School of Urban Affairs also offers scholarships. See the School website for more details. We encourage students to also apply to outside sources as well.

I have some prior college and am working. How quickly can I complete the program?

Program completion will be determined by the number of college credits you might have. Contact the Public Affairs Student Services Center at 216.687.3884 or orgleadonline@csuohio.edu once transcript evaluation is done.

We also will review your prior work experience to see if you qualify for the AAPLE (credit for life experience program) which can shorten the time to complete the program.
 

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