Online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership
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- Duration 4 years
- Cost per credit $795
- Credit Hours 120
Program Benefits
- Transfer-friendly
- No application fee
- No math courses required
- No prerequisites needed
- Six start dates per year
Develop thoughtful leadership skills at Brenau
Brenau’s online BA in Organizational Leadership prepares you to step into a career in business ready to make a difference. Designed with the needs of modern-day employers in mind, the program includes a leadership improvisation class where you learn to think on your feet. The degree curriculum helps you understand the integration between organizational leadership and communities, encouraging you to lead with an ethical approach.
Open doors with a versatile bachelor’s degree
Your bachelor’s in organizational leadership degree provides a broad scope of knowledge that can prepare you for many impactful roles, including nonprofit director, community service manager, leadership coach, human resource manager and training and development coordinator. Take advantage of our incredible career services department to find the right fit for you. We’re ready to help you achieve your dreams.
Career OutlookExplore concepts relevant to today’s employers
17 core courses
120 total credit hours
No matter how you want to use your organizational leadership education, our courses allow you to gain the in-demand skills you need to pursue fast-growing roles.
Course spotlights
- OL 330 Policy and Evaluation
- OL 403 Leadership and Group Dynamics
- OL 220 Leadership, Sustainability and Community
- OL 418 Organizational Leadership and Change
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Up to 90 transfer credit hours accepted
No application fee
The online organizational leadership bachelor’s degree offers six start dates per year, so you can apply anytime and start your education as soon as possible. With no application fee, you can apply risk-free.
To apply to Brenau’s online BA in Organizational Leadership, you’ll need:
| High school diploma or GED if no college experience or less than 30 semester hours of college experience |
| Official transcripts for all previously attended undergraduate institutions |
We strive to make your education affordable
$795 per credit hour
Financial aid available
By choosing Brenau, you’re investing in a degree that will set you on a path to a successful career. Along with affordable tuition, you can pursue federal financial aid to make your education even more cost-effective.
Tuition DetailsWhat you’ll learn
Our program prepares you to be a thoughtful, ethical leader in modern-day organizations. You’ll graduate with the critical thinking skills necessary to make informed decisions quickly and communicate those decisions clearly, making you a strong candidate for an array of leadership roles.
Program outcomes
With Brenau’s online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership, you can:
- Explain complex organizational problems.
- Develop solutions based on leadership ability, communication and action.
About our dedicated, supportive faculty
Faculty members at Brenau are dedicated to helping you succeed. Most classes feature a small student-to-faculty ratio, so you can get to know your professors and their unique areas of expertise. As you broaden your professional network, you’ll have the mentorship and support of our faculty throughout your program.
Dr. Renee Just, Department Chair of Academic Programs and Associate Professor of Leadership in the College of Business and Communication
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Renee Just spent 20+ years in the corporate environment, with her last position in the healthcare services industry, where she served as the Director of Recruitment and Program Development. She has worked with organizations ranging from $1 million to $2 billion in revenue serving in several capacities.
After leaving corporate, she launched a consulting practice where she works with small business owners and entrepreneurs in setting strategic goals and devising robust action plans that will allow them to be successful in achieving their goals. She plays a key role with executive teams in leadership development and works with all levels of management in team-building efforts, thus enhancing productivity. Her diverse experience gives her the insight, understanding and ability to consult as a strategic partner.
Dr. Just received her EdD from Vanderbilt University in Leadership and Learning, her PhD from Capella University in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, her MA in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a concentration in Training and Organizational Development from the University of New Haven and her BS degree in Business Management from Albertus Magnus College. In addition to her degree accomplishments, she holds certificates in Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity, Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile, and Leading for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Higher Education.
Dr. Just is a Department Chair of Academic Programs and an Associate Professor of Leadership in the College of Business and Communication at Brenau University. She has been in higher education for over 15 years.
Online learning
At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.
Discover Brenau OnlineFrequently asked questions
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The online BA in Organizational Leadership has six start dates throughout the year. You can learn more by viewing our registrar’s calendars and schedules.
Those with a BA in Organizational Leadership often pursue careers such as training coordinator, community service manager and CEO, with salaries ranging from $54,034 to $179,520 and growth rates as high as 12%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Payscale. Learn more about your career options by visiting our careers page.
You’ll complete 120 credit hours to earn the online BA in Organizational Leadership. You can review courses now. Total credit hours earned at Brenau University depend on the number of transfer credits you have (up to 90).
This online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full-time or part-time, which allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school and personal responsibilities. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.
Tuition is $795 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 120 credit hours for a total tuition of $95,400. Transfer credits may reduce your total tuition. You can review all costs on our tuition page.