BAS in Organizational Leadership

Bachelor of Applied Science
Organizational Leadership

Elevate your leadership potential with a career-focused degree in organizational strategy, communication, and team development. Available fully online for working professionals seeking flexibility without compromise.

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About the Program

KEY INFORMATION: This innovative major provides a modern, applied pathway for students aiming to lead in business, nonprofit, government, and technical environments. Designed especially for graduates of AAS and AAT programs in applied fields, the Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership offers a direct transition to a four-year degree that builds on your existing experience while preparing you for career advancement.

Rather than following a traditional business administration model, this degree equips students with real-world leadership, communication, and management skills that reflect current workplace needs. From strategic thinking to organizational communication and change management, the curriculum is crafted to help students lead teams, improve systems, and make meaningful impact in their organizations.

The program is fully online and tailored for working professionals looking to finish their degree and unlock new opportunities—on their schedule, at their pace.

Salary and Career Information

BAS in Organziational Leadership Salary and Career Information

 

General and Operations Managers

Number of Jobs: 3,515,200

Median Pay: $77,120/year

Predicted Employment Change: +320,800

% Projected Outlook: 7% (2033)

Outlook: BRIGHT

Supervisors of Production Workers

Number of Jobs: 690,900

Median Pay: $65,930/year

Predicted Employment Change: +64,600

% Projected Outlook: 2% (2033)

Outlook: GOOD

Administrative Services Managers

Number of Jobs: 256,800

Median Pay: $86,550/year

Predicted Employment Change: +22,700

% Projected Outlook: 7% (2033)

Outlook: BRIGHT

At a Glance

Program Snapshot

 

Program Format: Face-to-Face and Online

Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours

Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer

Time to Complete: 4-5 semesters

Pathway

Degree Map

 

Ensure a smooth journey to graduation with our tailored degree pathway, organizing your courses semester by semester, year by year, for optimal progression in your transfer major.

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Courses

The courses below are the required major course selections from the Organizational Leadership major. These courses are offered in 8-week term format. 

PCS 2111 Introduction to the Bachelor of Applied Science

Time 1 HOUR  |  Location  Online

PCS 2113 Survey of Multinational and Cross-Cultural Operations

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 3103 Professional Leadership Strategies

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Online

PCS 3213 Multinational and Cross-Cultural Project Collaboration

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 3123 Issues in Organizational Leadership

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 3203 Applied Leadership in Strategic Initiatives

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4213 Project Leadership in Multinational and Cross-Cultural Teams

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 3303 Applied Data-Driven Strategies

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4003/6003 Personnel Management for the Public Sector

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4223 Virtual Collaboration and Leadership in Multinational Teams

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4203/6203 Digital Transformation and Adaptive Leadership

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4343/6343 Foundations of Organizational Leadership

Time 2 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4413 Ethical and Legal Issues in Leadership

Time 3 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

PCS 4112 Professional Success Strategies in Applied Fields

Time 2 HOURS  |  Location  Starkville, Online

Benefits

Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Benefits

 
  • Success Oriented – Students in the BAS program have an average of 3.20 GPA overall. Over 15 students have gone on to pursue graduate degrees after earning their BAS degree.
  • Expert Faculty – Benefit from distinguished faculty with real-world experience and innovative research.
  • Customized Degree Pathway – Tailor your study to lead to a BAS degree, fitting your career goals.
  • Practical Learning Experience – Gain hands-on training through classroom work, teamwork, and group projects.
  • Broad Career Horizons – Enjoy multiple career options leading to employment in various fields.

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