B.A. in Organizational Leadership
A high demand degree for a changing workforce
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, organizations need strong, adaptable leaders who can navigate challenges, drive innovation, and foster team success. The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership at Xavier University is designed for working professionals and adult learners (24+) who want to develop essential leadership skills that are highly valued across industries.
In demand skills: Companies are seeking professionals who can manage change, improve team performance, and drive strategic growth in a competitive environment.
Versatile Career Opportunities: Leadership roles exist in business, healthcare, nonprofits, technology, government, and beyond—giving you flexibility and career mobility.
Future Proof Your Career: Employers increasingly prioritize soft skills like critical thinking, communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making—all key components of this degree.
Benefits: Gain the leadership edge with increased career mobility, access to emerging roles, higher earning potential, and the adaptability to lead in a rapidly changing job market.
Unlock New Career Opportunities
A degree in Organizational Leadership prepares you for management and leadership positions across industries:
- Business and Corporate Leadership – Operations Manager, Team Lead, HR Manager
- Healthcare Administration – Practice Manager, Healthcare Operations Leader
- Nonprofit and Public Service – Program Director, Community Engagement Manager
- Technology and Innovation – Project Manager, IT Leadership Roles
- Entrepreneurship – Start and grow your own business with leadership expertise
Curriculum
Required Courses (15 credit hours):
- MGMT 200 – Organizational Management
- MGMT 314 – Leadership
- MGMT 309 – Change Management or MGMT 312 – Negotiation and Conflict Management
- COMM 260 – Organizational Communication
- PSYC 261 – Social Psychology
One Elective (3 credit hours) from courses including:
- COMM 209 – Group Dynamics
- PSYC 321 – Industrial Organizational Psychology
- COMM 264 - Persuasion
- COMM 327 - Interpersonal Conflict Management
- COMM 360 - Advanced Organizational Communication
Capstone (3 credits):
- ORGL 495 – Organizational Leadership Capstone course
Available Minors (16-22 credit hours):
- Business – available fully online
- Communication Studies – available fully online
- Gender and Diversity Studies
- Health Services Administration
- Information Systems – available fully online
- Psychology - available fully online