Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership (Online)

Lead with Confidence. Advance Your Career.

Prepare to lead, manage, and grow in today’s evolving workplace.

The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership is a fully online program designed for those who want to advance or strengthen their leadership skills across a wide range of industries.

This program prepares you to lead teams, manage change, and drive results by focusing on:

Practical leadership skills
Organizational effectiveness
Communication
Decision-making

Through a curriculum grounded in real-world application, you will strengthen your ability to lead people, improve organizational performance, and navigate complex workplace environments. Whether you are seeking advancement in your current role or preparing for new opportunities, this program positions you for long-term career growth.

Advantages

Career-Focused Leadership Development - Prepare for roles in management, supervision, and organizational leadership across industries
Flexible and Transfer-Friendly - Fully online format designed for working adults and those wanting to complete their degree
Immediately Applicable Skills - Apply what you learn directly in your current workplace
Broad Career Versatility - Develop leadership skills that translate across business, nonprofit, healthcare, and public sectors
Pathways for Advancement - Position yourself for supervisory roles, promotions, or graduate study

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Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership (Online) prepares you to lead effectively across a range of professional settings. The curriculum provides a strong academic foundation and practical, workforce-relevant skills by emphasizing:

Leadership and Team Development
Organizational Behavior
Professional Communication
Change Management
Strategic Decision-Making
Ethics and Organizational Culture
Digital Fluency and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy

Courses are delivered fully online, allowing you to balance your education with professional and personal commitments.

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Courses
Prefix / Unit	Course Title
ORGO	Digital Productivity with Microsoft Office
BADM	Business Communications
ORGO	Financial Decision Making for Leaders
CIS 100	Digital Foundations & AI Fluency
ORGO 334	Leading Teams and Collaboration
ORGO 381	Strategic Human Resource Management
IBUS	International Business
MGT 234	Organizational Behavior
MKTG 290	Introduction to Global Marketing
BADM	Legal Environment of Business
ORGO 302	Leading in Global and Cross-Cultural Contexts
ORGO 304	Inclusive Leadership and Workforce Empowerment
ORGO 308	Data Storytelling for Leaders
SCM 304	Project Management
ORGO 405	Talent Development
ORGO 306	Leading Organizational Change
ORGO 410	Strategic Influence and Negotiation Capstone

See the General Education Core Guide for additional degree requirements. A UIndy Online admissions counselor can provide an individualized estimate of your course plan and time to completion.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for leadership and supervisory roles across a wide range of industries.

Common Career Paths:

Team leader or supervisor
Operations or project manager
Human resources or training roles
Business and organizational development
Nonprofit and community leadership
Corporate and administrative roles

Potential Employers:

Corporate organizations
Small businesses
Nonprofits
Healthcare systems
Government agencies
Community organizations

Organizational Leadership Faculty

"We focus on helping students think more strategically, solve problems, and take the next step in their careers—whether they are moving into a new role or advancing in their current one." - Professor Allison Snyder

"Students learn how organizations really function and how to navigate them successfully. The goal is to help them grow, build confidence, and be ready for new opportunities across a range of fields." - Professor Emily Dale

Courses are taught by faculty with expertise in leadership, management, and organizational development. Faculty bring both academic knowledge and real-world experience, helping students connect theory to practice and apply leadership concepts in professional settings.

Tuition and Financial Aid

First course is FREE for eligible students!

Tuition: $400 per credit hour

Tuition for the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership program is designed to be competitive and accessible for working adults and transfer students. Total program cost will vary based on transfer credits and individual course load.

The first course is free for eligible students:

Current Ivy Tech Community College students and recent graduates
Employees of partner organizations
Military affiliated learners (veterans, active-duty and reserve military personnel, and their families)

Please inquire to learn more about eligibility.

Financial Aid

Federal and state financial aid options are available for this program. Eligible students may qualify for grants, loans, and payment plans.

Learn more by visiting UIndy’s Financial Aid website.