The leadership studies major is designed to emphasize inquiry, understanding, skill development, practice, and reflection. Students in this major pursue a rigorous program of study in leadership theory, organizational communication, public and private sector leadership, church leadership, conflict resolution, ethics, and administrative theory.

Drawing from various academic departments and schools in the university, the leadership studies major is for students wanting a broad base of knowledge. Housed in the History, Humanities and Government Department, this degree is designed to meet the educational goals of three types of students, those for whom the bachelor's degree is the terminal degree and, therefore, want their education to prepare them for all life's duties-public and private, those for whom the bachelor's degree is preparatory to certain graduate or professional programs and those for whom the University does not offer a major appropriate for their career goals. ... [-]

A dynamic addition to the spectrum of management programmes on offer is the Bachelor of Management Leadership (BML) aimed at working adult learners. This qualification is based on experiential learning and the assessment and recognition of prior learning. The objective of the BML is to deliver a new generation of formally qualified and innovative managerial leaders equipped to excel in and add value to today's corporate and business environment. The BML programme was developed in collaboration with the School for New Learning at De Paul University in Chicago.

Face to face

The programme is offered on campus on a part-time basis. Students attend classes on Friday afternoons from 13:00 - 18:00... [-]

We are excited you are thinking about becoming part of the Hiwassee community! We are here to help you with anything and everything you need. We would love to answer any questions you may have about the College from academics to affordability and beyond.

Our campus has grown from a mere seven acres to a larger campus, comprised of eighteen buildings situated on 400 acres.

CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP (B.A./B.S.)

The Christian Leadership curriculum is designed for students seeking ordained or lay ministry. The program offers a solid foundation in the liberal arts as well as providing more in-depth focus in Biblical studies, theology, church history, and experience in the practice of various aspects of the ministry.... [-]

The central organizing concept of this major is information — its structures in verbal, visual, mediated, and quantitative forms; its storage, analysis, evaluation, processing and communication by both machines and people. The program depends on current technologies and continues to evolve as technologies change. Students can expect curricular additions and should consult with their advisor early and often to be aware of pending changes.

The curriculum ranges widely across several disciplines, all of which are represented in the core requirements. They include computing, linguistics, cognitive psychology, communication theory, organizational communication and management, mathematics, data and information technologies, and language. ... [-]

The leadership studies major is designed to emphasize inquiry, understanding, skill development, practice, and reflection. Students in this major pursue a rigorous program of study in leadership theory, organizational communication, public and private sector leadership, church leadership, conflict resolution, ethics, and administrative theory.

Drawing from various academic departments and schools in the university, the leadership studies major is for students wanting a broad base of knowledge. Housed in the History, Humanities and Government Department, this degree is designed to meet the educational goals of three types of students, those for whom the bachelor's degree is the terminal degree and, therefore, want their education to prepare them for all life's duties-public and private, those for whom the bachelor's degree is preparatory to certain graduate or professional programs and those for whom the University does not offer a major appropriate for their career goals. ... [-]

Organizational Leadership - Human Resource Administration

The Bachelor of Organizational Leadership with a Concentration in Human Resource Administration (BOLS/HRA) degree is designed to provide knowledge and skills in theory and applications associated with human resources. Courses include such topics as employment and placement, compensation, benefits, employee relations, job analysis, training, and development, along with leadership skills based on Christian principles.

Why Human Resource Administration?

The BOLS/RHA program will prepare you for leadership roles in exciting positions in the Human Resource field. The BOLS/HRA degree also provides excellent preparation for students to enhance their leadership and management potential by pursuing a graduate degree in human resource management, human resource development, business administration, or other fields.... [-]

Bachelor of Organizational Leadership

The purpose of the Bachelor of Organizational Leadership (BOLS) program is to provide leadership skills based on Christian principles, increase interpersonal skills and employee relations skills that are required of leaders, enhance communication skills needed by leaders, and expand skills in one's chosen career path.

The curriculum has two options. One is a degree completion option for those with an associate's degree. The other is for those without a degree. The program is intended to supplement one's technical skills and work experience with leadership and people skills. A Human Resource Administration concentration is also available fully online.... [-]

A dynamic addition to the spectrum of management programmes on offer is the Bachelor of Management Leadership (BML), aimed at working adult learners. This qualification is based on experiential learning and the assessment and recognition of prior learning. The objective of the BML is to deliver a new generation of formally qualified and innovative managerial leaders equipped to excel in and add value to today's corporate and business environment.

The BML programme has been developed in collaboration with the School for New Learning at De Paul University in Chicago, internationally recognised as a leader in the field of adult and lifelong learning.

The BML programme has a system of continuous assessment, which may include tests, field exercises and reports, teamwork exercises, class participation and presentations, independent projects and dissertations, simulated research applications, consultant reports, and integrated assessment.... [-]

The purpose of the PAC University Bachelor of Business Leadership is to develop positive, goal-oriented leaders: persons who thoroughly understand and who apply their knowledge, skills, and values to impact the marketplace in dynamic and salutary ways.

In modeling exemplary business practices, the department will build strategic alliances with business interests, and endeavors to focus on empowering business students and leaders to pursue their academic and professional activities in the light of a Christian perspective.

After completion to the degree program, the following objectives will be achieved:... [-]

Aquinas is one of only a select few colleges to offer an interdisciplinary major designed to provide you with perspective on community leadership and social justice, to develop your organizational and analytical problem-solving skills, and to deepen your sense of civic responsibility through service opportunities in local agencies and organizations. A signature program at Aquinas College, Community Leadership was created by local leaders to prepare you to be engaged with and in your community to work for the public good. Focusing on local issues with local leaders will inspire you to think critically and globally, as well as prepare you for social justice-oriented careers in public and nonprofit organizations. As a graduate of the Aquinas College Community Leadership program, you will have the practical experience of how social justice informs effective community service and leadership.... [-]

The G.B.D. Bachelor program is a three-year course that aims to develop students' critical appreciation of the role of managers and leaders in an international context, focusing on a chosen geographical location (America, Europe, Asia, Middle East).

The students will also have the opportunity to spend one semester abroad during their second year at one of our 130 partner universities from all around the world including China, USA, UK, Spain, Australia, Argentina, etc.

A 6 months internship is undertaken at the end of the program allowing students apply their theoretical knowledge to real professional situations. This opportunity will help develop professional skills such as teamwork, communication and organizational skills, problem-solving and leadership.... [-]

I really enjoy the accelerated Management and Leadership classes at Goodwin. I can finish quicker than at other schools and get my degree in a shorter amount of time.

— Cher Baten, Management and Leadership Student

Everyone recognizes great managers and leaders when they see them. Chances are they weren’t born that way; they learned and developed over time.

Our bachelor’s degree in Management and Leadership will teach you what you need to know to advance within your current organization or to get your foot in the door of that company you’ve always wanted to work for.

With management and leadership training, you will learn to manage innovation, change, and talent development. You will also become experienced in the science of interpersonal skills — effective communication is the cornerstone of all successful relationships. Learn the skills that employers are looking for, including:... [-]

The Atlântica Management course aims to train highly qualified specialists in the area of ​​Business Sciences, a degree that presents a remarkable organizational component, directly related to companies, Central, Local, Regional or supranational bodies and other non-governmental organizations.

In the training developed, the Licenciatura assumes competency development and differentiation objectives in relation to other degrees in Management, in the context of the current needs and expectations of the national and international business community, including in the balance between solid training in the economic and financial domain, leadership and teamwork, problem analysis under different perspectives and in different plans, strategic planning, organization of resources and control of results.... [-]