Organizational LeadershipMajor

Make a difference in your community. Learn the skills and knowledge you need to be a leader in the nonprofit, public or private sectors.

Overview

What is Organizational Leadership at WVU like?

Description

Organizational Leadership introduces students to leadership theory and practice, organizational behavior and teams, the ethical dimensions of leadership and decision making, how to lead organizational change and how to handle conflict and negotiation.

College/School:
John Chambers College of Business and Economics
Division:
Department:
Degree Designation:
BSBA
Degree Program:

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Fast Facts

What makes Organizational Leadership at WVU unique?

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Accreditation
Outcomes
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Experience the impact of corporate giving firsthand in the Corporate Social Responsibility course.
Hands-on curriculum focuses on the need for business principles in the nonprofit world and youth leadership development.
You can join the Leadership Development Organization, a student org that teaches leadership techniques for a variety of situations.
Chambers College is fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International — the highest level of business school accreditation in the world.
Internship opportunities in over 25 states and 10 countries.
Reynold's Hall, home of the Chambers College, opened in 2022.
The Chambers College Center for Career Development offers résumé and interview workshops, job shadowing, employment interviews, career fairs, career counseling and special events to prepare you for the global marketplace.
Chambers College awards over 100 merit and need-based scholarships annually, in addition to WVU scholarships.
One of few programs to incorporate both leadership training and a business core.

Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)

Live, study and pursue outside-the-classroom learning in a residence hall community that shares your interests:

Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU. Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

Careers

How does this degree prepare students for a career?

Possible Careers

Wondering what you can do with a degree from WVU's Organizational Leadership major? Check out these ideas from WVU Career Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Bright Outlook
Green Occupation
Requires a Graduate Degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Possible job titles for this career include: Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
$206,680Median Salary

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Fundraisers

Organize activities to raise funds or otherwise solicit and gather monetary donations or other gifts for an organization. May design and produce promotional materials. May also raise awareness of the organization's work, goals, and financial needs.
Possible job titles for this career include: Development Director.
$64,160Median Salary

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General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing or administrative services.
Possible job titles for this career include: General Manager (GM).
$101,280Median Salary

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Social and Community Service Managers

Plan, direct or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors or probation officers.
Possible job titles for this career include: Program Director.
$77,030Median Salary

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This page includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license.

Courses

What are the courses like in Organizational Leadership at WVU?

Cost and Aid

How much does Organizational Leadership at WVU cost? And how can you save?

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates are available on our tuition website. Anyone who is not a current West Virginia resident, including international students, will be charged non-resident rates.

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Scholarships

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Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending WVU in addition to university scholarships.

Ohio Tuition Reciprocity

As the result of a special agreement, students from Ohio who are fully admitted to Organizational Leadership can enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates. Students must be admitted to both the University and this major.

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Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to WVU.

Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

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Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Organizational Leadership at WVU?

To be admitted to WVU's Organizational Leadership major, first-time freshmen must meet WVU's first-time freshman admission requirements. They also must meet one of the following admission requirements. Interested in transferring? Review the transfer admission requirements.

Admission to Business:

Applicants must also meet minimum GPA requirements for admission to the University.

ACT Math: 20
SAT Math: 520
ALEKS: 40

For direct admission to majors in the John Chambers College of Business and Economics:

GPA: 3.00

Related Majors and Minors

What minors could I consider?

Hospitality and Tourism Management
Minor
Marketing
Minor

Related Pathways

What majors share similar career interests with this major at WVU?

Business and Communications
Our world relies on the exchange of information, ideas, goods and services. Majors in this pathway ready you for the rapidly evolving business and media fields.

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Organizational LeadershipMajor

Overview

Description

At a Glance

Next Steps

Fast Facts

Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)

Transfer Articulation Agreements

Careers

Possible Careers

Chief Executives

Fundraisers

General and Operations Managers

Social and Community Service Managers

Courses

Cost and Aid

Tuition and Fees

Scholarships

Net Price Calculator

Ways to Save

Ohio Tuition Reciprocity

Transfer Articulation Agreements

Requirements

Admission to Business:

For direct admission to majors in the John Chambers College of Business and Economics:

Related Majors and Minors

What minors could I consider?

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Marketing

Related Pathways

Next Steps

Apply Now

Request Information

Visit WVU

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