Online BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning

Finish Your Degree and Advance Your Career

Advance in Your Industry With Skills That Matter

From Fortune 500 corporations to mom-and-pop shops on the corner, no organization functions without leadership.

The App State Online BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning program helps you develop in-demand leadership skills to advance your career.

No matter your industry, you’ll graduate with dynamic, durable, marketable skills that today’s employers are looking for. Throughout your eight-week courses, you’ll engage with dedicated faculty to refine and expand your unique skill set.

To best serve our degree-completing students, this program requires at least 24 semester credit hours of transfer credit with a minimum GPA of 2.25.

Are you ready to complete your bachelor’s degree and get lasting skills for a successful career? It’s time to join us at App State Online.

What You’ll Learn

The App State Online BS in Organizational Leadership and Learning is a project-based program designed to meet the needs of each student. All students will engage with universal concepts that apply to every career path, such as:

Business, leadership and management foundations
Effective communication and teamwork
Career management
Project management
Professional learning and development
Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving
Data analysis, digital literacy, and the use of technology in leadership

Lead Where You Want to Be

The Organizational Leadership and Learning program empowers you with the skills to lead the way in what matters most to you — both in your career and your life. You’ll gain applicable knowledge to use in your current role and create a roadmap for advancement that can help take your existing role to the next level or open new career opportunities. You’ll develop enhanced skills in critical areas such as:

Business acumen
Professional development
Communication and leadership
Data and digital literacy
Project management

Hear What Students Have to Say

“As a first-generation college graduate passionate about serving others, this program has given me valuable knowledge and experience. … I can’t wait to begin applying all I have learned at my workplace and throughout my career.”

“Wow! This program has provided me with a solid leadership foundation, building the confidence I need to be successful with my future adventures. I am aspiring to continue my career growth into management and leadership.”

“This journey culminated in a recent promotion to the role of senior asset recovery coordinator, a testament to the program’s efficacy in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth.”

Tuition & Aid

$375 tuition* + tech and textbook fees
*$450 for out-of-state students

120 credits

Financial aid and scholarships available

App State Online is proud to provide top-quality leadership and learning education at an accessible price. U.S. News & World Report ranks Appalachian State University as

No. 1 Most Innovative Schools (South)
In the top two for overall public university in Top Public Schools (South)
Top 25% nationwide for Online Undergraduate Programs

This ensures a sound return on your investment, as we’re nationally recognized for valuable education.

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Flexible

Multiple eight-week term starts are available with flexible scheduling allowing you to work at the time and pace that makes sense for you.

Meaningful Mentorship

Program faculty truly care about student success both academically and professionally, offering guidance at every step of the journey.

Transfer Friendly

Decades-old course credits, ACE recommended credits, up to 25 hrs of international credits accepted — this is what transfer-friendly means at App State.

Applicable Skills

Coursework is built around current workforce demands, ensuring that you get relevant skills that lead to employability.

Demonstrable Learning

Graduate with a real-world portfolio that combines your existing work experience with hands-on projects from our 21-hour career content core, equipping you with practical skills and a competitive edge for career advancement.

Support When You Need It

You’ll have direct access to faculty and services such as academic support and coaching, tutoring, 24/7 information technology (IT) support and financial literacy guidance.

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Online Learning Made Personal

Online learning at App State is all about connection — connecting with your peers, faculty and career aspirations. You’ll be welcomed into a dynamic community that truly cares about your success.

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What You Need for Admission

The minimum requirements for admission are as follows:

24 or more hours of transferable credit.
Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25 across all coursework.
Applicants must have earned a C (2.0) or better in coursework for it to be considered transferable. Other requirements may apply.

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About Online Programs at App State

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. App State Online degree programs allow you to connect to a top-tier campus, from wherever you are. Get a high-quality education that adapts to — and enriches — your lifestyle. With flexible, interactive bachelor’s and graduate programs accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and taught by the same faculty who teach on campus, App State Online programs allow you to create your own success and transform your life.

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