Navigate workplace challenges and elevate your business performance with Graceland’s online Organizational Leadership degree.
An online Bachelor of Arts in Organization Leadership from Graceland is designed for the enterprising student who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure holistic success. Students with an Organizational Leadership degree will address workplace leadership challenges, job satisfaction, worker productivity, and how to improve a business’s bottom line.
There are many types of leaders in the workplace, but those with organizational leadership skills are equipped with the tools needed to run a company or one of its divisions. This type of leadership is much larger in scale and scope than many other types of leadership. Organizational leadership is important for workforces because those who possess these skills motivate team members, promote problem-solving, foster open communication, and prioritize goal-setting.
Lead with purpose through leadership in business equipped with Graceland's online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership.
Graceland is a proud member of the ACBSP.
In addition to the essential education requirements, majors in Organizational Leadership must complete a concentration of 36 s.h. in Organizational Leadership, Accounting, and Business:
Courses Required for General Education
Recommended in addition to required courses for Organizational Leadership:
Internship in Organizational Leadership
Other Recommendations:
Leadership Academy Certificate
An introduction to the study of accounting dealing with the preparation and analysis of the balance sheet, income statement, and related accounting records. Prerequisites: One MATH course.
The selection and analysis of accounting information for internal use by management. Prerequisite: ACCT2310.
Introduction to Business is designed to expose students to the many functions of modern business including topics such as management, finance accounting, marketing, production, computers, international business, small business, investments and other areas of general business interest.
Human aspects of business organization, as distinguished from economic and technical aspects, and how they influence efficiency, morale, and management practice. Offered Fall even years. +This course is only offered every other year.
A comprehensive review of essential personnel management concepts, laws, controversies, and techniques for success currently being used in business. Offered for online Organizational Leadership major only. +This course is only offered every other year.
An analysis of the problem of business and the functions of management in the determination of business policy in the various functional areas of the enterprise. Prerequisites: BUAD3320, BUAD3330, BUAD3380, and MATH1360.
An examination of concepts that have application to communication across cultural boundaries, with emphasis on relating them to effective intercultural communication skGE3C Liberal Learning-Humanities. ELO4 Global Learning - World Citizenship, ELO4 Global Learning - Equality and Peace, GE3C Liberal Learning-Humanities. +This course is only offered every other year.
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
Analysis of the fundamental principles of the American economic system, centering on price, production, market structures, and a survey of contemporary economic problems, e.g. sustainability. ELO5 Social Science - Sustainability
Solutions of polynomial, rational and radical equations, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, series, functions, exponentials.. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
A critical thinking approach to data analysis, measures of central tendency, dispersion, correlation, probability, estimation and hypothesis testing. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Promotes leadership development through the study of leadership theory and concepts and encourages the practical application of leadership at all levels. Includes historical approaches to leadership and focuses on important contemporary leadership perspectives such as Situational Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Servant Leadership and Principle-Centered Leadership. Through an examination of leadership theory, individual research, self-assessments and reflection as well as case studies, students will create a personal leadership assessment and development plan.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
An introduction to the study of accounting dealing with the preparation and analysis of the balance sheet, income statement, and related accounting records. Prerequisites: One MATH course.
The selection and analysis of accounting information for internal use by management. Prerequisite: ACCT2310.
Introduction to Business is designed to expose students to the many functions of modern business including topics such as management, finance accounting, marketing, production, computers, international business, small business, investments and other areas of general business interest.
Human aspects of business organization, as distinguished from economic and technical aspects, and how they influence efficiency, morale, and management practice. Offered Fall even years. +This course is only offered every other year.
A comprehensive review of essential personnel management concepts, laws, controversies, and techniques for success currently being used in business. Offered for online Organizational Leadership major only. +This course is only offered every other year.
An analysis of the problem of business and the functions of management in the determination of business policy in the various functional areas of the enterprise. Prerequisites: BUAD3320, BUAD3330, BUAD3380, and MATH1360.
An examination of concepts that have application to communication across cultural boundaries, with emphasis on relating them to effective intercultural communication skGE3C Liberal Learning-Humanities. ELO4 Global Learning - World Citizenship, ELO4 Global Learning - Equality and Peace, GE3C Liberal Learning-Humanities. +This course is only offered every other year.
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
Analysis of the fundamental principles of the American economic system, centering on price, production, market structures, and a survey of contemporary economic problems, e.g. sustainability. ELO5 Social Science - Sustainability
Solutions of polynomial, rational and radical equations, systems of equations, matrices, sequences, series, functions, exponentials.. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
A critical thinking approach to data analysis, measures of central tendency, dispersion, correlation, probability, estimation and hypothesis testing. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Promotes leadership development through the study of leadership theory and concepts and encourages the practical application of leadership at all levels. Includes historical approaches to leadership and focuses on important contemporary leadership perspectives such as Situational Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Servant Leadership and Principle-Centered Leadership. Through an examination of leadership theory, individual research, self-assessments and reflection as well as case studies, students will create a personal leadership assessment and development plan.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
Students wishing to earn the Organizational Leadership certificate must complete the following 9 credit hours with Graceland University.
This course will expose students to the field of forensic science primarily using chemical forensics and testing. Topics include evidence collection and preservation, drugs and drug chemistry, heat and explosions, poisons and others. The course will cover basic chemical concepts needed to plan, execute, and interpret forensic results. All necessary scientific concepts will be developed in the context of forensic science. Additional fee required. ELO6 Science - World Citizenship, ELO6 Science - Innovation, GE3D Liberal Learning-Natural Sciences
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
A survey of the structure and process of the criminal justice system, including the study of law enforcement, criminal courts, and correctional agencies. ELO5 Social Science - Peace, ELO5 Social Science - Equality and Peace
Explores the differing, yet varied facets of the field of forensic psychology including landmark legal cases relevant to psychology, potential careers in forensic psychology, police psychology, expert testimony, forensic psychological assessment, psychopathy, homeland security, ethics, correctional psychology, and issues in working in the juvenile justice system.
A survey of the concept of terrorism, from the French Revolution to present day. Students will critically interrogate the varied meanings of the term, the use of the term to delegitimize opponents, and the problematic nature of the concept of terrorism.
This course focuses on the challenges present in policing multicultural settings. Issues pertaining to understanding diverse cultures and effective communication across cultures from the standpoint of law enforcement are explored in detail. Recommended prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
An overview of Constitutional law that impacts the American justice system from arrest through trial, punishment to release. Key legal cases and precedents for policing, prosecution, sentencing, and corrections will be covered in depth. Prerequisite: CRMJ2400.
This course is a comprehensive approach to the examination and treatment of physical evidence as it relates to the criminal justice system. Students will be involved in an interactive learning experience tied to the securing and preserving of crime scenes and maintaining the integrity of trace evidence for future court proceedings. Prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
A theoretical and conceptual framework of how domestic and international terrorism arises and functions. Topics discussed will include theories of the world's best terrorist analysts, the historical background on the phenomenon of terrorism, the roots of contemporary conflicts, current conflicts shaping the world stage, emerging groups, and US Homeland Security organizations—including controversies surrounding human rights and protecting civil liberties.
Study of the history and design of community-based correctional programs, including probation and parole. The nature and variety of community corrections programs are examined and analyzed. +This course is only offered every other year.
This course provides students with an understanding of United States drug policy, its evolution and current status, and alternatives from throughout the world. Updated with the latest data and research, this course also presents expanded material on cannabis, hallucinogens, the illegal drug business, and global drug policy. This course will explore addiction from a psychological and physiological lens and introduce diversion strategies and restorative justice concepts.
Survey of the history, scope, and nature of criminal law in the United States. Includes study of the legal process and rules of evidence.
Includes an examination of the nature, extent, and patterns of juvenile delinquency, evaluation of theories and causal explanations of delinquency and investigation of delinquent subcultures, as well as an examination of legal processing and treatment programs for young offenders. PREREQUISITE: SOCI1300 Introduction to Sociology. +This course is only offered every other year.
An intensive internship program in appropriate agencies or departments directly related to criminal justice, law enforcement, or corrections. Placements will be supervised by department faculty and developed in conjunction with the interests of the student. (Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.) Prerequisites: CRMJ2400, minimum 3 s.h. upper division Criminal Justice course, major in Criminal Justice, junior/senior status, a minimum GPA of 2.75 or better in the major, and instructor's consent.
A survey of the concept of terrorism, from the French Revolution to present day. Students will critically interrogate the varied meanings of the term, the use of the term to delegitimize opponents, and the problematic nature of the concept of terrorism.
Data analysis and measures of central tendency, dispersion, and correlation. Introduction to probability. Estimation and hypothesis testing. Bivariate regression. ANOVA. Introduction to nonparametric techniques. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
Survey of the history, scope, and nature of criminal law in the United States. Includes study of the legal process and rules of evidence.
An introductory survey of psychological methods and thoughts as they relate to human experience and behavior. Topics include the role of the central nervous system in mediating behavior, learning and memory, states of awareness, motivation and emotion, personality, psychological disorders, and therapy. ELO5 Social Science – Innovation, GE3E Liberal Learning-Social Sciences.
Explores the differing, yet varied facets of the field of forensic psychology including landmark legal cases relevant to psychology, potential careers in forensic psychology, police psychology, expert testimony, forensic psychological assessment, psychopathy, homeland security, ethics, correctional psychology, and issues in working in the juvenile justice system.
The study of human development over the entire lifespan. Focus is on the interaction of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional aspects of development. ELO5 Social Science - Equality, ELO5 Social Science - Equality and Peace, GE3E Liberal Learning-Social Sciences
The study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. Attention given to research and application to social perception, interaction, and influence. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 or SOCI1300.
Examination of the biological substrates of behavior. Topics include synaptic transmission and patterns of neural activity, sleep and arousal, learning and memory, motivation, emotion, neurological diseases, traumatic brain injuries. Prerequisites: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology. This course is offered every other year.
A study of personality from dispositional, psychodynamic, humanistic, and behavioral perspectives and of the application of personality perspectives to current issues. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology.
Study of psychological theories and empirical findings relating to variations in cultures. Prerequisite: PSYC1300. ELO4 Global Learning - World Citizenship, ELO4 Global Learning - Equality and Peace.
A study of the disorders outlined in the current diagnostic statistical manual. Emphasis will be on etiology, symptoms, and methods of treatment. Prerequisite: PSYC1300.
Research and theory in areas of cognitive psychology, including attention; memory acquisition, storage, and retrieval; language comprehension; and problem solving. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology. This course is only offered every other year.
A survey of the principles and practices of social research, including research ethics, experimental design, surveys, in-depth interviews, content analysis, participant observation, and field studies. Students also learn to write in scientific journal style. Prerequisite: 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Development and implementation of an original research project. Prerequisite: PSYC3510 and 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Placement with external agency for application of knowledge, theory, and skills from the major in a professional setting. Pre-requisites: Psychology major, senior standing, 2.0 cumulative GPA, 3.0 GPA in the major, consent of supervising faculty. Students should enroll in 1 credit for every 50 hours that will be volunteered in the sponsor organization (with a maximum of 4 credits). Completion of the Senior Internship application with approval from agency sponsor and supervising faculty.
A course designed to explore characteristics of counselors, characteristics of clients, basic counseling techniques, and current theories of counseling. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 6 additional hours of psychology.
This course focuses on the challenges present in policing multicultural settings. Issues pertaining to understanding diverse cultures and effective communication across cultures from the standpoint of law enforcement are explored in detail. Recommended prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
The study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. Attention given to research and application to social perception, interaction, and influence. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 or SOCI1300.
Study of the history and design of community-based correctional programs, including probation and parole. The nature and variety of community corrections programs are examined and analyzed. +This course is only offered every other year.
This course provides students with an understanding of United States drug policy, its evolution and current status, and alternatives from throughout the world. Updated with the latest data and research, this course also presents expanded material on cannabis, hallucinogens, the illegal drug business, and global drug policy. This course will explore addiction from a psychological and physiological lens and introduce diversion strategies and restorative justice concepts.
A survey of the principles and practices of social research, including research ethics, experimental design, surveys, in-depth interviews, content analysis, participant observation, and field studies. Students also learn to write in scientific journal style. Prerequisite: 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Includes an examination of the nature, extent, and patterns of juvenile delinquency, evaluation of theories and causal explanations of delinquency and investigation of delinquent subcultures, as well as an examination of legal processing and treatment programs for young offenders. PREREQUISITE: SOCI1300 Introduction to Sociology. +This course is only offered every other year.
This course will expose students to the field of forensic science primarily using chemical forensics and testing. Topics include evidence collection and preservation, drugs and drug chemistry, heat and explosions, poisons and others. The course will cover basic chemical concepts needed to plan, execute, and interpret forensic results. All necessary scientific concepts will be developed in the context of forensic science. Additional fee required. ELO6 Science - World Citizenship, ELO6 Science - Innovation, GE3D Liberal Learning-Natural Sciences
An examination of conflict theories and approaches, negotiation process, conflict ethics, and third party mediation. In this class, students will become familiar with the causes of conflict as well as ways strategies and tactics used in conflict management. Further, this class will explore the foundational theoretical concepts and models of dialogue in the context of conflict management. +This course is only offered every other year.
A survey of the structure and process of the criminal justice system, including the study of law enforcement, criminal courts, and correctional agencies. ELO5 Social Science - Peace, ELO5 Social Science - Equality and Peace
Explores the differing, yet varied facets of the field of forensic psychology including landmark legal cases relevant to psychology, potential careers in forensic psychology, police psychology, expert testimony, forensic psychological assessment, psychopathy, homeland security, ethics, correctional psychology, and issues in working in the juvenile justice system.
A survey of the concept of terrorism, from the French Revolution to present day. Students will critically interrogate the varied meanings of the term, the use of the term to delegitimize opponents, and the problematic nature of the concept of terrorism.
This course focuses on the challenges present in policing multicultural settings. Issues pertaining to understanding diverse cultures and effective communication across cultures from the standpoint of law enforcement are explored in detail. Recommended prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
An overview of Constitutional law that impacts the American justice system from arrest through trial, punishment to release. Key legal cases and precedents for policing, prosecution, sentencing, and corrections will be covered in depth. Prerequisite: CRMJ2400.
This course is a comprehensive approach to the examination and treatment of physical evidence as it relates to the criminal justice system. Students will be involved in an interactive learning experience tied to the securing and preserving of crime scenes and maintaining the integrity of trace evidence for future court proceedings. Prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
A theoretical and conceptual framework of how domestic and international terrorism arises and functions. Topics discussed will include theories of the world's best terrorist analysts, the historical background on the phenomenon of terrorism, the roots of contemporary conflicts, current conflicts shaping the world stage, emerging groups, and US Homeland Security organizations—including controversies surrounding human rights and protecting civil liberties.
Study of the history and design of community-based correctional programs, including probation and parole. The nature and variety of community corrections programs are examined and analyzed. +This course is only offered every other year.
This course provides students with an understanding of United States drug policy, its evolution and current status, and alternatives from throughout the world. Updated with the latest data and research, this course also presents expanded material on cannabis, hallucinogens, the illegal drug business, and global drug policy. This course will explore addiction from a psychological and physiological lens and introduce diversion strategies and restorative justice concepts.
Survey of the history, scope, and nature of criminal law in the United States. Includes study of the legal process and rules of evidence.
Includes an examination of the nature, extent, and patterns of juvenile delinquency, evaluation of theories and causal explanations of delinquency and investigation of delinquent subcultures, as well as an examination of legal processing and treatment programs for young offenders. PREREQUISITE: SOCI1300 Introduction to Sociology. +This course is only offered every other year.
An intensive internship program in appropriate agencies or departments directly related to criminal justice, law enforcement, or corrections. Placements will be supervised by department faculty and developed in conjunction with the interests of the student. (Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.) Prerequisites: CRMJ2400, minimum 3 s.h. upper division Criminal Justice course, major in Criminal Justice, junior/senior status, a minimum GPA of 2.75 or better in the major, and instructor's consent.
A survey of the concept of terrorism, from the French Revolution to present day. Students will critically interrogate the varied meanings of the term, the use of the term to delegitimize opponents, and the problematic nature of the concept of terrorism.
Data analysis and measures of central tendency, dispersion, and correlation. Introduction to probability. Estimation and hypothesis testing. Bivariate regression. ANOVA. Introduction to nonparametric techniques. ELO6 Math, GE2B Foundational Skills-Mathematics/Quantitative.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
Survey of the history, scope, and nature of criminal law in the United States. Includes study of the legal process and rules of evidence.
An introductory survey of psychological methods and thoughts as they relate to human experience and behavior. Topics include the role of the central nervous system in mediating behavior, learning and memory, states of awareness, motivation and emotion, personality, psychological disorders, and therapy. ELO5 Social Science – Innovation, GE3E Liberal Learning-Social Sciences.
Explores the differing, yet varied facets of the field of forensic psychology including landmark legal cases relevant to psychology, potential careers in forensic psychology, police psychology, expert testimony, forensic psychological assessment, psychopathy, homeland security, ethics, correctional psychology, and issues in working in the juvenile justice system.
The study of human development over the entire lifespan. Focus is on the interaction of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional aspects of development. ELO5 Social Science - Equality, ELO5 Social Science - Equality and Peace, GE3E Liberal Learning-Social Sciences
The study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. Attention given to research and application to social perception, interaction, and influence. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 or SOCI1300.
Examination of the biological substrates of behavior. Topics include synaptic transmission and patterns of neural activity, sleep and arousal, learning and memory, motivation, emotion, neurological diseases, traumatic brain injuries. Prerequisites: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology. This course is offered every other year.
A study of personality from dispositional, psychodynamic, humanistic, and behavioral perspectives and of the application of personality perspectives to current issues. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology.
Study of psychological theories and empirical findings relating to variations in cultures. Prerequisite: PSYC1300. ELO4 Global Learning - World Citizenship, ELO4 Global Learning - Equality and Peace.
A study of the disorders outlined in the current diagnostic statistical manual. Emphasis will be on etiology, symptoms, and methods of treatment. Prerequisite: PSYC1300.
Research and theory in areas of cognitive psychology, including attention; memory acquisition, storage, and retrieval; language comprehension; and problem solving. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 3 additional hours of psychology. This course is only offered every other year.
A survey of the principles and practices of social research, including research ethics, experimental design, surveys, in-depth interviews, content analysis, participant observation, and field studies. Students also learn to write in scientific journal style. Prerequisite: 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Development and implementation of an original research project. Prerequisite: PSYC3510 and 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Placement with external agency for application of knowledge, theory, and skills from the major in a professional setting. Pre-requisites: Psychology major, senior standing, 2.0 cumulative GPA, 3.0 GPA in the major, consent of supervising faculty. Students should enroll in 1 credit for every 50 hours that will be volunteered in the sponsor organization (with a maximum of 4 credits). Completion of the Senior Internship application with approval from agency sponsor and supervising faculty.
A course designed to explore characteristics of counselors, characteristics of clients, basic counseling techniques, and current theories of counseling. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 and 6 additional hours of psychology.
This course focuses on the challenges present in policing multicultural settings. Issues pertaining to understanding diverse cultures and effective communication across cultures from the standpoint of law enforcement are explored in detail. Recommended prerequisite: CRMJ1200.
The study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. Attention given to research and application to social perception, interaction, and influence. Prerequisite: PSYC1300 or SOCI1300.
Study of the history and design of community-based correctional programs, including probation and parole. The nature and variety of community corrections programs are examined and analyzed. +This course is only offered every other year.
This course provides students with an understanding of United States drug policy, its evolution and current status, and alternatives from throughout the world. Updated with the latest data and research, this course also presents expanded material on cannabis, hallucinogens, the illegal drug business, and global drug policy. This course will explore addiction from a psychological and physiological lens and introduce diversion strategies and restorative justice concepts.
A survey of the principles and practices of social research, including research ethics, experimental design, surveys, in-depth interviews, content analysis, participant observation, and field studies. Students also learn to write in scientific journal style. Prerequisite: 6 additional hours of psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
Includes an examination of the nature, extent, and patterns of juvenile delinquency, evaluation of theories and causal explanations of delinquency and investigation of delinquent subcultures, as well as an examination of legal processing and treatment programs for young offenders. PREREQUISITE: SOCI1300 Introduction to Sociology. +This course is only offered every other year.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Promotes leadership development through the study of leadership theory and concepts and encourages the practical application of leadership at all levels. Includes historical approaches to leadership and focuses on important contemporary leadership perspectives such as Situational Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Servant Leadership and Principle-Centered Leadership. Through an examination of leadership theory, individual research, self-assessments and reflection as well as case studies, students will create a personal leadership assessment and development plan.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
Emphasis on being a change agent in the organization; diagnosis, solution, and monitoring of system-wide change issues; developing the workforce by building effective teams and monitoring career development. Anticipation of change, overcoming resistance; intervention and negotiation strategies, and effective communication. Includes a focus on development as a systematic, continuing process designed to improve an organization and its employees’ ability to deal with change.
Promotes leadership development through the study of leadership theory and concepts and encourages the practical application of leadership at all levels. Includes historical approaches to leadership and focuses on important contemporary leadership perspectives such as Situational Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Servant Leadership and Principle-Centered Leadership. Through an examination of leadership theory, individual research, self-assessments and reflection as well as case studies, students will create a personal leadership assessment and development plan.
Emphasis on dealing with leadership issues and challenges in a global context, taking into account factors such as social mores, norms, folkways, traditions, legal systems, religions, customs, business and cultural contexts, and government influence. Dealing with ethical issues in an organization considering the social, traditional, and legal aspects. Understanding and avoiding pressures of ethnocentrism, situational ethics, and other leadership challenges in a poly-cultural and multinational work environment. A work/study project, done in a work environment, or a significant research paper on a timely organizational leadership topic will be required. Goal 3E.
Are you interested in taking your learning online and would like to combine the benefits of the Business Administration program focusing on business basics with the Organizational Leadership program focusing on leadership? We have the perfect program for you!
All classes are eight weeks long, which allows most students to complete their degree in less than two years and be ready to move into a brighter future. The program starts six times a year.
Employed in Field
100%
Organizational Leadership graduates
Estimated Salary
$69,300
Organizational Leadership graduates
An education from Graceland is one of the greatest investments you can make but we understand that cost is often a concern. See our online undergraduate tuition costs and other program fees.
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition - Online (courses for major, electives and general education) | $405.00 per semester hour |
| Late Registration Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Program Support Fee (online courses) | $18 per course |
| Program Re-sequencing Fee (nonrefundable) | $100 per occurrence |
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