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Practical Leadership

The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts: Practical Leadership is to produce graduates who are informed by a Christian vision of transforming leadership, skilled in the essential disciplines of effective leadership, knowledgeable of how organizations function, and prepared to effect positive change both within and through those organizations. The curriculum focuses on leadership theory and practice, ethics, and communication. Throughout the program students will assess and develop their own leadership abilities within the context of their profession and the wider global community.

Program Objectives

Students who complete this program should be able to:

  • Integrate Christian principles in critical thinking and decision making.
  • Compare and contrast leadership theories and models to the practice of leadership.
  • Negotiate and resolve conflicts.
  • Assess individual capacity, team behavior, and organization culture.
  • Apply leadership theory and techniques to facilitate change within an organization.
  • Foster leadership qualities within and in others.

Ohio Christian University understands and supports your commitments to your family and career. Our Bachelor program in Practical Leadership has been designed specifically for working adults. You take one class at a time, and the textbooks are mailed directly to your house. Achieve your potential and fulfill your dreams! What you know now has gotten you this far. Learn more and go further by attending OCU.

Degree Type: 
Bachelor of Arts
Credit Hours Required: 
48 semester credit hours
Admission Requirements: 
Students must have a US High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 50 semester credit hours from an accredited institution of higher learning. Students with fewer than 50 semester hours may apply to an Associate of Arts program to complete this requirement.
This program is only available online.