Our Programs

Upcoming Oklahoma City Start Dates:

Business Administration

Monday, February 22, 2010

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Family Studies & Gerontology

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Network Management

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Organizational Leadership

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Monday, June 21, 2010

Upcoming Tulsa Start Dates:

Organizational Leadership

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010

Family Studies & Gerontology

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Monday, September 20, 2010

Master of Science in Management/MBA

Monday, February 22, 2010

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

MBA Health Care

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Counseling

Master of Science in Psychology Counseling

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Organizational Leadership (OL)

Why a BS degree in Organizational Leadership? More than any other time in history, today’s organizations change swiftly and often. Companies need qualified leaders to articulate vision and implement strategies that will distinguish the organization and transform the workplace. The Organizational Leadership program seeks to train true leaders by developing aptitudes and skills necessary to be successful in any organization.

Organizational Leadership focuses on the theory and practical application of universal leadership skills such as professional communication, problem-solving, strategic thinking, team building, business decision-making, and project management. The curriculum is multidisciplinary and prepares individuals to advance in the real world and pursue a professional life by:

Assuming leadership roles in a full range of organizations
Advancing your career in your current place of employment
Changing your place of employment for a more rewarding position
Developing start-up enterprises
Playing a greater role in your community
Entering graduate school for an advanced degree

With a BS in Organizational Leadership graduates are equipped to effectively lead the organization and compete for the future.

The Organizational Leadership (OL) program is a Bachelor of Science degree and is designed for adults who have already earned 60 or more transferable college hours. The required coursework seeks to train true leaders by developing aptitudes and skills necessary to be successful in any organization. The curriculum focuses on the necessary leadership, human relations, and decision-making skills to develop or increase effectiveness in working with people. Classes meet one night a week for 14 months. The OL program is offered in Bethany, Del City and Tulsa.

OL Courses and Sequence:

MODULE 1
SP C 4423

Interpersonal Communication

This course examines interpersonal communication and the factors that influence its effectiveness in both professional and personal relationships.

MODULE 2
PSY 3413

Personal & Professional Development

This course examines adult learning theory and various learning styles. The course provides a model that is used to analyze life experience.

MODULE 3
MGT 3413

Organizational Behavior I; Diagnosis & Planned Change

This course analyzes the formal and informal functions and problems of organizations. The course also examines the strategies to plan, implement, and manage change in an organization.

MODULE 4
BADM 4423

Applied Research & Reporting

This course provides for the study and application of principles, methods and techniques required to conduct applied research. The course also emphasizes the skills needed to report the research in both written and oral presentation.

MODULE 5
BADM 4413

Human Resources Administration

This course presents the policies of recruitment selection, training, development, and compensation of employees. Attention is given to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and the Office of Safety and Health Administration (O.S.H.A.) legislation.

MODULE 6
STAT 3423

Data Analysis Methods

This course provides a survey and application of the basic data analysis methods used in the process of evaluation, including a study of both descriptive and inferential statistical methods.

MODULE 7
REL 3413

Biblical Perspectives in Western Culture

This course provides study of the Bible as a foundation to an understanding of Western culture and history. The course also explores the relevance of the Bible to modern day life.

MODULE 8
SP C 3473

Group & Organizational Communication

This course examines communication in group and organizational settings and its effectiveness in both professional and personal groups and organizations. Emphasis is placed on leadership, decision-making, and conflict management.

MODULE 9
MGT 4414

Organizational Behavior II; Leadership & Management

This course examines various theories of management, leadership styles, and motivation theories as applied to the supervision of people in organizations. The course includes the study of labor negotiations, performance appraisals, and employee productivity and development.

MODULE 10
GS 4423

Personal & Professional: Ethics and Values

This capstone course examines various theories of man and their relevance to personal and social values. The course provides the basis to formulate or clarify a philosophy of life that is consistent with the demands of a responsible lifestyle in the contemporary world.

INDEPENDENT STUDY PROJECT
BADM 4435

Senior Research Project

The project requires the student to analyze an organizational problem, select appropriate research methodology to examine solutions, and evaluate the implementation. The project results are reported in both written and oral presentations.

Contact the Office of Professional Studies

Oklahoma City - (405) 491-6332
Tulsa - (918) 664-4100