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Organizational Leadership, AA

Build your leadership training through a program created for active-duty enlisted personnel. Whether you intend to be a military leader or are preparing for your transition to civilian life, make the most of your associate degree coursework in this partnership program with the U.S. Naval Community College.

A professional collaborates with a colleague at a conference table, developing leadership skills in ASU's Organizational Leadership, AA program.

Quick facts

Courses

60 credit hours
Math intensity: General program math intensity general
First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
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Additional facts

STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Degree description

Organizational Leadership, AA degree description

The Associate of Arts program in organization leadership provides leadership training to active duty Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard enlisted personnel. This program uses transdisciplinary methods to prepare you to build a leadership foundation. You gain skills that are applicable to any work environment, regardless of assigned role, in a variety of organizations and sectors: private, nonprofit, government and military. You develop the skills leaders need to solve problems, communicate effectively, assess programs, manage resources and evaluate emerging technologies.

If you complete the program, you can continue in an established transfer path to the Bachelor of Arts program in organizational leadership and other ASU degree programs. The flexible AA program allows you to complete general education coursework and concentrated coursework in a second disciplinary field to prepare for leadership in a specific industry or sector.

Why study organizational leadership at ASU?

You can tap into student resources and advising available through the ASU and U.S. Naval Community College partnership as you move through the program.

Courses

Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.

Sample courses
OGL 200 Introduction to Organizational Leadership
OGL 220 Behavioral Dynamics in Organizations
OGL 260 Resource Allocation in Organizations
OGL 300 Theory and Practice of Leadership
OGL 345 Organizational Ethics
OGL 355 Leading Organizational Innovation and Change

Course checksheet and curriculum archive

The curriculum checksheet displays this program's required courses and other requirements you must complete for graduation.

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What you'll learn

The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.

  • Examine core organizational leadership concepts.
  • Analyze ethical principles in leadership.
  • Apply principles of team dynamics.

Admission requirements

Here are the admission and application details

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

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Students must be accepted to the U.S. Naval Community College to be admitted to this program.

Students must be accepted to the U.S. Naval Community College to be admitted to this program.

Students should visit the Change of Major form (opens in new window) for information about how to change a major to this program.


Explore expanded study opportunities

When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Paying for college

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.

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Build the career and future you want

Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:

Career opportunities showing job titles, projected growth rates, median salaries, and links to detailed information
Career Growth Median Salary More Information
Employee Training Manager 6.4% $133,000
Office Manager 5.2% $114,130
Sales Manager 4.5% $148,270

Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.

Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).


More about careers

Careers this organizational leadership degree prepares you for

Graduates are well positioned to pursue a variety of careers, such as:

  • account manager
  • deputy sheriff trainee
  • executive assistant
  • facilities manager
  • knowledge manager
  • organization development consultant
  • sales executive
  • sales manager
  • service manager
  • supervisor

Contact information

Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.

School of Applied Professional Studies | EDB 308
CISA@asu.edu
480-965-4464

Frequently asked questions about degree programs

Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.

Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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