Management & Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Introduction
Build strong organizations. Lead effective teams. Empower employees.
Strategic talent management is crucial for all organizations.
The Management and Organizational Leadership major at John Carroll University combines theory and practical application to develop you into a confident professional with the competencies employers need to drive business results and make a difference in the workplace and world.
You’ll be prepared to pursue professional roles that are in-demand and growing faster than the average occupations, such as general, operations, and HR managers, compensation, benefits, and job analysts, training and development specialists, and first-line supervisors in entertainment, recreation, food, and personal services.
Gain Hands-On Experience
Spend a semester or summer interning with a business or nonprofit, here in the Cleveland area and beyond. Solve real-world business challenges through consulting projects and competitions.
Build Industry-Standard Competencies
Earn your degree in a program that’s designed to align with industry best practices by developing competencies outlined by the Society for Human Resources Management, including but not limited to leadership, project navigation, ethical practice, and change management.
Academics
Program Overview
Management, leadership, and talent development skills span industries—so our program is flexible by design. Customize your coursework to align with your professional goals by choosing one of five distinct pathways:
- Human resources and analytics
- Sales and consulting
- Global management
- Marketing (double major)
- Supply chain management (double major)
You’ll supplement your classroom learning with a variety of experiential opportunities, including internships, projects, service, and competitions.
Related Programs
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Pathways
Your Path Forward Starts Here
Plan your future from day one. Finish faster with accelerated degrees or secure your spot with early assurance partnerships.
4years
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Develop your management and leadership skills at John Carroll University, preparing for in-demand roles across industries with hands-on experiences and personalized support.
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Your MBA, Accelerated
Future in Focus
Nine graduate credits count toward both degrees—building executive-level skills while completing your bachelor's. You pay your undergraduate tuition rate with financial aid applied. An MBA for the cost of a few extra courses.
Onward
JCU's Distinct Promise
Pathways are just the beginning.
Onward makes them happen.
From your first semester forward, Onward connects your goals with the people, experiences, and support that help you build momentum with purpose.
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
Our graduates find success in roles such as human resource business partner, manager, specialist, recruiter, corporate trainer, and people analyst. They also work in sales or operations in various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and technology.
