Appalachian State University
Organizational Leadership and Learning (BS)
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Lead in the workplace.
Take your career to the next level with App State’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Organizational Leadership and Learning.
This flexible, transfer-friendly program accepts a variety of previous coursework, including Associate of Applied Science degrees. The program is designed to work with all industries and capitalize on your goals and content experience and provide the necessary leadership and career skills needed to lead, educate and improve within your profession.
Immerse yourself in crucial organizational topics such as corporate training, business management development, information technology, finance, organizational development, consultation and total quality management.
Graduates will have the requisite skills to set strategic goals for their organization and motivate employees to successfully carry out assignments in service to those goals.
This degree is also offered fully online. Learn more
A ‘Best College’ for 2025
The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and Southeast for 2025.
Top 3 in innovation, undergraduate teaching
U.S. News & World Report has recognized App State as a top three school for innovation and the high quality of its undergraduate instruction for eight consecutive years.
A ‘Best College’ for value
App State’s quality, affordability and student outcomes place it among the nation’s 2024 best schools for value, according to Money.com.
Innovative Academics
Courses
Transferring Credits
Learn about App State’s credit transfer process, and use our Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how your courses may transfer to App State.
General Education
With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.
Accelerated Master’s
You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.
Careers and Mountaineers
Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.
Careers
- Entrepreneur
- Career Facilitator/Manager/Specialist
- Workforce Specialist (working for the state workforce organizations or private organizations)
- Former Offender Specialist
- Agricultural Employment Specialist
- Apprenticeship Specialist
- Career Counselor or Career Advisor
- Corporate Curriculum Specialist
- Product Trainer/Education Specialist
- Business Services Representative
- Workforce Education Director
- Workforce Education Cooperative Education
- Workforce Education Teacher in Middle and High Schools
- Teacher in Career and Technical Education Centers
- Government Training Programs
- Business Training Programs
- Industry Training Programs
- Adult and Continuing Education Programs
- Professional Development Consultant
- Organizational Development Specialist/Consultant
- Instructional Coordinator
- Community College Instructor
- Military Development
Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Career information resource
App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.
More to Explore at App State
Fund Your Education
Numerous scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to help fund your App State education. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
International Experience
Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more.
Real-world Internships
Gain firsthand experience while earning your degree. Learn more
Find Your Community
Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations. Learn more
Honors College
Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more
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