Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership
interested in the distance learning program should contact the M.A. in Organizational Leadership office for more information at (562) 906-4571.
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Admission Requirements
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a grade point average (GPA) equivalent to a “B”, or higher in all undergraduate study. • A portfolio including a professional resume, and a statement of vocational goals and objectives. A personal interview and documentation of oral and written communication proficiency may be requested.
Faculty
Dan Prince
Director
Jeff Decker, Ph.D.
Chair
Decker, R. Johnson, Rae
Professors
• A minimum of 3-5 years managerial/supervisory experience.
• One pastoral, one colleague, and one employer reference.
Mission & Learning Outcomes
• Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) may be requested at the point of admission.
The mission of the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership is to equip Christian men and women to lead and transform 21st century organizations. Principles and practices emphasized in this program enhance personal knowledge, character, and skills for business, non-profit and ministry leadership. Students prepare to deal with the growing complexity and challenges that leaders face daily as they guide people toward shared goals. The program is designed for professional men and women with undergraduate degrees and leadership experience who are searching for a professional degree program with strong biblical integration and solid marketplace value. The degree is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes research and practice derived from the fields of management, psychology, sociology, and education. Students are encouraged to grow in three fundamental areas:
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Transcripts must be official, that is, mailed directly from your previous colleges and/or universities in a sealed envelope to the Biola Office of Graduate Admissions.
Official documents for admission or evaluation become part of the student’s academic file and normally cannot be returned or copied for distribution.
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Graduation Requirements
The Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership is a 36-unit program, which includes the following:
A. Completing the Required Program of Study. Core Courses in Organizational Leadership (16 units): Each course below should be taken for a total of two units excepting CSOL 650 and CSOL 651 which should be taken for one unit each. CSOL 510 Practical Leadership Theory Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 530 Character & Leadership Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 550 Leadership Challenge Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 610 Leadership & Group Behavior Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 620 Communication for Leaders Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 630 Leadership & Organizational Development Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 650 Inner Leader I Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 651 Inner Leader II Units: 1 - 2 CSOL 660 Ethical Decision Making Units: 1 - 2
• Conceptual understanding of leadership.
• Awareness of personal character and leadership potential.
• Growth in effective leadership skills.
Up to 12 units of graduate level courses may be considered for transfer.
Distance Learning Format
Many of the courses in this program are available in a distance learning format that combines distance learning with short-term campus visits. The distance learning program is designed to suit the M.A. in Organizational Leadership students who cannot attend the traditional residential program due to geographic or schedule constraints. This program may not qualify for financial aid or deferring of educational loan payments. Applicants
Research Project (4 units): Each course below should be taken for a total of two units. CSOL 696 Research Design
Units: 1 - 2
Research Presentation
Units: 1 - 2
CSOL 697
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