Organizational Leadership (Veterans, Society and Service) ,BA
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Hone your leadership skills and improve the lives of veterans and their families. The private and public sectors need leaders with relational, cultural and institutional perspectives to better serve this community, while bridging the civilian--military gap. Become an empowered leader with transformative skills and help create a better future.
The Bachelor of Arts program in organizational leadership with a concentration in veterans, society and service is designed for those who aspire to make a profound impact on organizations and the veteran community. This program combines a robust leadership curriculum with specialized training to equip students with the expertise needed to lead diverse teams and drive innovation. Students master key competencies such as problem-solving, effective communication, resource management and the strategic use of emerging technologies.
Beyond traditional leadership skills, this program emphasizes the distinct needs of veterans and military personnel. Students gain hands-on experience in engaging with these communities through sensitive counseling, facilitating impactful group discussions and providing tailored support. By blending theory with practical skills, the curriculum ensures that graduates of this program are not only visionary leaders but also compassionate advocates for those who have served. This concentration prepares students to lead with purpose and make a difference where it matters most.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 117 - College Algebra
- Math
intensity: Moderate
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
| Transfer
| International
| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
The organizational leadership program uses transdisciplinary methods that prepare students to become world-class leaders in the contemporary and fast-paced global workplace. Through study abroad experiences, students develop the skills and knowledge that leaders need to solve problems, communicate effectively, assess programs, manage resources and use emerging technologies in their organizations.
Graduates have acquired the skills and knowledge required for leadership roles and veteran service positions across various organizations and settings, including business, government, nonprofit agencies and the service industry.
Career opportunities include leadership positions at the national, state and municipal levels, and managerial roles in disaster preparedness and recovery.
Example job titles and salaries listed below 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.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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6.5%
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$120,000
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4.2%
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$98,100
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5.9%
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$64,240
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5.6%
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$103,330
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6.6%
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$44,990
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9.1%
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$74,240
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School of Applied Professional Studies
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EDB 308
CISA@asu.edu
480-965-4464
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
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. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. 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.
