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Leadership and Professional Studies

Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Welcome to Leadership and Professional Studies

History

The Leadership Studies program was developed in partnership with FranklinCovey®, the world’s most trusted leadership development company, which works with Fortune 500 companies and global clients. The program was implemented for Fall 2025 semester during the 2025-2026 catalog year. The Department of Leadership Studies houses the Bachelor of Science in Leadership Studies and Bachelor of Science in University Studies. The Leadership Studies degree is offered on-campus as a hybrid program. 

Program Goals

  • Cultivate and refine leadership capabilities to help navigate complex organizational challenges 
  • Learn to adapt, and grow leadership skills by engaging directly with peers, challenges, and real-world scenarios 
  • Learn and practice servant leadership through community engagement  
  • Create a leadership portfolio for personal development and professional presentation 

What Can You Expect?

  • Develop leadership skills to tackle complex personal and professional challenges

  • Engage in valuable peer interactions and real-world experiences

  • Practice servant leadership through community engagement

  • Earn certificates to stand out in the job market and expand career opportunities

  • Create a Leadership Profile for personal development and professional presentation