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Pennsylvania State University Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership

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Pennsylvania State University - Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science
Organizational Leadership

The bachelor of science degree program in organizational leadership is a highly practical course of study developed for the World Campus by the faculty of Penn State's College of the Liberal Arts. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the degree program addresses twenty-first-century employment issues and organizational leadership from different angles. Students select courses in English, economics, political science, sociology, labor and industrial relations, communication arts and sciences, psychology, and crime, law and justice. The goal is to provide a broad education that introduces methods of analysis used in the disciplines of the liberal arts and prepares students to understand the complex social, cultural, and organizational issues that will confront them in leadership positions in the modern world.

The degree program requires that students develop competency in four critical areas and then apply those skills in particular disciplines. All students are expected to develop proficiency in research methodology, critical analysis, communication, and the application of theory.

Students can expect to learn practical skills that focus on and enhance the understanding of an organization, its processes, and its interactions. Students can also learn how individuals function within organizations and why dysfunction may exist. New skills that can be developed include writing for an industry publication, conducting training workshops, collecting and analyzing data to arrive at recommendations for action, restructuring departments to maximize resources, and employee retention.

Courses are presented through a variety of technologies. Print content is supplemented by electronic assignment submission and faculty-student interaction. Students may also interact with one another via the program's Web site. If students prefer, they may submit their assignments via surface mail.

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Providing global access to a Penn State education . . . A “real-university” curriculum. World Campus courses are developed and taught by the same Penn State faculty members teaching in “traditional” Penn State classrooms. The credits you can earn from your living room are the same credits you would earn on campus. With the growing online learning options ranging from traditional institutions to new Web-only schools, how can you determine what will best meet your needs in an online university? Take a look at some of the considerations listed below, and then see how the World Campus measures up. Accreditation Accreditation is a national system of monitoring the quality of the credits you receive from an institution of higher education. You should choose an online academic degree program offered by an accredited institution to avoid “fly-by-night” operations that might take advantage of you. Penn State is accredited by the Middle States Association and has an outstanding reputation as a research and teaching university. Our courses are also accepted by most other colleges and universities in fulfillment of their requirements. If you are planning to take courses at another college for transfer to Penn State, the college must be accredited by one of the following accrediting agencies: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools New England Association of Schools and Colleges North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges History Examine the background of the online universities that interest you before you apply. Penn State has been a pioneer in World Campus since 1892, when it founded one of the nation's first correspondence study degree programs. The World Campus reaffirms Penn State's commitment to providing educational access to learners everywhere. Student Support Customer service is an important factor when considering education at a distance. You must be able to trust that your questions will be answered and any issues resolved despite not being able to interact face-to-face. The World Campus Student Services team is ready to meet your needs. Whether you're looking for help with admissions, academic advising, or technical problems, we're here for you. We've also extended our Learner and Technical Support hours to accommodate your busy schedule. Faculty Interaction When you encounter a question or problem related to your course in an on-campus classroom, you look to your teacher for the answer. It's important that you have the same faculty support when you have questions in your online courses. World Campus faculty members provide direction and feedback throughout your course experience. These educators are the same faculty members teaching in “traditional” Penn State classrooms and many are leading researchers in their fields. Your learning experience can be greatly enhanced by our faculty members' years of experience. They are accessible to you via e-mail and telephone throughout your course. Course Design While you may have many reasons for choosing an online university, the ability of the course design and delivery method to fit your busy schedule should undoubtedly influence your final decision. World Campus courses can be accessed anytime, anywhere there is an Internet connection, and they all incorporate Web-based enhancements to varying degrees. Basically, there are three different types of World Campus courses: “online group”, “online individual” and “independent learning.” Online group courses have standard start and end dates and are designed to facilitate group-related activities among classmates. Online individual courses have students move through course content independently, but on a prescribed schedule. These courses have set start and end dates. Independent learning courses are open for registration any time throughout the year and students interact one-on-one with their instructors.