BAS in Organizational Leadership
Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Applied Science
Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Applied Science
Organizational Leadership
Lead.
Advance.
Finish.
You've built real experience. Now turn it into a credential that opens doors.
The BAS in Organizational Leadership is built for working adults — fully online, 8-week terms, and designed around the schedule you already have. Complete your degree, step into leadership roles, and get up to 9 credit hours toward a master's degree when you're ready.
About the Program
Built for your path — not a traditional business school model.
If you earned an AAS or AAT in an applied field and you're ready to move into leadership, this degree was designed around your situation. The BAS in Organizational Leadership gives graduates of applied programs in business, technology, and public service a direct path to a four-year degree that builds on what you already know.
Every course connects to the skills that get people promoted — change management, organizational communication, data-driven decision making, and applied leadership strategy. Fully online, 8-week terms, and built around a working professional's schedule.
Program Snapshot
Program Format: Face-to-Face and Online
Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours
Entry Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Time to Complete: 4-5 semesters
See Exactly How You'll Finish Your Degree
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Organizational Leadership
Courses
Required major courses for the Organizational Leadership concentration — offered in 8-week term format.
PCS 2111 Introduction to the Bachelor of Applied Science
1 hr | Online
PCS 2213 Decode the World: Global Leadership Essentials
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 3103 Professional Leadership Strategies
3 hrs | Online
PCS 3213 Global Collaborative Projects
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 3123 Issues in Organizational Leadership
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 3203 Applied Leadership in Strategic Initiatives
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4213 Leading Global Teams
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 3303 Applied Data-Driven Strategies
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4003/6003 Personnel Management for the Public Sector
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4223 Global Digital Leadership
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4203/6203 Digital Transformation and Adaptive Leadership
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4343/6343 Foundations of Organizational Leadership
2 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4413 Ethical and Legal Issues in Leadership
3 hrs | Starkville & Online
PCS 4112 Professional Success Strategies in Applied Fields
2 hrs | Starkville & Online
Introduction to the Bachelor of Applied Science emphasizing the significance of merging applied and technical coursework from students' prior Associate of Applied Science degrees with upper-level coursework from the university. It provides a foundation for students to integrate theory-based education with practical and professional skills.
This course introduces students to multinational and cross-cultural workplaces to provide learners with the context needed to excel in multinational, cross-cultural industry settings.
Tailored to empower adult learners currently active in the workforce and students with proficiency in technical fields by equipping them with practical expertise to elevate their leadership capabilities.
Students gain skills to collaborate in cross-cultural, multinational teams to execute successful projects. With an understanding of project leadership and foundational cultural knowledge, students will have the tools they need to be effective members of multinational projects.
This course provides an overview of key issues in organizational leadership, beginning with a brief historical perspective and evolving to address contemporary challenges faced by leaders across various industries.
This course introduces students to the essentials of leading and executing strategic initiatives. Students will engage in hands-on activities that simulate real-world challenges, enabling them to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
This advanced course develops leadership competencies for managing multinational teams and partnerships. Through case studies and applied exercises, students master strategies for building cross-cultural relationships, leading diverse teams, and executing successful global projects.
Provides an interdisciplinary approach to data-driven decision-making. Emphasizing practical applications, the course equips students with the skills to summarize findings and effectively communicate results to a diverse set of stakeholders.
Examines relationships and issues in personnel management and human resource development within the context of emergency management organizations.
This course explores the challenges and opportunities of managing and collaborating with cross-cultural and multinational teams in a fully virtual environment.
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to navigate and lead in the rapidly evolving digital business environment. Students will engage in research and analysis of how converging technologies are reshaping business functions such as virtual team management, digital marketing, and business intelligence.
This course illustrates the power of personal accountability, building relationships, effective communication, proper prioritization of tasks, and empowering people to create a positive impact on organizations and their missions.
This course examines the complex ethical and legal issues that leaders face in organizational settings. Students will explore foundational ethical theories and their application to leadership, focusing on how leaders can navigate ethical dilemmas and make responsible decisions.
Designed for students in their final semester of the Bachelor of Applied Science. The course focuses on equipping students with essential skills and knowledge for successful professional transition and advancement in applied fields.
What You Get Out of This Program
- Stackable toward graduate school – Up to 9 credit hours from this program apply directly toward the Master of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership.
- Faculty with field experience – Courses are taught by practitioners and researchers in leadership, organizational behavior, and applied management.
- Built for working adults – Most courses offered in 8-week terms, fully online, so you can keep working while you finish.
- Proven outcomes – Gain hands-on training through classroom work, teamwork, and group projects.
- Flexible entry – Start in fall, spring, or summer with up to 60 transfer credit hours accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apply your experience to earn an advanced degree.
Do I need an Associate of Applied Science to apply? ⌄
Yes. The BAS is designed for students who have completed an AAS or AAT degree from an accredited institution. Not sure if your degree qualifies? Contact our team and we'll tell you exactly where you stand.
Will my technical credits transfer? ⌄
In most cases, yes. The BAS is specifically designed to accept technical credits from community college programs — something most traditional bachelor's programs won't do. You can transfer up to 60 credit hours, including up to 45 technical credit hours.
How long will it take to finish? ⌄
Most students who transfer in 60 credit hours finish in four to five semesters. Courses run in 8-week terms, and most working adults take one to two courses per semester alongside full-time work and family responsibilities.
How is this different from a traditional business degree? ⌄
The BAS in Organizational Leadership is built for working adults who already have technical training and real experience. The curriculum builds directly on what you know and prepares you for leadership roles in the organizations where you already work — not a traditional business administration model.
Can BAS courses count toward a master's degree? ⌄
Yes. Up to 9 credit hours from the BAS in Organizational Leadership can count toward the Master of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership at Mississippi State — giving you a head start on graduate school if you choose to continue.
Does employer tuition assistance apply? ⌄
Yes. Many BAS students use employer tuition assistance or reimbursement to cover part or all of their degree cost. Check with your HR department — and if you need help making the case to your employer, our enrollment team can help.
How do I apply? ⌄
Apply at https://www.cpcs.msstate.edu/apply-now. You'll need official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Military students should also submit a Joint Services Transcript or CCAF transcript. The undergraduate application fee is $50 for domestic applicants.