Technology and Leadership, B.S.
Learn to lead employees to innovate and implement solutions to complex technological challenges in business through the Bachelor of Science in Technology and听Leadership听program at 性奴调教's School for Professional Studies.听
Coursework in this program combines the study of computer information systems with organizational leadership. By taking courses in both areas, you will be better prepared to lead and manage in complex technological work environments.
As part of the School for Professional Studies, this 120-credit degree program offers future and current leaders like you a flexible option to meet your personal career goals. With six accelerated, eight-week terms offered each year through 性奴调教 online, you can begin working toward your degree at any time, making advanced education more accessible for working professionals.听
Faculty
As a student in the School for Professional Studies at 性奴调教, you鈥檒l learn from exceptional faculty who are leading experts in their fields. They bring real-world knowledge to the classroom and are dedicated to your professional success. Learn more about the SPS faculty.
Careers
性奴调教's technology and leadership听program combines an organizational leadership program and a technology management program into one well-rounded educational experience.
Large-scale employers include computer systems design firms, insurance and financial firms, government agencies, business management organizations and manufacturers.
Tuition
Tuition | Cost Per Credit |
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Undergraduate Tuition | |
Standard Tuition | $650 |
Active Duty/Veteran (TA eligible or GI Bill); First Responders | $295 |
BJC Partnership | $333 |
Additional charges may apply. Other resources are listed below:
Information on Tuition and Fees
Scholarships and Financial Aid
There are two principal ways to help finance a 性奴调教 education:
- Scholarships: Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership and financial need. The School for Professional Studies offers numerous scholarships and awards specifically for new students.
- Financial Aid: Financial aid is provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.
To determine eligibility for financial assistance, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early for maximum consideration. FAFSA is available online at .
For information on other scholarships and financial aid, visit the student financial services office online at Office of Student Financial Services.
Active Military and Veterans and First Responders
Honorably discharged veterans, active-duty military members, reserve members and first responders qualify for a reduced tuition rate of $295 per credit hour for any undergraduate program offered through the School for Professional Studies.
- Graduates will be able to describe the functions and interrelationships of the key units of an organization.
- Graduates will be able to analyze a problem and identify the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
- Graduates will be able to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society.
- Graduates will be able to describe the role of ethics in decision-making in multicultural, professional organizations.
- Graduates will be able to critique historical and contemporary approaches to leadership and leadership styles.
Admission Requirements
- Completed application
- High school diploma or composite GED score of at least 2250
- Minimum transfer cumulative GPA of 2.5 (unless qualified for conditional admittance)
- Official transcript from the most recent institution attended
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- Delayed enrollment in post-secondary education
- Attends part time for at least part of the academic year
- Works full time (35 hours or more/week) while enrolled
- Is financially independent
- Has dependents other than a spouse
- Is a single parent
- Has other demands that make traditional education less feasible
Program Requirements听
Code | Title | Credits |
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University Undergraduate Core | 32 | |
Major Requirements | ||
Organizational Leadership Courses | 24 | |
ORLD听1000 | Foundations of Effective Leadership | |
ORLD听1800 | Organizational Behavior, Work, and Wellbeing | |
ORLD听2000 | Organizational Foundations: Business Essentials | |
ORLD听2500 | Financial Concepts | |
ORLD听2700 | Human Resources and Personnel Management | |
ORLD听3300 | Organizational Behavior and Team Effectiveness | |
ORLD听3800 | Leadership Context: Culture, Structure, and Strategy | |
ORLD听4000 | Global Leadership and Organizational Behavior | |
Capstone Course | 3 | |
PST听4800 | Technology and Leadership Capstone Experience | |
Technology Courses | 24 | |
CIS听1375 | Information Systems and Technology | |
CIS听1600 | Introduction to Programming | |
CIS听2300 | Data-Driven Decision Making | |
CIS听3000 | System Analysis and Design | |
CIS听3150 | Workplace Ethics | |
CIS听3250 | Cybersecurity Principles | |
CIS听3300 | Database Analysis and Design | |
CIS听3850 | Analytics and Visualizations | |
General Electives | 37 | |
Total Credits | 120 |
Continuation Standards
Students must maintain a 2.00 GPA and receive a C or better in all major classes.
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment听unless otherwise noted. 听
Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
Year One | ||
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Fall | Credits | |
Fall 1 | 听 | |
General Elective | 3 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
Fall 2 | 听 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Spring | ||
Spring 1 | 听 | |
CIS听1375 | Information Systems and Technology | 3 |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
Spring 2 | 听 | |
CIS听1600 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Summer | ||
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 6 |
Year Two | ||
Fall | ||
Fall 1 | 听 | |
ORLD听1000 | Foundations of Effective Leadership | 3 |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
Fall 2 | 听 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
ORLD听1800 | Organizational Behavior, Work, and Wellbeing | 3 |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Spring | ||
Spring 1 | 听 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
Spring 2 | 听 | |
CIS听3300 | Database Analysis and Design | 3 |
CIS听2300 | Data-Driven Decision Making | 3 |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Summer | ||
CIS听3150 | Workplace Ethics | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 6 |
Year Three | ||
Fall | ||
Fall 1 | 听 | |
CIS听3000 | System Analysis and Design | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | |
Fall 2 | 听 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
ORLD听2700 | Human Resources and Personnel Management | 3 |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Spring | ||
Spring 1 | 听 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
ORLD听2500 | Financial Concepts | 3 |
Spring 2 | 听 | |
CIS听3250 | Cybersecurity Principles | 3 |
Humanities Elective | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Summer | ||
General Elective | 3 | |
CORE Requirement | 3 | |
听 | Credits | 6 |
Year Four | ||
Fall | ||
Fall 1 | 听 | |
CIS听3300 | Database Analysis and Design | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | |
Fall 2 | 听 | |
ORLD听2000 | Organizational Foundations: Business Essentials | 3 |
ORLD听3300 | Organizational Behavior and Team Effectiveness | 3 |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Spring | ||
Spring 1 | 听 | |
ORLD听3800 | Leadership Context: Culture, Structure, and Strategy | 3 |
General Elective | 3 | |
Spring 2 | 听 | |
ORLD听4000 | Global Leadership and Organizational Behavior | 3 |
CIS听4100 | Technology Strategy and Decision Making | 3 |
听 | Credits | 12 |
Summer | ||
General Elective | 3 | |
PST听4800 | Technology and Leadership Capstone Experience | 3 |
听 | Credits | 6 |
听 | Total Credits | 120 |
2+性奴调教 programs provide a guided pathway for students transferring from a partner institution.听