Online Organizational Leadership Bachelor’s Degree
Prepare to lead teams strategically and thoughtfully through organizational change with Maryville University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership.
Collaboration can be the key to success, no matter the organization. The online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Maryville University can prepare you to lead teams strategically and thoughtfully through organizational change.
Our online organizational leadership degree program aligns with current business needs and features courses that blend business with psychology. Graduates typically emerge as change agents in business, healthcare, government, nonprofits and more.
Maryville University was founded in 1872 and has been connecting motivated professionals with industry expertise ever since. We’re proud of our reputation for quality academics, accelerated growth, and affordability because it demonstrates our devotion to advancing students like you.
Access coursework 100% online
Apply with no entrance exams
Explore financial aid and eligible transfer credit options
Start in fall, spring or summer
Connect to our faculty of active business leaders
Eligible for Early Access — get a head start on your graduate degree
Why earn an organizational leadership degree online?
Earn your organizational leadership degree online at Maryville University with various courses that blend business, human resources and leadership with psychology. Our program emphasizes critical thinking and collaborative mindset understanding, preparing you to influence organizational behavior and ultimately become a change agent in your organization.
At Maryville University, our faculty experts are with you every step of the way to help you build in-demand skills to lead businesses. During your senior year, you’ll complete a research project and enjoy faculty support from start to finish.
Our intuitive, user-friendly online platform features cutting-edge educational tools and dedicated support to ensure your success as you complete your online bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership.
Flexible, affordable — and 100% online
| Program feature | Details |
|---|---|
Total credit hours | 128 credits |
Completion time | 4 years or less (as few as 2 years with eligible transfer credits) |
Institutional accreditation | Higher Learning Commission (HLC) |
Learning format | 100% online (no campus visits required) |
Admissions requirements | No entrance exams required |
Tuition savings pathway | Early Access eligible (earn up to 12 graduate credits at undergrad rates) |
Earn a degree on the way to your degree
As you work toward your online bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, you can now earn an Associate of Arts (AA) degree along the way. This milestone honors your hard work early in your academic experience, providing a meaningful credential that builds your confidence while you stay on track for your final degree.
How it works:
- Learners progress toward their bachelor’s degree.
- Beginning in summer 2026, learners are automatically evaluated at the end of each semester.
- Once they meet the AA degree requirements, the degree is awarded with no separate application needed.
- The credential is recorded on the official transcript and issued as a secure digital diploma.
What are the requirements for earning an AA degree?
To earn an Associate of Arts (AA) degree at Maryville University, learners must meet the following requirements:
- Be pursuing their first bachelor’s degree and not already hold an AA degree.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.
- Complete at least 60 credit hours, including at least 12 credit hours at Maryville University.
- Complete 21 specific credit hours in the MCORE curriculum and 39 credit hours in the major and electives.
Specific curriculum requirements vary depending on when and how learners began their Maryville journey. Learners can view their individual curriculum details in Self-Service. For additional questions, contact Academic Records at academicrecords@maryville.edu or 314-529-9360.
Accreditation
Maryville University is a private, nonprofit university that proudly holds regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S Department of Education. Maryville has maintained accreditation from the HLC since 1941, and this status was most recently reaffirmed in 2025.
Organizational leadership degree curriculum
The online bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership is designed to help support your individual career goals and prepare you for a leadership role in any field. It includes general education, the organizational leadership major, a social science research sequence and electives.
| Curriculum category | Credit hours | Core focus areas |
|---|---|---|
General Education | 45 credits | Foundational academic skills |
Organizational Leadership Major | 21 credits | Group dynamics, conflict resolution, organizational behavior |
Social Science Research Sequence | 15 credits | Research design, data analysis, senior research project |
HR Management Elective | 3 credits | Talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations |
Business Acumen Elective | 3 credits | Business law, strategic communication, organizational ethics |
General Electives | 41 credits | Customized coursework to align with career goals |
Total required credits: 128 credits
Our 128-credit curriculum helps you focus on change leadership, conflict management, evidence-based and ethical decision-making, strategic communications and critical thinking. Through this lens, you complete courses in group dynamics, organizational development and change, human resource management, business law and other key subjects connected to organizational leadership. The program concludes with a senior research project guided by a faculty member.
If you previously earned college credits, you may be able to satisfy the general education requirement through eligible transfer credits, so you can complete your organizational leadership degree sooner.
Career opportunities for organizational leadership graduates
Your online organizational leadership degree helps you develop skills to introduce positive change, manage organizational conflict, provide superior employee training and more. With a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, you can support organizations’ current and future needs and pursue your career goals. How? By choosing electives tailored to fit your area of interest.
An organizational leadership online degree program can prepare you to work in a variety of settings, including:
- Consulting firms
- Educational services
- Finance and insurance companies
- Government agencies
- Manufacturing firms
- Private enterprises
- Professional services
Specific roles available for graduates with an online bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership include:
- Administrative director
- Business administrator
- Community service manager
- Human resources manager
- Leadership development manager
- Management analyst
- Medical and health services manager
- Office manager
- Organizational development consultant
- Program management analyst
- Training and development manager
What is the median organizational leadership degree salary?
An organizational leadership salary varies by the professional’s position and years of relevant experience. Consider the following median annual salaries for professionals in organizational leadership careers as of May 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
What is the market outlook for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership?
The BLS projects employment of training and development specialists will grow 11% from 2025 to 2035, faster than the average for all occupations. Many roles that require organizational leadership skills are projected to grow at rates faster than the average for all occupations.7 These roles include human resource managers,8 management analysts,9 and training and development specialists.10
As businesses seek tech-driven employee training methods and structures to manage remote workers, the demand for training specialists who can help bring about organizational change continues to grow. Emerging technology is also a driving factor, with more companies using social media and e-learning.
Faculty spotlight
Meet Amy Quarton-Dambacher
Associate Instructor
- MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
- BA in Psychology, University of Illinois at Springfield
Amy Quarton-Dambacher is an associate instructor at Maryville, where she has played a key role in developing the online bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership program. She teaches courses in leadership, organizational behavior, industrial/organizational psychology, and group dynamics. Along with her course instruction, Amy also provides guidance for students seeking internships and other professional opportunities.
Outside of academia, her expertise is highly sought after as an independent consultant. Amy is the founder and CEO of The Job Fit Company, and she serves as the internship coordinator for the St. Louis Organization Development Network.
Move forward in leadership
As you rise through leadership, your career may lead you to seek additional skills to continue advancing. Whether you plan to pursue a different industry, leadership role, entrepreneurship or additional specialty, Maryville can help you take your education further.
We provide a variety of paths that can help you advance to a higher level in the future. At Maryville, earning your Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership online degree can qualify you for Early Access to graduate degree programs in business administration, health administration and more.
When you’re ready to go further, consider these online graduate program options:
- MBA, with your choice of 12 concentrations.
- Master of Health Administration (MHA), with a general MHA or the option to choose one of four concentrations: Health Informatics and Analytics, Healthcare Leadership, Population Health Management, and Senior Services.
- MA in Management and Leadership, with options to create your own career path from areas such as human resource management, executive management, and more.
- MA in Strategic Communication and Leadership, which features an immersive curriculum that gives you the opportunity to study theory, gain practical experience, and earn relevant professional certifications.
FAQs about our online organizational leadership degree
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Yes, Maryville University’s online organizational leadership degree is fully accredited and generally respected by employers. Maryville University holds institutional regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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Maryville University’s undergraduate online organizational leadership program features rolling admissions with multiple start dates. Our enrollment specialists help make the application process stress-free by requesting your transcripts for you. You can also expect a quick admissions decision in less than a week. Connect with an enrollment specialist to learn more about application requirements, available start dates and how much time you’ll have to accept your offer.
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Completing the online Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership at Maryville University typically takes four years of full-time study, as it requires 128 credits. However, the exact timeline depends on your course load and transfer credits.
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Early Access at Maryville University lets undergraduate students in the organizational leadership bachelor’s program earn up to 12 graduate-level credits that count toward both their bachelor’s and a future master’s degree. Eligible students take master’s courses during their senior year, pay the lower undergraduate tuition rate for those credits, and save money and time on a graduate degree.
You can review additional details on the Maryville University Early Access Information Page.
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As an online undergraduate organizational leadership student at Maryville University, you receive comprehensive support including a dedicated student support advisor, 24/7 online tutoring, and attentive faculty guidance.
Apply to the Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership online degree program at Maryville University.
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- Social and Community Service Managers: Pay. (2026). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved September 18, 2026. ↩︎
- Training and Development Specialists: Job Outlook. (2026). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved September 18, 2026. ↩︎
- Human Resources Managers: Job Outlook. (2026). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved September 18, 2026. ↩︎
- Management Analysts: Job Outlook. (2026). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved September 18, 2026. ↩︎
- Training and Development Specialists: Job Outlook. (2026). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved September 18, 2026. ↩︎