Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership & Management

Bachelor of Science
Peirce College

The Peirce College Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and Management� enables students to strengthen the foundation of their academic experience with a curriculum designed to build the knowledge and skills that can lead to opportunities in a range of fields. With a focus on ethics, effective communications, and the dynamic development of organizations, students of Organizational Leadership and Management� learn how to leverage resources and apply theories and principles to leadership challenges they may face in their current or future places of employ

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to: Apply theory and practice of leadership principles in identifying organizational problems and opportunities and communicate recommendations. Integrate business knowledge with information technology and research methods to facilitate informed decision making. Work in teams to complete projects and solve problems. Assess ethical issues in economic competition and organizational management; make recommendations for resolutions.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Peirce College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership & Management
121
Dgr Comp Org Ldship & Mgt
121
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Dgr Comp Org Ldship & Mgt Requirements
36
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Fundamentals of Accounting
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Introduction to Business
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Applied Business Research
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Fundamentals of Finance
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Hum Res Mgt
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Training Develop/Design
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Organizational Develop
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Applied Mgmt Concepts
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Organizational Dynamics
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Ethical Leadership
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Ethical Mgmt of IT
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Project Management
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BS Org Ldship CORE
45
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Application Software Fund
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Effective Speech Comm
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Practical Reasoning
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
English Composition
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Rhetoric and Research
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Introduction to Ethics
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Intro to College Math
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
College Algebra
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Statistics I
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Intro to Psychology
3
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
HUM/HIS CORE
3
Complete courses from the following Subject list:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
SCI CORE
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Subject:
SOC SCI CORE
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Subject:
SOC SCI CORE
3
Complete courses from the following Subject list:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
PRC100/PRC101 & Electives
40
PRC100/PRC101
3
Earn 3 credits: Complete the following
Earn 3 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
Complete courses from the following Course:
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
OR
Complete courses from the following Course:
Elective Courses
39
complete any available course
Rule Notes
Rule Notes:
Can be any College-level course
AND
A minimum grade of C must be earned for courses in this requirement.
Rule Notes
Rule Notes:
Can be any College-level course
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning Yes. Students can earn credit for college-level knowledge acquired outside the classroom, including professional and military training, credit-by-exam, professional certifications and licenses, as well as college courses.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Peirce College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
268
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100% of transfer students werre accepted as we are an open admission school.
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Peirce College understands the needs of adults better than any other college or university in Philadelphia. Our advisors, counselors and faculty take the time to know you and understand your unique needs and goals so we can help you finish your degree, advance your career and transform your life.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
11-9199.11Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site ManagersPlan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties sufficiently contaminated to qualify as Superfund sites.Management Occupations
25-1011.00Business Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
11-9199.02Compliance ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.Management Occupations
11-2033.00Fundraising ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.Management Occupations
11-3121.00Human Resources ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.Management Occupations
11-9199.08Loss Prevention ManagersPlan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.Management Occupations
13-1111.00Management AnalystsConduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.Business and Financial Operations Occupations
11-9199.00Managers, All OtherAll managers not listed separately.Management Occupations
11-9199.01Regulatory Affairs ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.Management Occupations
11-3131.00Training and Development ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.Management Occupations
11-9199.10Wind Energy Development ManagersLead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.Management Occupations
11-9199.09Wind Energy Operations ManagersManage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.Management Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 121 credits remaining to be completed

As a resident of Pennsylvania, you may also be eligible for a PA State Grant (PHEAA) -- contact the Student Financial Services office for additional details.
Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
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Employer Tuition Discounts
Great! You may be eligible for approximately $14,520 (20% discount per credit) in Employer benefits.
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Estimated Cost for the Bachelor of Science Organizational Leadership & Management at Peirce College
These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $600 Per Credit $72,600 $14,520 $58,080 $1800 Per 3-credit-hour class
Fees
Service Fee $330 Per Semester $2,640 0 $2,640 This fee is charged at a rate of $165 per session.
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • Additional Fees as applicable
    • $75 - Application fee for Graduation. Required of all students. Students using Montgomery GI Bill will have fee covered by their benefits
    • $200 - Peirce College Test Out fee per course.
    • $350 - Credit for Work Experience fee per course.
    • $350 - Credit for Portfolio Assessment fee per course
    • $18 - Associate Business Program Assessment Fee
    • $36 - Bachelor's Business Program Assessment Test
Payment Options:
  • Student Loans - Please complete your FAFSA and contact the Student Financial Student Services office (sfs@peirce.edu or 215-670-9600) for eligibility and other loan options. You can use this Loan Calculator to explore loan payment options.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Even if your employer is not a Peirce College corporate partner, please check with your employer on specific tuition reimbursement benefits to assist in funding your education.
  • Payment Plan - Peirce offers flexible payment plans. Please contact the Student Billing Office (billing1@peirce.edu).
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.