Leadership & Organizational Studies

Employers today are looking for individuals who can step into leadership positions and quickly adapt to an ever changing work environment. The Center for New Learning’s Bachelor of Applied Studies (BAS) degree programs are designed for adult learners who work in technical jobs and would like to move into advanced positions.

Students in the Leadership and Organizational Studies (LOS) program will advance their career potential by demonstrating effective management skills and capabilities through:

Leadership applications and best practices
Organizational theory
Strategic, tactical and operational planning and implementation
Interpersonal communication
Conflict resolution, negotiation and arbitration skills
Project management
Research and analysis

The LOS program builds on the applied skills gained through a technical college degree by adding a theoretical background, as well as communication and problem-solving skills.

A block of 45 credits will be awarded to those with an approved technical degree, plus applicable general education courses. Click here to view a list of approved technical degrees. Most students transfer approximately 60 credits to UW Oshkosh. Please contact an advisor to find out how to apply your credits to this program.

Students can declare their degree in Leadership and Organizational Studies or have the ability to choose from one of the following emphases: