Bachelor of General Studies Degree
Concentration in Leadership Studies
The Bachelor of General Studies (BGS), Leadership Studies Concentration is a four-year liberal arts degree which provides students with an innovative curriculum that focuses on the study of leadership in the context of modern organizations. The primary purpose of this degree program is to blend the traditional outcomes of a general education, which provides breadth, and a specific Leadership Studies concentration that provides curriculum depth in leadership and organizational behavior. This degree program is also designed to provide maximum flexibility for those students who desire to play a greater role in determining the content of their academic study. Those who participate in Leadership Studies have a strong foundation in the theories of leadership and organizational behavior as well as the competencies and desire to put knowledge into action.
This liberal arts program provides students with a strong academic foundation and prepares them for either graduate school or the job market after graduation. With the 21st century's arrival, the need for people with leadership and organizational skills is only growing more necessary. Graduates are well suited for occupational positions in the fields of human relations and resources. They acquire and develop leadership and supervisory skills that will assist them in the fields of personnel management, general supervision, public administration, and human relations to mention only a few. Finally, students complete an extensive internship as a part of their plan of study, making them "readily employable" and experienced in the "real world" upon graduation to assume various professional positions in their chosen occupations or professions.
The BGS Degree in Leadership Studies is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be effective in a variety of organizational settings. First, students develop a deep understanding of how organizations function and what role leaders at all levels can play in improving organizational performance. Second, students gain important practical skills essential for success in their chosen professions. Skills in interpersonal relations, problem solving, team building, motivation, and communications are all necessary to be successful in today's world. Students completing the BGS Degree in Leadership Studies program will find themselves well prepared to be productive and quality members of the work force.
Curriculum Outline
Leadership Studies Concentration
- LDRS 300 Introduction to Leadership Concepts (required) (3 Credit Hours)
- LDRS 302 Introduction to Leadership Behavior (required) (3 Credit Hours)
Electives in Leadership Studies (or related courses) - 15 Credit Hours
- LDRS 310 Field Work in Leadership Studies
- LDRS 407 Global Challenges
- LDRS 420 Women and Leadership
- LDRS 450 Advanced Leadership Behaviors
- LDRS 460 Global Leadership
- LDRS 490 Topics in Leadership Studies (various topics each semester)
- LDRS 640 Principles of Civic Leadership
- LDRS 650 Principles of Organizational Leadership
- LDRS 670 Leadership and Personal Development
- LDRS 677 Internship in Leadership Studies
Concentration Hours: 21 Credit Hours
BGS Required Courses
- UNIV 301 Information Literacy (required) (3 Credit Hours)
- UNIV 402 Upper-Level Writing (required) (3 Credit Hours)
General Education Program
- FHSU KBOR General Education Framework (34 Credit Hours)
Open Electives
These electives allow students the option to pursue a secondary
concentration emphasizing their individual talents and career interests. (59 Credit Hours)
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS: 120 Credit Hours