Leadership and Management Major
Leadership and Management is a multidisciplinary major designed exclusively for students earning a Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree. Students may pursue this major entirely online. All major requirements have online offerings, with some courses offering an in-person section in the evening for students who prefer a hybrid schedule. Courses take place in semester (16-week) and/or accelerated (8-week) sessions, depending on the subject, to better accommodate the needs of non-traditional students.
Major Requirements
The Leadership and Management major provides students with the necessary core management and advanced critical thinking skills required to be effective and intellectually agile leaders in today’s business environment.
Core courses mirror those of the Business Administration major, and peripheral courses in ethics, organization, and communication round out the major and add to the well-balanced foundation that students will obtain, enabling them to participate productively in the workplace and the community.
Leadership and Management is a 33- to 34-credit major. One 3-credit prerequisite course is also required. Current major requirements can be viewed in the Academic Catalog.
Graduation requirements include completion of the major and BLS general education, and completion of 120 credit hours. Find the full details in the Academic Catalog. Each student’s educational and professional background is different. Fill out a request form to get started on your individual degree completion plan. The BLS office will reach out to schedule a phone or in-person consultation.
Testimonials from our recent graduates
“UMW’s BLS program is one that allows for career professionals to attain their degree in a very flexible way.”
“One of the standout features of the program was the flexibility of the online courses. This allowed me to balance my studies with a demanding full-time job, making it possible for me to achieve my academic goals without compromising professional responsibilities. The online format was well structured and accessible. It ensured that I could complete my degree efficiently and effectively.”
“The staff was just absolutely wonderful with working with me. I had so many obstacles and did not think I would get here. This has been a wonderful journey finishing my degree with UMW.”
“I found the BLS program to be a perfect fit for my full-time working schedule. It allowed me to learn in a hybrid style, which helped me feel connected to the school community as well as get excellent in-person instruction from talented faculty. My work and family obligations caused me to have to shift and adjust my schedule a few times, and my advisor was always there to support me. Without the support from my advisor, I am not sure this journey would have been completed. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone looking to complete their Bachelor’s degree as a non-traditional student.”