Organizational Leadership (Military and Veterans Studies) ,BA
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This program's name has changed effective Fall 2026. The previous name was Organizational Leadership (Veterans, Society and Service).
Hone your leadership skills and improve the lives of veterans and their families. The private and public sectors need leaders with relational, cultural and institutional perspectives to better serve this community and bridge the civilian-military gap. Become an empowered leader with transformational skills and help create a better future.
If you aspire to make a profound impact on organizations and the veteran community, the Bachelor of Arts program in organizational leadership with a concentration in military and veterans studies is for you. This program combines a robust leadership curriculum with specialized training to equip you with the expertise needed to lead diverse teams and drive innovation. You master key competencies such as problem-solving, effective communication, resource management and the strategic use of emerging technologies.
Beyond traditional leadership skills, this program emphasizes the distinct needs of veterans and military personnel. You gain hands-on experience in engaging with these communities through sensitive counseling, facilitating impactful group discussions and providing tailored support. By blending theory with practical skills, the curriculum ensures that you are not only a visionary leader but also a compassionate advocate for those who have served. This concentration prepares you to lead with purpose and make a difference.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 114 - College Mathematics
Any math course that meets the MATH designation - Math
intensity: Moderate
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Apply ethical principles in leadership.
- Apply principles of team dynamics.
- Develop a research program including a literature review on military/veteran studies and ethical guiding principles.
- Apply core organizational leadership concepts.
The organizational leadership program uses transdisciplinary methods that prepare students to become world-class leaders in the contemporary and fast-paced global workplace. Through global experiences, students develop the skills and knowledge that leaders need to solve problems, communicate effectively, assess programs, manage resources and use emerging technologies in their organizations.
Graduates have acquired the skills and knowledge required for leadership roles and veteran service positions across various organizations and settings, including business, government, nonprofit agencies and the service industry.
Career opportunities include leadership positions at the national, state and municipal levels, and managerial roles in disaster preparedness and recovery.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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5.8%
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$133,000
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4.4%
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$105,770
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6.2%
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$75,940
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4.6%
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$114,130
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5.2%
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$50,290
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6.4%
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$80,390
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School of Applied Professional Studies
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EDB 308
CISA@asu.edu
480-965-4464
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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