Why Choose ODU for Leadership?

Finish what you started and step into roles where sound judgment, integrity and clear communication matter. ODU’s online leadership major is built for students with prior college credit who want a flexible path to completion and a degree that translates across industries.

This interdisciplinary program strengthens the skills employers look for in emerging leaders. You will build knowledge in ethical leadership, legal issues, written and oral communication, critical thinking, and decision-making. With coursework that draws from multiple fields, you can apply what you learn in both organizational and community settings.

Designed for degree completers, the program values the progress you have already made with transfer-friendly pathways. You can transfer up to 90 credits toward the 120 credits required. Eligible military-affiliated students may also explore a military pathway that can convert qualifying experience into college credit.

When you graduate, you will earn a Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary studies with a major in leadership. You’ll graduate with the practical tools to lead teams, communicate across differences, and make sound decisions.

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Leadership Online: A Flexible Program for a Changing World

The definition of "leadership" is flexible, and your leadership program should be too. ODU's online interdisciplinary program will prepare you for organizational leadership, and will also prepare you for management in several areas of business.

The core classes in this online bachelor's program focus on identifying and researching problems. From there, you'll learn how to lead through clear communication in both traditional and digital environments.

Students can apply this learning right away in professional settings and will be an asset to management from day one.

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Program Information

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
120 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This program requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to plan a course of study or determine if you have credits to transfer.

Explore Leadership Courses in the Catalog

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training, reducing the time to earn this bachelor's degree.

Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format. 

Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
120 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This program requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to plan a course of study or determine if you have credits to transfer.

Explore Leadership Courses in the Catalog

ODU has a signed military pathway agreement for this program. This agreement may grant academic credit to U.S. military service members and veterans for their experience and training, reducing the time to earn this bachelor's degree.

Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format. 

Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$268 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$444 per credit hour

Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

These tuition rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change. 

* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarship & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 

Careers in Leadership

This degree program can enhance your current position or help you start a new career path in any area that requires ethical judgment, integrity, intercultural skills, and the capacity for lifelong learning.

Meet Your Enrollment Team

Our dedicated enrollment team will guide your transition to ODUGlobal.

Shawana Ward
Shawana Ward
Enrollment Counselor
Kayla Baker
Kayla Baker
Enrollment Counselor

Ready to Apply?

This program is available completely online, which means you can apply to ODU as a freshman.

Already have college credits? Before you apply, our enrollment team can provide a free transfer evaluation to see how your credits will transfer to ODU.

No matter where you're starting, we'll help you succeed from application to graduation.

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ODU has partnered with select community colleges to make transferring easy. Plus, you could earn Guaranteed Admission!

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