Department of General Business
Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Why Business?
At West Virginia University's John Chambers College of Business and Economics we're doing things differently. Take the first step today to transform your future. We will help you get to where you want to be in the business world. Join today and be a part of our story.
Do you aspire to make a positive difference in your community, workplace and the world?
Turn your love of service into a meaningful career. Our Organizational Leadership program is the perfect fit if you are looking to pursue your love of nonprofit, public or private leadership.
The program will introduce you to effective methods to handle conflict and negotiations and to foster and lead organizational change.You will gain real-world experience from a hands-on curriculum and will have an opportunity to gain national and global internship experience. You will graduate with the skills you need to land a job you love so that you can make a difference in your community. In addition to nonprofit leadership, many of our graduates go into healthcare or hospitality and recreation leadership.
Working together
You will meet and work with individuals who are just as passionate as you are about implementing positive change. Our hands- on experiences occur in and outside of the classroom. From educational and networking trips and guest speakers, you will gain important communication and leadership skills.
Placement Rate
Of our Organizational Leadership students were placed at graduation.
Related Minors:
Hospitality and Tourism, Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Nonprofit Management
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Participate in hands-on experiential learning opportunities in our backyard
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Explore the program’s three pillars: strategy, strengths and service impact
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Learn business acumen and executive leadership skills
Latest News
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"Almost Unstoppable": WVU Accounting Helps Students Excel
“I’ve always liked math,” said Claire Ullom. “My dad said, ‘You’re a great people person. I really think if you enjoy math and are good with people, you should consider accounting.’”
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Inspiring the future of business: Chambers College names 2024 Roll of Distinguished Alumni and Early Career Achievement Awardees
On Thursday, April 4, the John Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University honored nine inspiring alumni who have positively shaped the business landscape of their fields at various stages of their careers. This is the 13th annual alumni awards ceremony for the Chambers College.
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Let’s Talk Business: Becoming an Accountant, Step by Step
As an accounting student at WVU, I’ve had support from a number of faculty since the beginning of my time in the Chambers College. From mentorships to job opportunities, the WVU Accounting department fully prepares its students for their unique career paths.
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