Strategic Leadership
Bachelor of Science
Students in the BS in Strategic Leadership program will be enabled to understand and provide transformational leadership in the culture and the church. This degree program grows from a core leadership curriculum, followed by an opportunity for students to choose from five specializations and concentrations: Ministry Leadership, Global Leadership, Youth Ministry, Business Leadership and an Interdisciplinary option.
Jessup’s Leadership program is a carefully sequenced degree designed to prepare you for transformational leadership in a range of life settings, including the local church and marketplace. This degree program provides a core curriculum in transformational leadership and allows you to choose from a variety of ministry specializations and concentrations, along with other fields of interest.
About the Program
Accessible through our innovative AI platform, this program allows students to utilize cutting-edge technology to gain hands-on experience while mastering each course. Faculty in this program are leaders in their field and will provide current and relevant learning opportunities that bridge the gap between academy and industry.
Aligned with Jessup’s Christ-centered focus, this program integrates faith in learning, allowing students to build a strong ethical framework that they will utilize in their industry. This ethical framework is especially attractive to employers who are seeking candidates that are guided by strong principles and values and can effectively navigate the rapidly changing world of AI and technology.
Strategic Leadership Major: 45 units
Strategic Leadership Core: 27 units
- LDRS105 – Introduction to Leadership
- LDRS210 – Self-Leadership
- LDRS320 – Leading Others
- LDRS342 – Leading in Organizations
- LDRS470 – Innovation and Leadership (3 units)
- LDRS475 – Mentorship
- LDRS498 – Leadership Capstone
- LDRS430 – Leadership in Global Society
Strategic Leadership Specializations: 18 units
Students must choose a specialization listed below.
Business Specialization: 18 units
- BUS140 – Management & Organizational Behavior
- BUS100 – Introduction to Business
- BUS242 – Personal Finance
- BUS351 – Project Management Tools & Techniques
- Choose Two Electives:
- BUS320 – Marketing
- BUS382 – Human Resource Management
- LDRS303 – Leadership & Justice
- LDRS360 – Nonprofit Leadership
Interdisciplinary Specialization: 18 units
In special circumstances, students may pursue an Interdisciplinary Specialization, combining interests in two or more disciplines (e.g., Leadership, Psychology, Business, Public Policy). Courses are selected and approved by the faculty advisor. At least 9 units must be upper division.
Strategic Leadership Core
- LDRS105 – Introduction to Leadership
- LDRS210 – Self-Leadership
- LDRS320 – Leading Others
- LDRS342 – Leading in Organizations
- LDRS470 – Innovation and Leadership (3 units)
- LDRS475 – Mentorship
- LDRS498 – Leadership Capstone
- LDRS430 – Leadership in Global Society
Strategic Leadership Specializations
All leadership majors need to choose one of the following Specializations, or an interdisciplinary option.
Business Specialization (18 units)
- BUS140 – Management & Organizational Behavior
- BUS100 – Introduction to Business
- BUS242 – Personal Finance
- BUS351 – Project Management Tools & Techniques
Electives (Choose Two) (6 units)
- BUS320 – Marketing
- BUS382 – Human Resource Management
- LDRS303 – Leadership & Justice
- LDRS360 – Nonprofit Leadership
Interdisciplinary Specialization (18 units)
In special circumstances, concentration courses are selected/approved by an advisor for unique needs. The Interdisciplinary Specialization allows a student to combine interests in two or more disciplines (e.g., Leadership, Psychology, Business, Public Policy). Courses are selected/approved by the faculty advisor; at least 9 units must be upper division.
Strong leaders don’t just manage—they mobilize. Jessup+AI’s Strategic Leadership degree equips you to do just that, by preparing you to lead with vision, integrity, and impact—whether in business, ministry, or the community.
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