Management and Leadership

Bachelor of Science in Business

Apply your passion for leadership to the global business landscape. The online bachelor’s in business, management and leadership degree can equip you with management techniques and strategic planning skills that help you as a leader in business today. Learn how to build sustainable advantages through the use of human and technological resources, and apply your managerial knowledge to make a positive impact on people, teams and key business objectives.

A management and leadership balance

Immediately apply learnings to a wide range of professional fields and become positioned to manage or lead.

Real-world coursework

Every assessment has a purpose. You’ll be challenged to think differently and apply what you learn in the courseroom to the work you do every day in your career.

Virtual teams are vital

Gain the interpersonal and technical skills to manage virtual teams all over the world and collaborate effectively in today’s dynamic business environments.

Classes start April 7

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

Online
FlexPath available
8–15 General education courses
10 Core courses
8 Specialization courses
7–13 Elective courses
1 Capstone
180 Total quarter credits
135 Max transfer credits

FlexPath lets you finish the degree you started, with a bachelor’s in business in 14 months and under $13,000.*

*Based on fastest 25% of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies and other fees apply.

Is FlexPath right for you?

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This degree requires a total of 90 program points in FlexPath or 180 program credits in GuidedPath
You’ll need to complete 8–15 general education courses, 10 core courses, eight specialization courses, 7–13 elective courses and one capstone course

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BUS4011 Virtual Team Collaboration 6 quarter credits Learners gain knowledge of and examine practical communication and collaboration skills necessary for effective participation in and leadership of teams in a virtual networked context. Learners also analyze various forms of collaborative leadership and participate in collaborative leadership experiences within a virtual networked organizational setting. Prerequisite(s): BUS3010, or both BUS3011 and BUS3012, or both BUS1011 and BUS2012, or both BUS3011 and BUS2012, or both BUS1011 and BUS3012 6 quarter credits

BUS4012 Leadership in Organizations 6 quarter credits Learners create effective theories of leadership in the networked enterprise at different organizational levels and from different perspectives. Learners develop and demonstrate their knowledge of the skills that support personal characteristics of effective leaders, such as coaching strategies, personal integrity, trustworthiness, courage and generosity, and an ability to encourage others to participate in leadership. Prerequisite(s): BUS3010, or both BUS3011 and BUS3012, or both BUS1011 and BUS2012, or both BUS3011 and BUS2012, or both BUS1011 and BUS3012 6 quarter credits

BUS4013 Organizational Structure, Learning, and Performance 6 quarter credits Learners analyze organizational structures and their influence on organizational intelligence, learning ability, and the practical performance of an enterprise. The course includes an emphasis on the adaptive and responsive organization and its relationship to enterprise stakeholders and environment. Learners evaluate a case study that illustrates the interrelatedness of organizational structure, learning, and performance in order to create a model of a high-performance organization. Prerequisite(s): BUS3010, or both BUS3011 and BUS3012, or both BUS1011 and BUS2012, or both BUS3011 and BUS2012, or both BUS1011 and BUS3012 6 quarter credits

BUS4014 Operations Management for Competitive Advantage 6 quarter credits Learners gain an understanding of operations management. Learners analyze strategic product and service design, major capacity and location decision-making processes, and process and control system operations. Learners use case studies to build a working knowledge of the important concepts and decision-making tools. Prerequisite(s): BUS3010, or both BUS3011 and BUS3012, or both BUS1011 and BUS2012, or both BUS3011 and BUS2012, or both BUS1011 and BUS3012 6 quarter credits

BUS4015 Strategic Planning and Implementation 6 quarter credits Learners develop their understanding of strategic planning and implementation using case studies and simulations of various business planning processes and by exploring the unpredictable dimension of strategic business planning. Learners show how integrating unplanned developments into existing strategy is an important part of real-world strategic planning. Prerequisite(s): BUS3010, or both BUS3011 and BUS3012, or both BUS1011 and BUS2012, or both BUS3011 and BUS2012, or both BUS1011 and BUS3012 6 quarter credits

*Course has prerequisite(s). See catalog for details.

Try FlexPath for yourself

In our nongraded, noncredit-bearing FlexPath Trial Course, you’ll explore online self-paced learning, experience the courseroom and view a sample assessment.

What you’ll learn

This specialization helps you develop and apply the skills and competencies necessary to successfully coordinate, implement, promote, supervise and lead people in a dynamic, global business environment. Throughout the program, students demonstrate the management, interpersonal and professional thinking skills needed to impact organizational effectiveness as leaders and managers.

On successful completion of this program, you should be able to:

Build a sustainable advantage through the management of human capital
Use information and technology to productively achieve organizational goals
Effectively apply management principles
Practice the application of leadership skills and techniques to an organization
Demonstrate the ability to positively impact the goals and objectives of an organization

Review the Capella career exploration guide to learn more about this program and career paths to explore.

Bridge to Bachelor’s in Business

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How much does the BS in Business cost?

The total cost of your degree will depend on your learning format, academic performance and other factors. See FlexPath and GuidedPath cost information below.

A self-paced learning format that helps put you in control. Take courses at your own speed and move on to the next course whenever you’re ready.

Enroll in one or two core courses at a time and complete as many as you can in 12 weeks
2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
Pay a flat tuition fee per 12-week billing session^*

$2,500 per 12-week billing session
$125 resource kit
90 total program points
68 max transfer points

$12,500 ACCELERATED PACE 14 months

$20,000 TYPICAL PACE 23 months

$32,500 SLOWER PACE 36 months

A structured learning format with an active peer community and faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.

Based on the quarter system; 1–3 courses per 10-week quarter
1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or quarter

$365 per 1000-2000 level credit $415 per 3000-4000 level credit
$150 resource kit
180 total quarter credits
135 max transfer credits

$18,675 MAX TRANSFER CREDITS 21 months

$43,405 AVERAGE TRANSFER CREDITS 48 months

$70,620 NO TRANSFER CREDITS 81 months

*This is only an estimate, effective July 8, 2024, and is subject to change. Your time and cost will vary depending on your unique circumstances such as your program specialization, transfer credits, any applicable tuition discounts, and (in FlexPath) how quickly you complete courses. These estimates do not include the cost of books, course materials, supplies, equipment and other expenses. Tuition estimates shown for the FlexPath learning format are based on “accelerated pace” (speed of fastest 25% of FlexPath students), “typical pace” (median speed of FlexPath students), and “slower pace” (speed of fastest 75% of FlexPath students) and assumes average number of transfer credits. Tuition estimates shown for programs in the GuidedPath learning format depend on the number of credits accepted for transfer. New or recently revised program estimates are based on comparable programs. Military Tuition Assistance is not available for the FlexPath learning format.

Capella is committed to transparency in tuition and pricing. You will be responsible for costs in addition to tuition, which may include travel expenses and practicum costs. You will be charged $50-$200 each quarter or billing session for your resource kit, which includes required books, software and other course materials. Click here to review program-specific fee amounts in our University Catalog.

Find out more about financing and payment options to help you complete your program. Federal aid also is available to help manage the costs of higher education. Learn more about financing your education.

Get the details

Connect with an enrollment counselor to further discuss the cost of the program and explore your eligibility for scholarships and discounts.

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Transfer credits

At Capella, you may be able to transfer previous college credit to cover up to 75% of select bachelor’s degrees, saving you significant time and money.

Gen ed courses included

Complete no-cost online courses through our affiliate, Sophia, and apply your courses toward your degree at Capella. Completed courses can be applied toward a Capella bachelor’s degree, potentially saving you time and money.

Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

Accreditation and recognitions provide evidence that we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability.

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What are the BS in Management Leadership admission requirements?

Applicants to the BS in Business, Management and Leadership program must provide the following information for admission:

Admission application – no application fee required
High school diploma or equivalent
A transcript of any reported GED
4.5 credits eligible for transfer. See Sophia Admissions Pathways as an option to obtain credits.
Applicants under age 24, as well as those over age 24 who have no transfer credits, may be required to submit a high school transcript verifying graduation
A valid, government-issued form of photo identification

SAT and ACT are not required for admission.

FlexPath admission requirements

Applicants for our FlexPath self-paced learning option must also meet the following criteria:

High school diploma or equivalent and 45 transferable college credits
The recommended minimum GPA is 2.8 OR at least 100 applied transfer college credits. Those with a lower GPA and less than 100 applied transfer college credits may have the option to satisfy GPA and/or transfer credit requirements through successful completion of gen-ed courses through our affiliate Sophia prior to starting a Capella degree program..

Transition to FlexPath: Applicants whose GPA is below the FlexPath admission threshold may be considered once they successfully complete at least two GuidedPath courses (or eight credits, whichever is greater). Those learners will also need to meet the requirement of 45 transfer credits to be approved for the transition into FlexPath.

International student requirements

If you live outside the U.S. or aren’t a U.S. citizen, you may be considered an international student.

To meet the requirements for Capella admission, you must:

Earn the minimum score on an acceptable test for proof of English proficiency
Attend an internationally recognized institution
Provide transcripts for evaluation

Learn more about international student admissions.

What support does Capella offer online students?

Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of a bachelor’s student. We’ve structured the experience in manageable pieces to help you earn your degree with support from faculty, staff and online resources.

Faculty

Our courses are taught by distinguished faculty members who hold top credentials and have hands-on expertise in their fields.

Enrollment counselors

Our enrollment counselors will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program and answer all your questions about Capella. They can also help you with the admissions process.

Academic coaches

Once you enroll, these specialists can help tailor a program to your goals and experiences and help you stay on track to meet program requirements.

Faculty spotlight

Rebecca Snarski, PhD

Professor, MBA, BSBA | Course Lead | Delta Mu Delta Advisor

What can you do with a BS in Management Leadership degree?

Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Management and Leadership.

Job titles to explore*

Account manager
Assistant store manager
General manager
Office manager
Regional sales manager
Retail store manager
Sales manager
Store manager

Employment settings to explore

Accounting services
Clothing and clothing accessories retailers
Colleges, universities and professional schools
Commercial banking
Direct health and medical insurance carriers
General government support
General medical and surgical hospitals
Management consulting services
Miscellaneous retailers

*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.

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