Management and Leadership FAQs

Yes, this regionally accredited degree from Concordia University, St. Paul is recognized and valued by employers across industries. Leadership and management skills are highly sought after in today’s job market. CSP Global was ranked in the Top 10 “Career Ready” Institutions in the 2021 SkillSurvey Career Readiness rankings, and 94.5% of CSP Global graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation. 

Your first step is to complete the online application, and then prepare your high school or college transcripts, if applicable. See the How to Apply page for more information.

Yes, you can transfer up to 90 credit hours from a regionally accredited institution toward this degree program. Our Transfer Specialists will guide you through the process.

To apply for this program, you’ll need a completed online application and official transcripts from all previous regionally accredited institutions with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. CSP Global accepts up to 90 transfer credits toward the degree. No SAT or ACT scores are required. For additional details review the admissions page for this program.  

Graduates are prepared for diverse leadership roles across industries including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, technology, education, government, and nonprofit sectors. Career opportunities include financial manager, sales manager, HR manager, operations manager, program coordinators, training and development managers and more.  View our careers page for details on projected growth in this field.  

The program requires 120 total credits, including general education requirements and 45 credit hours in the management and leadership major. Core courses include Leading Organizational Change, Strategic Business Communication, Social Intelligence and Leadership, Operations and Quality Management, and more. Students also earn embedded certificates in data analysis, digital marketing and e-commerce, and conflict resolution as part of the curriculum. Review courses page to learn more details about what to expect in this online degree program. 

Yes, this online program is specifically designed for working professionals. The fully online, asynchronous format allows you to complete coursework on your schedule without attending live class sessions. You can balance your education with work and personal commitments while progressing toward your degree at a pace that works for you. 

Yes, the online bachelor’s in management and leadership program provides a strong foundation for MBA programs. The curriculum covers essential business and leadership concepts that prepare you for graduate-level study. Many students use this degree as a pathway to pursue an online MBA.

The program’s 45 core credit hours can be completed in just over five semesters. However, your transfer credits and general education credits will vary the time it takes you to complete the degree.

The 45 core credit hours in the major can be completed in just over five semesters. However, total time to completion varies based on transfer credits and general education requirements. Students starting with no transfer credits typically complete the 120-credit degree in approximately 4 years full-time, while those with significant transfer credits can finish much faster. With 90 transfer credits (the maximum accepted), students could complete the remaining requirements in as little as one year. The flexible online format allows you to adjust your pace.

The online bachelor’s degree in management and leadership costs $420 per credit hour. With 120 total credits required, the total estimated tuition is $50,400 (additional costs for textbooks, course supplies, and loan fees are not included). Financial aid options include federal student aid through FAFSA, private loans, non-institutional scholarships, and funding through corporate partnerships. Learn more about your financial options on the tuition and financial aid page.