Academic Programs
Leadership & Innovation
Overview
Are you ready to lead with purpose, creativity, and character? Bluefield University’s Leadership & Innovation Bachelor’s degree empowers you to cultivate the leadership skills employers value most — from effective communication and ethical decision-making to creative problem-solving and team motivation. Whether you’re aiming to direct a nonprofit, manage a corporate team, or shape community initiatives, our program equips you to lead with confidence and integrity.
Designed for flexibility and growth, this online Bachelor of Science can be completed in as little as 1 year or up to 4 years, depending on your transfer credits or prior learning (and many students finish sooner with advanced standing).
Leadership & Innovation Degree Opportunities
Practical, real-world leadership training — Our curriculum focuses on real-life leadership & organizational challenges so you graduate ready to lead teams effectively and ethically.
Skill sets employers want — Graduates leave with a leadership toolbox filled with communication, teamwork, negotiation, conflict resolution, data insights, and innovation skills applicable in business, nonprofit, government, or community settings.
Christ-centered, values-driven education — As part of a faith-based institution, the program helps you grow not just as a leader, but as a leader with integrity, ethical character, and a heart for service. This aligns with BU’s long-standing mission of cultivating servant-leaders.
Flexible online format — Ideal for working adults, career changers, or busy students, our online format lets you learn at your own pace from anywhere, while still connecting with faculty and peers.
Quick Program Details
Online Tuition: $420 Per Credit Hour
Next Start Online: October 2026
Time to Complete: 1-4 years*
*Time to complete can be reduced with prior learning and transfer credits
Career Outlook
Graduates with a B.S. in Leadership & Innovation from Bluefield University are prepared for a variety of roles across sectors. Possible career paths include:
- Human Resources Manager or HR Specialist
- Corporate or Small Business Manager
- Nonprofit Program Director or Coordinator
- Community Outreach or Government Organization Leader
- Organizational Development Specialist
- Management Consultant or Corporate Trainer
- Entrepreneur or Start-up Founder
- Team / Project Leader in business, nonprofit, or government settings
With a flexible, broadly applicable degree like this, opportunities open up in industries ranging from business and education to human services, public administration, and more.
Courses & Competencies
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Total Credits: 120
For a full breakdown of each course, reference the academic catalog located in Academic Resources.
General Education Requirements
- Introduction to the Writing Process
- Fundamentals of Speech
- Biblical Perspectives
- Developing the Christian Mind
- Math/Science* (3 Credits)
- Fine Arts/Humanities* (6 Credits)
- Social/Behavioral Science* (3 Credits)
- Degree Requirements (BA or BS/BSN)* (6 Credits)
- Personal Wellness
- ESS Activity Course* (1 Credit)
- Career Pathways I & II (2 Credits)
- Career Pathways III & IV (2 Credits)
- Career Pathways V & VI (2 Credits)
*Course or requirement includes multiple options. Online offerings may differ.
Core Requirements
- Using Business IT Tools Effectively
- Leading in the 21st Century
- Business Communications
- Managerial Goal Setting & Problem Solving
- Coaching, Mentoring, & Motivating Teams/Individuals
- Business Research Methods
- Planning Your Career as a Leader
- Data Analytics
- Human Resource Management
- Understanding Financials
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Principles of Marketing
Electives (36 Credits)
Elective requirements for this program are detailed in the undergraduate catalog.