Evangel University-College of Online Learning

What you'll study

Coursework focuses on leadership practice rather than narrowly theoretical study. Typical subject areas include:

• Leadership theory and development — contemporary models of leadership, self-assessment, and personal leadership plans.
• Organisational behaviour and culture — dynamics of teams, motivation, communication and shaping organisational culture.
• Change and project management — tools and approaches for planning and leading organisational change initiatives.
• Ethics and values-based leadership — frameworks for ethical decision-making, especially in mission-focused settings.
• Strategic thinking and organisational design — aligning structure, people, and strategy to achieve goals.
• Applied capstone or practicum — a project that integrates learning through a real organisational challenge or leadership portfolio.

Entry requirements

Typical admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent), a completed application, and transcripts. Many programmes expect professional experience; applicants may submit resumes and letters of recommendation. Some schools also require a personal statement outlining leadership goals and, where applicable, evidence of English language proficiency for international students.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly move into supervisory, managerial, or director-level roles across sectors such as non-profit organisations, education, healthcare administration, churches and faith-based organisations, and small-to-medium enterprises. The degree equips candidates to lead teams, manage organisational change, design leadership development programmes, or pursue roles in human resources, training, and operations management.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Funding options often include merit-based scholarships, employer tuition assistance, graduate assistantships where available, and federal or private student loans. Prospective students should contact the university’s financial aid office to explore scholarship eligibility, payment plans, and external funding sources such as professional associations or ministry-support grants.