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Dr. Nils Jonas Ohrberg is the Chair of the Business Leadership program at Ashford University's College of Business and Professional Studies. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Government from New Mexico State University, a Master’s in Sports Administration from University of New Mexico, and a Doctorate degree in Organization and Management from Capella University. Read his full bio.
Develop your gift for guiding others with your Bachelor of Arts in Business Leadership degree online from Ashford University. If your goal is to inspire others to excellence, then this online degree program is for you.
Degree Focus
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Leadership degree emphasizes the theory and practice of leadership through a comprehensive curriculum of industrial and organizational psychology, conflict management, organizational behavior, and strategic management. You will evaluate trends in social responsibility and examine the influence of strategic planning in a variety of environments.
Career Opportunities
With your Bachelor of Arts in Business Leadership degree, you may choose to enter a number of careers in which leadership skills are a must. This degree provides the basic, minimum training to be a business leader. This degree is designed for professionals in the following careers:
- Administrators
- Supervisors
- Managers
- Human Resources Generalists
- Community Organizers
- Organizational Development Experts
Your courses in this Bachelor of Arts degree program are taught by advance-degreed instructors with real-world experience in the subjects they teach. In addition, you can transfer up to 90 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree and accelerate your degree completion.
Special Terms and Conditions
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Business Leadership degree by itself does not provide licensure or certification in any state, regardless of concentration or specialization. Students seeking licensure or certification in a particular profession are strongly encouraged to carefully research the requirements prior to enrollment. Requirements may vary by state. Ashford University does not guarantee that any professional organization will accept a graduate's application to sit for any exam for the purpose of professional certification.
If a leadership degree fits your personal goals, contact Ashford University at 866.711.1700 to learn more, or request additional information.