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Curriculum: Organizational Leadership (OL)

The Organizational Leadership major is an innovative undergraduate degree program for working adults who desire an accredited Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. Courses focus on the development of skills in human relations and leadership. This is a preferred program for adults preparing for a wide range of management and leadership roles in profit and non-profit organizations. 

The major consists of 39 units. (Course requirements may vary based on catalog year.)

ORLD 210  The Leader and Worldview  (2-3 units)
An introduction to integration of faith, learning and living for a more accurate understanding of reality. The course emphasizes Christian thinking and analysis of both issues and solutions that are workable, intellectually viable and consistent with biblical truth.  Students examine group and organizational behavior case studies that demonstrate the methods and difficulties of integration and application.

ORLD 310  The Leader and Wisdom  (2-3 units)
This course examines biblical concepts related to human relationships and interpersonal communication.  Attention is given to human beings as designed and created by God, the consequences of the fall, and the impact of redemption.  Case studies and student experiences are discussed.

ORLD 330  Theology and the Christian Life  (3 units)
A consideration of God's Person, existing as one God, yet manifested in three Persons, and the believer's responsibility to the Church, Christ's body, and the world at large as an agent of reconciliation in God's kingdom program in the end times.

ORLD 340  Group and Organizational Behavior  (3 units)
Being the first module of the program, it is appropriate that this course center upon the many facets of working effectively within the small-group setting as one understands what it means to “think Christianly” in the workplace.  After an examination of one’s own leadership style, the student will begin to grasp the importance of the process vs. the content in what is shared by group members, coupled with the power of good problem-solving methods.  As we examine the “power” of the small group vs. the individual, the class will lastly become exposed to many of the processing tools used when in a small group setting.  Materials Fee:  $40. 

ORLD 350  Management Information Systems  (3 units)
Students become acquainted with contemporary information systems technology, and explore management techniques and strategies which, combined with technologies, produce effective solutions to organizational problems.  Personal computer skills are also enhanced. 

This course is a prerequisite for ORLD 490 Research Project.

ORLD 360  Statistical Methods and Research  (3 units)
Problem analysis and evaluation techniques are presented. Students are shown methods for defining, researching, analyzing, and evaluating problems they would solve in their work environment. Specific statistical information covered in the course includes identifying and measuring objectives, collecting data, working with significance levels, analyzing variance, and constructing questionnaires.

ORLD 370  Interpersonal Communication  (3 units)
Study of how communication and relationships contribute to productive work environments. Effective personal and social relationships are also investigated through readings and exercises concerning non-verbal feedback, anger management, and conflict resolution.

ORLD 380  Managerial Accounting  (3 units)
An overview of financial tools available for management decision-making. Major course components include income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, changes in financial position, and ratio analysis.  Emphasis is on reading and understanding accounting documents rather than upon their preparation.

ORLD 410  The Leader and Moral Decision-Making  (2-3 units)
The course examines biblical principles and ethical values related to organizational leadership.  Fundamental moral principles and cultural expressions are analyzed and the biblical basis for values and morality is studied.  Case studies emphasize the relationship of God and man in regard to professional and personal ethical choices. 

ORLD 430  Human Resource Management  (3 units)
Students will explore the key elements of the human resource management from the perspective of the “line manager” on the job.  In starting the module, the key focus will be on integrating biblical themes and principles with people problems on the job.  Once the biblical themes have been presented, students will gain a “hands-on” understanding of the California and federal labor laws regarding discrimination, selection, compensation, performance, discipline on the job and termination, while continually reflecting on the concept of “thinking Christianly” in the workplace. This course will meet the Writing Competency requirement.

ORLD 440  Principles of Management & Supervision  (3 units)
Students will study the nature of management principles and their application through the use of biblical concepts.  Motivational theory and application, leadership qualities and styles, and negotiation will receive special attention. 

ORLD 450  Organizational Ethics  (3 units)
The course in which the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as ethics in organizations, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world.  Ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the work place and classroom discussion.

ORLD 490  Research Project (Previously ORLD 481A and 481B) (3 units)
The course in which the student is assisted in selecting a leadership topic, the use of a computerized database, research techniques and enhancing writing skills.  Emphasis will be placed on the integration of biblical and secular sources in research relating to a specific leadership issue. Research will be applied by interviewing a leader in action, followed by a detailed report of the findings/conclusions and recommendations based on results of the study. The project manuscript will be written in the American Psychological Association (APA) style.

Prerequisite:  ORLD 350 Management Information Systems

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