Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership & Learning 100% Online
BSOLL Online Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Learning (BSOLL) is an ideal way for adult professionals with extensive work experience to complete a highly versatile bachelor’s degree and propel their career forward.
UofL's online BSOLL is a skills-driven degree completion program designed to prepare you for career advancement or changes in today’s competitive and evolving workforce.
Choose from 9 specialized tracks to fit your career goals and become an even more valuable member of any company or organization.
Earn Credit for Prior Learning!
Enrolled BSOLL students can earn college credit for prior learning and work experience through a designated course and assessment. This provides an opportunity to earn up to 48 credit hours tuition free – up to $26,832 in savings – and graduate faster.
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Application Deadlines
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Check out the typical application deadlines for the Organizational Leadership and Learning degree program at UofL:
| Preferred Deadline | Term | Start Date |
| August 1 | Fall I | August |
| October 1 | Fall II | October |
| December 1 | Spring I | January |
| February 1 | Spring II | Late February |
| May 1 | Summer | May |
Note: We admit students on a rolling basis. The preferred deadlines help you complete the application process on time, be notified of acceptance and enroll before the term begins. We review applications as they become complete, and admit students for a specific term up to the day classes start. We recommend you work on and submit your complete application well in advance of the preferred deadline, as obtaining transcripts and other materials may take more time.
BSOLL Online Degree Highlights
- Earn up to 48 credit hours tuition-free for prior learning, which can save you up to $26,832 in tuition cost and time to graduation
- Acquire in-demand skills such as leadership, project management, talent development, organizational change
- Gain resume-boosting digital badges from industry partners including IBM, Google, Microsoft, Adobe and more, included in various courses at no additional cost to you
- Finish your bachelor's degree online within 3 semesters (with full-time enrollment status)
- Choose from 9 specialized tracks:
- Leadership, Training & Organization Development
- Healthcare Leadership
- Project Management for the Modern Workforce
- Digital Leadership/IT
- Climate, Equity and Opportunity in the Workplace
- Human Resource Development
- Counseling and Human Relations
- Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
- Career and Technical Education
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"I was very much in a place of seeking. I was trying to identify what was next... This program unlocked freedom for me. It helped me see inside, to identify what my unique passion and gifts are."
BSOLL Degree Tracks
This flagship track is designed for business professionals who want to gain overall leadership knowledge applicable across a broad range of industries, those who have substantial work experience and some college credit and are seeking a non-specialized undergraduate leadership degree, as well as those who are currently serving or have previously served in the military.
The online Healthcare Leadership (HCL) track is designed for individuals with 2,000 hours (or approximately one year) of healthcare experience who are seeking a competitive advantage and the proper credential for development, increased pay or promotions within their organization.
This track features a unique set of healthcare leadership courses, different from the BSOLL core, tailored to expand students’ skill set for career advancement within a wide range of healthcare settings. It will enrich the capabilities to lead and manage organizational change adeptly and improve performance metrics.
This track is designed for business professionals who want well-rounded skills in managing a multitude of projects in any industry and those who seek a pathway to a project management role or career.
This track goes beyond traditional project management knowledge, providing students with the opportunity to expand their expertise and successfully respond to organizational change in areas of technology, logistics and personnel management, effective communication, data analysis and efficiently built structures.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be prepared to pursue the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or the Project Management Certification (PMP).
This track is for business professionals who seek to develop their leadership skills as well as their knowledge of Information Technologies (IT). The curriculum focuses on organizational and employee effectiveness, work morale and more, while also providing broad-based technology implementation knowledge.
This track is designed for working professionals across all industries, seeking to pioneer and efficiently implement better opportunities, climate, efficiencies and community engagement efforts in the workplace. The innovative curriculum is beneficial for those wanting to start or advance their career in leadership, HR, talent acquisition/recruitment and climate opportunity positions.
This track is specifically designed for business professionals who want to start or advance their career in the Human Resource field.
Our courses help you develop fundamental knowledge of Human Resources as well as the analytical and strategical skills necessary for the modern HR role, focusing on coaching and talent management, mediating conflict, data analytics needed to understand human dynamics in the organizational environment, employee satisfaction and more.
Successful completion of this program will help prepare graduates for the Certified Professional Human Resources (PHR) exam.
In this track, you can become a well-rounded leader by developing foundational knowledge of mental health needs, methodologies and techniques for support within culturally diverse populations as applicable to leadership and management roles. You can acquire interpersonal skills to tactfully resolve conflict, negotiate solutions, build relationships and healthy workload support systems, which culminate in authentic leadership.
This track prepares you to help at-risk learners in low-income or impoverished communities by developing core pedagogical knowledge and communication skills—allowing you to more effectively work with children as well as their families or caretakers.
This track is designed specifically for occupation-based career and technical education instructors in Kentucky technical centers or secondary schools who want to pursue a change in rank. Courses focus on teaching career and technical education, evaluation, instruction, and classroom management skills. Graduates receive a Rank I from the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board by completing the CA-1 form.
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs requiring a bachelor’s degree are projected to grow by 6% between 2024 and 2034, with bachelor’s degree holders earning, on average, 46% more than those with only an associate degree. With more than 300,000 job openings each year seeking candidates with a bachelor’s degree, there’s no better time to start or finish your degree.
| Job Growth Projection | Median Annual Salary | Yearly Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| 6% by 2034 | $92,000 | 300,000+ |
The Organizational Leadership and Learning online degree is intentionally built to support the realities of working professionals balancing full lives and multiple responsibilities, just like you.
Whether you’re balancing school with work, returning after time away or facing academic or personal challenges, our team provides one-on-one guidance, access to resources and personalized strategies to help you succeed.
Take the next step with confidence - we are here to support your academic journey, from start to finish!
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