Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership

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The Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership (BAS-OL) at Mississippi State University equips students with strong leadership skills to thrive in today’s workplace. Designed for career-focused professionals, this program blends academic theory with real-world application, emphasizing critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and strategic problem-solving in order to confidently navigate organizational challenges.

Who Should Apply

This program is ideal for individuals who have completed a technical or applied associate degree—such as an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Technology (AAT)—from an accredited community college or military institution. Whether you're transitioning into a leadership role or seeking to elevate your current career path, the BAS-OL program provides a seamless bridge to a four-year degree.

Program highlights:

Flexible Learning Format: Study 100% online or choose hybrid options to fit your lifestyle and career demands.
Career-Focused Curriculum: Coursework is designed with working adults in mind, emphasizing leadership in diverse, global, and virtual environments.
Practical Skill Development: Gain expertise in organizational strategy, communication, and ethical leadership to meet the evolving needs of today’s employers.
Mississippi State Quality: Learn from experienced faculty dedicated to academic excellence and student success.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition per credit hour	$419.00
Instructional Support Fee per credit hour	$25.00

Tuition and fees listed are subject to change and do not include all possible charges. Additional fees may apply. Please refer to the master class schedule for individual course charges.

Efficient Timeframe

Full-time students can complete the BAS-OL degree in as little as two years (four semesters), making it an efficient path toward career advancement.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Organizational Leadership program are equipped to lead in a variety of sectors, including:

Business and Corporate Management
Education and Training Administration
Nonprofit Leadership
Government and Public Service

Program Structure

To graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership, students must complete a minimum of 120 hours.

30	Hours of General Education
+39	Hours of Major Core
+6	Hours of University Electives
+45	Hours of Technical Electives (may include approved technical credit in discipline)
120	Hours to Graduation

Degree Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership degree:

Students must complete a minimum of 120 hours.
- Up to 60 hours transferred from an accredited community college may be transferred, with a maximum of 45 hours allowed for technical credit. Technical credit must be approved to count towards the degree.
- 60 hours must be completed at an accredited four-year university.
- 30 hours must be upper-level (courses numbered 3000 and above) major core coursework.
- A minimum of 30 credit hours must be taken at MSU.
Students must have: (all three)
- a 2.00 MSU GPA in order to graduate
- a 2.00 overall GPA in order to graduate

Transfer Credit

Students may transfer up to 60 hours from an accredited community college, with a maximum of 45 hours allowed for technical credit.
Students may transfer up to 86 credit hours from an accredited four-year university.
For students who have a combination of the two: Students can transfer up to 86 hours from accredited institutions, but MSU will only accept 60 community college hours.
Half of the program (60 hours) must come from an accredited four-year university.
Upon admission to the university, the Registrar’s Office will evaluate transfer credit to determine how it transfers to MSU.

Admissions

If you have never attended Mississippi State University, please complete the online Undergraduate Admissions Application.

You will choose Applied Science (BAS) in  Organizational Leadership as your major and Online Education as your campus.
Request that official ACT or SAT scores be sent to MSU.
Request that your high school send your official transcript. Faxed transcripts will not be accepted.
Submit a separate official final transcript from each college or university attended; faxed transcripts will not be accepted. An applicant may not ignore previous college attendance and must list all colleges attended on the application for admission. You must be in good standing at the last college or university attended.
If you are able to submit official transcripts and other documentation electronically, you may send them to admit@msstate.edu.
If you are unable to submit official transcripts and other documentation electronically, you may send them via U.S. Postal Service to:
Office of Admissions & Scholarships
P.O. Box 6334
Mississippi State, MS
39762
All new admits will pay non-refundable application fee online.

Readmission

If you have previously attended Mississippi State University, you will need to apply for Readmission.

Once you are readmitted, if you are not a former Bachelor of Applied Science student, please contact your advisor so she may change your major and campus as well as advise you for the upcoming semester.
Submit a separate official final transcript from each college or university attended; faxed transcripts will not be accepted. An applicant may not ignore previous college attendance and must list all colleges attended on the application for admission. You must be in good standing at the last college or university attended.
If you are unable to submit official transcripts and other documentation electronically, you may send them via U.S. Postal Service to:
Office of Admissions & Scholarships
P.O. Box 6334
Mississippi State, MS
39762

There is no fee for readmission applications.

Academic Advising

After gaining admission to the university, you must contact your assigned advisor to determine the courses most appropriate to take. Before the upcoming semester, your advisor will send an email to your MSU email account, making course recommendations based on your program of study.

Mississippi State University uses email as its official means of communication with all MSU students. Please check your MSU email account (NetID@msstate.edu) daily. Information on setting up your MSU email can be found at the link for student services.

Program Reminders

If you want to deviate from the program of study recommended for you, check with your advisor.
If you take courses not on your recommended program of study, there is a risk that the classes will not count toward your degree.
A student may not receive a BAS degree if the student already has a bachelor's degree.

All programs of study are subject to review by the Registrar's Office for graduation, even from a signed program of study. Courses that do not equal MSU courses exactly may or may not apply to your program as core courses.