In today’s increasingly dynamic and global business environment, the BS in Leadership and Management prepares you with a unique blend of knowledge and skills that allow you to excel in the workplace. The degree provides a strong intellectual foundation in core management principles with an emphasis on leadership development, cross-cultural communication, quantitative reasoning, and team-building. Under the guidance of faculty members who possess practical experience in their respective areas of expertise, you will examine topics such as employee motivation and empowerment, new forms of marketing and advertising, and understanding and implementing sustainable alternatives in managing resources. You will select one of four concentrations in which to focus: human resources management; international business and global management; marketing, advertising, and public relations; or organizational management and development.
Graduates of this program are prepared to enter the corporate world, or to advance within it, as managers and business analysts in financial services, insurance, marketing and advertising, media, healthcare, entertainment, or tourism. Others pursue careers in nonprofit fields, including higher education, the arts, healthcare, research, or international causes. Some choose to become entrepreneurs or to pursue an advanced degree.
Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS) Admissions
Admission to undergraduate programs in the NYU School of Professional Studies Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS) requires completion of a high school diploma or GED. Admissions decisions are made through a holistic review process. Visit the SPS Admissions website for detailed application requirements and deadlines.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:
Students can articulate and apply a deep understanding of global citizenry, embrace diversity, and the ability to navigate complex international landscapes.
Students will be able to apply critical and logical thinking skills, demonstrating the ability to integrate objective analysis with subjective judgement.
Students are able to plan, develop, and deliver communication and collaboration across cultural boundaries.
Students are able to identify, articulate, and respond appropriately to cultural nuances, language differences, and diverse perspectives to build and lead multicultural teams.
Students will recognize the technical features, select and use appropriate cutting-edge technologies and digital tools to drive innovation, optimize processes, and make data-driven decisions in a rapidly evolving global business environment.
Students demonstrate a motivation and ability to promote sustainability when developing and implementing strategies that balance economic, social, and environmental considerations, ultimately contributing to the long-term well-being of organizations and communities.
Students can explain and apply foundational knowledge of key business disciplines such as finance, accounting, and economics.
Policies
Program Policies
Liberal Arts Core: Students are required to take a selection within each category. (6 courses, 26 credits) This requirement may be satisfied by the courses included in the course list, or by other pre-approved courses that match the requirements and learning outcomes of each liberal arts category upon advisement.
Liberal Arts Electives: Students select 34 credits from all undergraduate-level courses that match the requirements and learning outcomes of the DAUS liberal arts core categories upon advisement. This requirement can be filled by any of the LAS Common Core courses not used to complete the LAS Common Core requirements.
General Electives: Students may select any combination of SPS undergraduate courses upon advisement, and may also choose electives from this program’s major electives listed courses. The course list is a sample of elective courses that may be of interest to students in the BS in Leadership & Management program.