Business Leadership Co-Major
In today's business world, organizations need interdisciplinary leaders who combine strong business fundamentals with advanced leadership capabilities. The Business Leadership co-major bridges this gap by integrating core business knowledge with specialized training in ethical leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational change management.
This innovative program prepares graduates to not only understand business operations but to lead with purpose, vision, and integrity. In a world where business practices are increasingly scrutinized and stakeholder expectations continue to evolve, this co-major develops professionals who can navigate complex challenges while driving sustainable organizational success.
Students graduating with the Business Leadership co-major will be able to:
- Apply fundamental business principles across functional areas while demonstrating advanced leadership competencies in decision-making contexts
- Develop and articulate ethical frameworks for business leadership that balance profit objectives with social responsibility and stakeholder interests
- Analyze organizational challenges using strategic thinking methodologies and implement effective change management solutions
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills essential for leading diverse teams and influencing organizational stakeholders
- Cultivate a personal leadership philosophy that integrates business acumen, ethical consciousness, and adaptability to changing business environments
• Part I (the Business Minor) provides non-FSB students with a foundational understanding of various functional areas of business and the necessary business foundation for Part II.
• Part II (the Business Leadership minor) develops professional and leadership skills needed to effectively lead and contribute to organizational success, specifically in change management, leadership, strategy, and business ethics.
Admission to Part II (the Business Leadership minor) requires application to the FSB Department of Management. For a non-FSB student to be admitted to pursue the Business Leadership (BL) co-major, the student must meet all of the following requirements:
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Completion of a minimum of 9 credit hours of Business minor courses, including:
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MGT 291
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One course from ECO 201 or ECO 202
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One course from ACC 221, ACC 222, or MGT 295
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A minimum GPA of 3.3 in the Business minor courses
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A minimum overall GPA of 3.2
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No academic integrity violations
FSB students can earn the Business Leadership minor but are not eligible to earn the Business Leadership co-major.
Students who complete the co-major will also not earn the minors.
Program Requirements
(30 semester hours)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Business Foundations | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Business | ||
or ESP 201 | Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Business Models | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
or ECO 202 | Principles of Macroeconomics | |
| Business Specializations | ||
| Select three of the following: | 9 | |
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | ||
or ACC 222 | Introduction to Managerial Accounting | |
| Legal Environment of Business | ||
| Introduction to Business Finance | ||
| Information Technology and Data Driven Decision Making in Business | ||
or ISA 235 | Information Technology and the Intelligent Enterprise | |
| Introduction to Management & Leadership | ||
| Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management | ||
| Business Concepts in Customer Engagement | ||
| Business Leadership | ||
| Complete the following: | ||
| MGT 415 | Leadership and Learning | 3 |
| MGT 416 | Leading Organizational Change | 3 |
| Business Ethics | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Ethics, Law, & Business | ||
BUS 217 | ||
| Social Entrepreneurship | ||
| Contemporary Issues (Business Ethics) | ||
| Strategy | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Applied Economic Analysis | ||
| Executive Decision Making and Strategy | ||
| Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making in Marketing | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Managerial Accounting | ||
| Accounting for Not-for-Profit and Governmental Organizations | ||
| Entrepreneurial Mindset: Creativity and Organization | ||
| Creativity in Entrepreneurship | ||
| Diversity and Cross-Cultural Management | ||
| Employee Engagement and Motivation | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
We strongly recommend that students who are considering pursuing the Business Leadership co-major consult with an academic advisor to develop a course plan to ensure they complete the necessary pre-requisite courses for the Business Leadership coursework. Specifically, students will need to complete MGT 291 (in the Business minor) in order to take MGT 415 and MGT 416 (in the Business Leadership minor).