Program details
Expected duration: 4 years
The Leadership and Organizations major draws on foundational courses in organizational behaviour and organizational theory to build insight into successful leadership.
The Leadership and Organizations major prepares you to:
- motivate and engage a diverse workforce
- navigate organizational power and politics
- manage organizational change
- negotiate
- resolve conflicts, and make decisions effectively
- lead sustainable, responsible, and ethical organizations.
Leadership and Organizations is an ideal second major in combination with any of the functional majors at Asper. The skills learned in a Leadership and Organizations major will equip you to more effectively analyze, advocate, lead and manage.
Choosing a major
In the Asper Bachelor of Commerce program, students typically choose a major at the beginning of their third year. Each student must declare at least one major and present a minimum Degree Grade Point Average of 2.00.
It is important to make sure you are following the correct program requirements for your chosen major. The best way to do this is to email an Asper program advisor or call the Asper Help Line at 204-474-6388.
Sample course offerings
- LEAD 3010: Negotiation and Conflict Management (3 credit hours)
- LEAD 3020: Team-Building and Diversity (3 credit hours)
- LEAD 3030: Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (3 credit hours)
- LEAD 4010: Leading Change (3 credit hours)
- LEAD 4020: Leadership, Power, and Politics in Organizations (3 credit hours)
- GMGT 3010: Management Decision-Making (3 credit hours)
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Co-op opportunities
Before you graduate, you have a chance to explore different career paths, professions, industries, companies, majors and build a professional network to kick-start your career.
International exchange opportunities
Stand out to future employers with international study experience. Living abroad expands your horizons and demonstrates that you're willing to take risks and solve problems under challenging circumstances.
