Concordia University Wisconsin
Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Leadership
Wisconsin Township, USA
BA
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
TUITION FEES
USD 500 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
An online, faith-centered program built for career-driven professionals.
Finish your degree with confidence.
The Communication & Leadership program is designed for individuals seeking to complete their bachelor’s degree and transition into a more meaningful and influential role at work. This program is designed for adults seeking a flexible, supportive, and faith-driven pathway to develop as confident communicators, ethical leaders, and problem solvers in today’s complex world.
The Communication & Leadership program combines practical workplace communication skills with Christian servant leadership, cultural awareness, and critical thinking.
Versatile
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Leadership
For working adults
It’s designed for adults balancing work, family, and life with 100% online coursework, 8-week classes, and personalized academic support that helps you stay on track and finish strong.
This versatile degree fits a wide range of industries, including business, nonprofits, healthcare, ministry, customer service, education support roles, communications, community organizations, human resources, and more.
What to expect
- Designed for returning adult learners. Short 8-week courses and flexible pacing make it easy to complete your degree while working full-time.
- Lead with Christian purpose. Learn how faith, ethics, and servant leadership shape effective influence in workplaces, families, and communities.
- Practical skills that apply immediately. Courses help you strengthen essential skills employers value everywhere. such as communication, leadership, critical thinking, conflict resolution, and teamwork.
- Support at every step. Christian faculty, tutoring, and advising help you stay confident and connected throughout your degree.
- A foundation for future growth. This degree provides excellent preparation for graduate programs in social work, business, communication, counseling, or ministry.
This program is offered through Concordia University Wisconsin, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Graduate Study Pathway
This degree is an excellent launch point for adult learners who want long-term growth and upward mobility. Add an MBA (Master of Business Administration) to your bachelor's degree in our MBA Fast-Track program. In just five years, earn two college degrees. Enhance your skillsets and your value when you enter the workforce after college graduation. Plus, you will save on tuition when you take your first graduate business courses as an undergraduate.
Throughout the program, you’ll develop skills that help you lead with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
You’ll explore:
- Christian perspectives on leadership and how to lead with integrity
- Interpersonal and organizational communication, including workplace relationships
- Collaborating with diverse people and teams
- Ethical decision-making and servant leadership
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Presenting information clearly and professionally
- Understanding cultural dynamics and leading across differences
- Analyzing and interpreting data to make informed decisions
This versatile degree opens doors in nearly any field.
For example:
- Team Lead or Supervisor
- Office or Operations Manager
- HR Assistant or Coordinator
- Communications Specialist
- Program Coordinator
- Customer Experience Manager
- Nonprofit leadership
- Training and Development Support
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Employee Relations Roles
Required Core Courses
- Statistics I (Counts as Core - Natural World: Mathematics)
- Social Psychology in the Workplace (Counts as Core - Social World)
Required Courses
- Student Success Strategies
- Speech Communication
- Academic Writing and Research
- Group Dynamics
- Contemporary Studies
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Relations
- Professional Writing Seminar
- Servant Leadership
- Multicultural Leadership


