The DEL degree at the University of Charleston is designed for individuals who already have leadership experience and are seeking further preparation for high-level executive roles. The curriculum features courses with a heavy focus on leadership theory, philosophy, and research application.

The EdD in Leadership Studies at Louisiana State University features the opportunity to learn within one of three concentrations: Leadership Studies, Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management, or Health Communication & Leadership. All concentration areas come along with a required core course lists that features multiple classes in leadership theory, practice, and change.

The PhD in Leadership Studies at Gonzaga University begins with a group of foundational courses focusing on leadership and organizational theory. From there, students are exposed to a wide variety of course options that allows individuals to tailor their learning to their own leadership interests while remaining true to the study of leadership as a science.

The PhD in Leadership Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University focuses on the development of students’ leadership philosophies to build their capacity as effective leaders in a variety of disciplines. This course work, while research based, is designed to challenge the personal growth of students.

The DSL degree at Liberty University is tailored specifically for those individuals interested in leadership skills in the business world. Coursework in leadership theory and organizational change is designed for practical business management.

The MSL at Southwestern College focuses on the practical application of research-based leadership styles and practices. The program claims a specific focus on developing leaders in military, government, health care, and education.

The MSL at Austin Peay provides concentrations in Strategic Leadership, Community Leadership, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. The program description highlights a focus on the growth of personal leadership skills.

Unlike many other Masters programs that focus on the management aspects of athletic administration, the University of Wisconsin offers coursework with a focus on leadership, particularly among coaches.

The Johns Hopkins program focuses their core coursework on the behavior of leaders as change agents and crisis managers. The additional elective courses allow students to choose a focus between heath care leadership, business or project management, or general leadership development.

The University of Colorado’s MSOL program seeks to differentiate itself from the traditional MBA by focusing on leadership skills instead of management skills. The program allows for students to focus on one of four areas: strategic leadership, human resources, leading innovation, or organizational communication.

Coursework in this BSOL focuses on organizational theories as well as leadership skills such as decision-making, critical thinking, and conflict management.

The BS in Leadership Science at Austin Peay specifically targets student learning in the area of leading operations and leading people. The long list of leadership courses includes classes in the use of power, innovation, and studying the science of leadership.

Rather than focusing on business and management, the BA program at Arizona State is designed to provide students education and strategies to enhance strategic planning and employee motivation in an organization.

Limited to students enrolled in the school’s ROTC programs, the UTSA bachelor’s degree in Strategic Defense and Leadership is designed to enhance student’s leadership skills for service in public or private sectors.

The UMass program includes two emphasis areas to complete the core coursework in their bachelor’s program. Students can select a focus in Organizational Administration or Supply Chain Systems to supplement their core learning in leadership theory and organization behavior.