• Focus on leadership development and people management.
• Explore how your future business profession can help transform the lives of your employees and customers.
• Learn conflict transformation and organizational behavior from an institution world-renowned for this emphasis.
• Build your cross-cultural competencies through immersive learning experiences.
• Apply your learning in real-world situations provided by practicum and internship experiences.
• Add a concentration in finance to prepare for careers in banking, investment and financial analysis.

• Gain internship experience in local businesses.
• Learn from faculty mentors with extensive industry experience.
• Practice your entrepreneurial skills in collaborative projects and pitch contests.
• Attend the national MEDA conference, which brings together successful business owners who also work in social justice and sustainability.
• Get involved with the EMU Center for Innovation and Leadership (CIL) to launch your innovative ideas for business, engineering, creative design and leadership. 

Students in this major will be well-suited for managerial or leadership positions in organizations and businesses, and careers in human resources, higher education, and administration. Employers are looking well-rounded individuals with excellent "soft skills" who relate well to the people around them. The curriculum offers room for adding minors such as accounting or finance.

The job outlook for graduates with organizational leadership skills is excellent, with projected growth of 9% according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

• 99% of undergrads receive financial aid
• The average assistance package is over $37,000
• Over $21 million in aid is awarded each year

Financial aid packages often include:

• Grants and scholarships
• Work-study positions
• Loan opportunities

Learn more by contacting  EMU's Financial Assistance Office or checking out our net price calculator.