Admission Requirements
Admission and entry requirements
Admission to the program requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicants may also need to submit letters of recommendation and a personal statement detailing their interest in organizational leadership and faith-based nonprofit work. Career Opportunities Nonprofit Executive Director Program Coordinator for Faith-Based Organizations Community Outreach Director Development Manager for Charitable Organizations Leadership Consultant for Nonprofits Church Administration Manager Grant Writer for Faith-Based Initiatives Important Notices The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly. HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education. HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals. Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization. The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services. Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise. Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title. This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements. Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule. Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals. Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status. Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Organizational Leadership Total program length | 135 semester credit hours Normal completion time | Four academic years General education | 36 credit hours Organizational leadership core | 78 credit hours Professional application courses | 15 credit hours Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 | None COM 101 | Introduction to Communication | 3 | None COM 101 | Public Speaking | 3 | None ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 | None HIS 101 | World History I | 3 | None PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3 | None SCI 101 | Environmental Science | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | None ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 | English Composition I (ENG 101) HIS 102 | World History II | 3 | None SCI 102 | Biology for Non-Majors | 3 | None IT 110 | Computer Applications & Digital Literacy | 3 | None MAT 110 | College Algebra | 3 | None CUL 201 | Cultural Diversity in Organizations | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites OLM 201 | Principles of Organizational Leadership | 3 | None PHI 201 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 | None POL 201 | American Government | 3 | None OLM 202 | Leadership Theory & Practice | 3 | None BUS 210 | Principles of Management | 3 | None STA 210 | Statistics | 3 | None BUS 220 | Organizational Behavior | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites BUS 230 | Business Communication | 3 | None BUS 240 | Human Resource Management | 3 | None BUS 250 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | None BUS 260 | Business Finance | 3 | None BUS 270 | Business Law I | 3 | None CUL 301 | Cross-Cultural Leadership | 3 | None ELE 301 | Organizational Psychology | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites OLM 301 | Team & Group Leadership | 3 | None CUL 302 | Global Workforce Management | 3 | None ELE 302 | Workforce Ethics & Compliance | 3 | None NPM 302 | Faith-Based Organizations & Governance | 3 | None OLM 302 | Ethical Leadership & Governance | 3 | None CUL 303 | Cultural Intelligence & Inclusion | 3 | None ELE 303 | Leadership Coaching & Mentoring | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites NPM 303 | Nonprofit Finance & Fundraising | 3 | None OLM 303 | Conflict Resolution & Negotiation | 3 | None ELE 304 | Public Policy & Leadership | 3 | None NPM 304 | Grant Writing & Resource Development | 3 | None OLM 304 | Organizational Change Management | 3 | None NPM 305 | Faith-Based Nonprofit Leadership Practicum | 3 | None BUS 310 | Operations Management | 3 | None Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites BUS 320 | Strategic Management | 3 | None CUL 401 | International Organizational Leadership | 3 | None OLM 401 | Strategic Leadership | 3 | None OLM 402 | Decision-Making & Problem Solving | 3 | None OLM 403 | Talent & Performance Management | 3 | None OLM 404 | Leadership Research Methods | 3 | None OLM 490 | Leadership Capstone Project | 3 | Completion of core courses in Organizational Leadership and Cultural Management Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites OLM 491 | Leadership Internship / Practicum | 3 | OLM 390 - Foundations of Leadership or consent of instructor