BS Community Leadership at The Ohio State University

The community leadership program at Ohio State equips students with knowledge and skills needed to exert a positive influence in a future leadership role. The community and extension education specialization provides students with the knowledge and skills to promote positive change through learning partnerships that strengthen individuals, families and communities. The leadership specialization prepares students with the capacity to embrace change and lead others in adapting, managing and directing change in an individual, organization or community context. Offered at: Columbus.

Faculty: Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

Students majoring in community leadership complete courses in leadership theory, organizational leadership, communication, community development, campaign design, ethics, innovation diffusion, interpersonal skills, and program development and evaluation. Community and extension education In this specialization, students will gain skills through practical, hands-on experiences in Ohio communities. This specialization also provides a strong foundation for future educators in the Cooperative Extension System through courses in teaching and learning, program development, volunteer management, and leadership.

Career pathways

Students majoring in community leadership have many career options. A few of the possibilities include the following: - 4-H youth development specialist - Civic engagement - Community development specialist - Extension professional - Human resources - Leadership development specialist - Non-profit organization administrator - Member relations specialist - Professional development specialist -.

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