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Organizational Leadership

The Organizational Leadership minor develops the leadership, communication, and teamwork skills needed to succeed in today's organizations. Students explore leadership, conflict resolution, organizational change, diversity, and team effectiveness to become more impactful leaders.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
Fully Online
Organizational Leadership students at EIU

Why Study Organizational Leadership at EIU?

  • Develop leadership skills applicable across business, nonprofit, government, and community organizations.
  • Gain practical knowledge in organizational change, conflict resolution, and team effectiveness.
  • Enhance communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills valued by today's employers.
  • Complement any major with leadership and management competencies that support career advancement.
  • Learn from experienced faculty focused on improving organizational performance and workplace success.
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Organizational Leadership | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Organizational Leadership at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Analyze real-world organizational challenges and develop leadership-based solutions.
  • Apply conflict management strategies through case studies, discussions, and group activities.
  • Explore organizational change and improvement initiatives using practical workplace scenarios.
  • Collaborate in team-based projects that build leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Evaluate diversity, inclusion, and workplace culture issues affecting organizational effectiveness.
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Hands-On Experience, Organizational Leadership students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Organizational Leadership Minor prepares students to develop the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills needed to lead effectively in today's diverse and evolving workplaces. Through coursework focused on leadership, organizational change, conflict management, team development, diversity, and continuous improvement, students learn how to influence positive organizational outcomes and support high-performing teams.

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Luke Steinke
Professor | Program Coordinator of Organizational Development
lsteinke@eiu.edu
3503 Lumpkin Hall
217-581-6271
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Gabe Grant
Professor and Chairperson
gjgrant@eiu.edu
1030 Klehm Hall
217-581-5762
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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