Program Overview
Lead with Confidence in a Rapidly Changing World
Today’s business environment is fast-moving and constantly evolving, with the business and financial sector projected to add approximately 963,500 job openings annually up to 2033, indicating robust demand for skilled professionals.
At Lipscomb University, our online Business Management & Leadership program prepares you to not just keep up - but to lead. You’ll gain a strong foundation in core business disciplines and sharpen essential leadership competencies. Complete coursework asynchronously online for flexibility with your schedule. We offer three concentration pathways, so you can curate a degree toward personal interests and career goals:
Our curriculum combines essential business knowledge with practical leadership development. Foundational courses in accounting, economics, marketing, management, finance and HR equip students with core business skills. Additionally, a unique set of applied leadership courses—focused on communication, drive, influence, planning, problem solving, and relationship building—develops real-world competencies. This integrated approach prepares students to lead with confidence, insight, and integrity.
I especially loved the courses I took online at Lipscomb. They stretched and grew me so much. I got to apply what I was learning directly to my job, which made everything feel so purposeful.
— Lauren Robblem, Production, Operations, and Store Manager of Nella Moon
Students in this program will be prepared to manage teams and drive results in any organizational setting. They will graduate with necessary skills to thrive in today’s ever-evolving business world. These skills include:
- Practical Leadership Skills: Communication, decision-making, influence, and team leadership.
- Strategic Business Knowledge: Core concepts in management, marketing, finance, and accounting.
- Career-Ready Competencies: Problem-solving, planning, and productivity skills that apply across industries.
Hospitality Management
- A Hospitality concentration prepares you to lead in the fast-growing world of events, tourism, and entertainment. Learn to manage teams, delight guests and bring ideas to life - whether you join a global brand or start your own business. Earn your degree online and take the next step in a career that brings people together.
Public Administration
- If you're passionate about serving others and strengthening communities, the Public Administration concentration will prepare you to lead in government or nonprofit roles. Through a faith-based, practical approach - including a real-world capstone project - you’ll gain the skills to shape policy, drive change, and make a lasting impact.
Supply Chain Management
- Earning your concentration in Supply Chain Management prepares you to drive efficiency, solve problems, and deliver results in logistics, project management or operations. Learn from industry pros with experience at companies like FedEx and Amazon, and apply what you learn right away. Boost your career with skills that make an immediate impact.
Assessment Credit: Earn up to 30 credits toward your degree through our assessment center. We offer a one-day, behavioral assessment experience that not only pinpoints your competencies but also gives you a personalized program for strengthening and adding to your competency profile.
Prior Learning: Get credit for prior learning through exams, portfolios or documented training—such as certificates, military experience or workplace education. Whether you're demonstrating knowledge by testing or providing documentation, these options can accelerate your path to a degree.
Transfer Credit: Earn up to 94 credits through transfer. We will evaluate your college transcripts and catalog to determine which course credits can be transferred.
How long are the courses?
Courses are completed over a period of 8 weeks.
Is there any on-campus or hybrid requirement?
There is no on-campus or hybrid component to this program. It is fully online with asynchronous coursework.
What can I do with this degree?
This degree is applicable to a variety of entry-level and even high-level positions in diverse industries, equipping you with the necessary skills to thrive with business and leadership fundamentals.
How much transfer credit can I get?
We can see which courses may earn you transfer credit. You may transfer up to 94 hours from a four-year college or 63 hours from a two-year college. Please note that the final 32 hours of your degree must be completed at Lipscomb. See our undergraduate catalog for details.
