Finish your degree with confidence.

The Communication & Leadership program is designed for individuals seeking to complete their bachelor’s degree and transition into a more meaningful and influential role at work. This program is designed for adults seeking a flexible, supportive, and faith-driven pathway to develop as confident communicators, ethical leaders, and problem solvers in today’s complex world.

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Program Overview

The Communication & Leadership program combines practical workplace communication skills with Christian servant leadership, cultural awareness, and critical thinking.

For working adults

It’s designed for adults balancing work, family, and life with 100% online coursework, 8-week classes, and personalized academic support that helps you stay on track and finish strong.

This versatile degree fits a wide range of industries, including business, nonprofits, healthcare, ministry, customer service, education support roles, communications, community organizations, human resources, and more.

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What to Expect

Designed for returning adult learners. Short 8-week courses and flexible pacing make it easy to complete your degree while working full-time.

Lead with Christian purpose. Learn how faith, ethics, and servant leadership shape effective influence in workplaces, families, and communities.

Practical skills that apply immediately. Courses help you strengthen essential skills employers value everywhere. such as communication, leadership, critical thinking, conflict resolution, and teamwork.

Support at every step. Christian faculty, tutoring, and advising help you stay confident and connected throughout your degree.

A foundation for future growth. This degree provides excellent preparation for graduate programs in social work, business, communication, counseling, or ministry.

What you'll learn

Throughout the program, you’ll develop skills that help you lead with clarity, compassion, and confidence. You’ll explore:

  • Christian perspectives on leadership and how to lead with integrity
  • Interpersonal and organizational communication, including workplace relationships
  • Collaborating with diverse people and teams
  • Ethical decision-making and servant leadership
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Presenting information clearly and professionally
  • Understanding cultural dynamics and leading across differences
  • Analyzing and interpreting data to make informed decisions
This program is offered through Concordia University Wisconsin, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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