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Through the undergraduate Transformational Leadership Program, not only does the College of Athens provide you with the practical skills necessary to transition seamlessly into the workforce upon your graduation, but we also make sure you will have a strong biblical worldview so that you make the transition responsibly.

A degree in Transformational Leadership with a concentration in Business provides you with a foundation in the basic skills used in any business. In addition, you will learn to think critically and understand sound business decision-making processes. You will have a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on entrepreneurship training mentored by real Christian business leaders through your apprenticeship experiences. 

To build your leadership and entrepreneurial skills, see the degree programs listed below:

Associate of Science in Transformational Leadership

Students who earn an Associate of Science in Transformational Leadership with a concentration in Business will help you:
-develop a strong understanding of their identity in Christ and of God’s Word before they pursue a career in any field; and
-complete general education undergraduate courses (science, English, mathematics, humanities) in a safe environment that honors and fortifies their Christian worldview;
-build a foundation for smart leadership and business principles

Program Completion Plan:
Associate of Science in Transformational Leadership with a concentration in Business
61 Credits
Completion Time: 4-5 Semesters

Christian Core Courses (30 Credits)
CS 101 Foundations of Faith
BS 101 Old Testament Survey
BS 102 New Testament Survey
CS 102 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 103 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
TL 403 Personal Spiritual Formation
CS 201 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 203 Discipleship Coaching I
CS 204 Discipleship Coaching II
CS 352 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness

General Education Requirements (16 Credits)
College Success
English Composition
Foreign Language or Biblical Language
Mathematics or Natural Sciences
Behavioral or Social Science
Humanities or Fine Arts

Business Courses (12 Credits)
TL 312 The Dynamics of Leadership
BA 412 Christian Entrepreneurship
BA 450 Enterprise Leadership
TL 330 Effective Leadership Communication or TL 470 Intercultural Communication

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship (3 Credits)
FIA 408 Leadership One-week Intensive in Action

Bachelor of Science in Transformational Leadership

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Transformational Leadership and a concentration in Business will have developed an exceptional capacity to lead others according to biblical principles in churches, in the marketplace, and internationally. They will understand and apply a foundation for smart leadership and business principles related to entrepreneurship and Christian business-as-mission.


Program Completion Plan:
Bachelor of Science in Transformational Leadership with a concentration in Business
Completion Time: 8-9 Semesters

Christian Core Courses (30 credits)
CS 101 Foundations of Faith
BS 101 Old Testament Survey
BS 102 New Testament Survey
CS 102 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 103 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
TL 403 Personal Spiritual Formation
CS 201 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 203 Discipleship Coaching I
CS 204 Discipleship Coaching II
CS 352 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness

General Education Requirements (31 credits)
College Success
English Composition
2 Foreign Language or Biblical Language courses
Mathematics or Natural Science
Behavioral or Social Science
Humanities or Fine Arts
4 General Education electives (Christian Ethics is required)

Business Courses (36 credits)
TL 312 The Dynamics of Leadership
TL 201 Characteristics of an Effective Leader
TL 330 Effective Leadership Communication
BA 412 Christian Entrepreneurship
BA 450 Enterprise Leadership
BA 410 Business as Mission I
BA 465 Effective Project Management
BA 445 Principles of Marketing
4 additional Business Administration courses

Electives (9 credits)
3 elective courses

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship (15 credits)
15 FIA credits across 2 or more semesters.

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