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Business Leadership Co-Major

Business Leadership Co-Major

In today's business world, organizations need interdisciplinary leaders who combine strong business fundamentals with advanced leadership capabilities. The Business Leadership co-major bridges this gap by integrating core business knowledge with specialized training in ethical leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational change management.

This innovative program prepares graduates to not only understand business operations but to lead with purpose, vision, and integrity. In a world where business practices are increasingly scrutinized and stakeholder expectations continue to evolve, this co-major develops professionals who can navigate complex challenges while driving sustainable organizational success.

To enroll in the Business Leadership co-major, please see the Admission Requirements below.

Program Information

Admission Requirements

  • Access to the co-major should be accomplished by first declaring the Business minor in order to access courses in Part I and meet admission requirements
  • Admission to Part II (the Business Leadership minor) requires application through the Change of Program form located on the FSB Advising Homepage
  • For a non-FSB student to be admitted to pursue the Business Leadership co-major, the student must meet all of the following requirements:
    • Earned credit for MGT 291
    • A minimum of 6 credits of Business Minor courses completed at Miami University from the following options:
      • One of ECO 201 or 202
      • One of ACC 221 or ACC 222
      • MGT 295
      • FIN 301
    • A minimum GPA of 3.3 in the Business minor courses completed at Miami University
    • A minimum overall GPA of 3.4 in courses completed at Miami University
    • No academic integrity violations while at Miami University

Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with the Business Leadership co-major will be able to:

  • Apply fundamental business principles across functional areas while demonstrating advanced leadership competencies in decision-making contexts
  • Develop and articulate ethical frameworks for business leadership that balance profit objectives with social responsibility and stakeholder interests
  • Analyze organizational challenges using strategic thinking methodologies and implement effective change management solutions
  • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills essential for leading diverse teams and influencing organizational stakeholders
  • Cultivate a personal leadership philosophy that integrates business acumen, ethical consciousness, and adaptability to changing business environments

Course Requirements

Part I
  • Business Foundation (select two of the following)
    • ECO 201 (3 credits) - Principles of Microeconomics
      • or ECO 202 (3) - Principles of Macroeconomics
    • ESP 201 (3) - Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Business Models
      • or MGT 111 (3) - Introduction to Business
  • Business Specialization (select three of the following)
    • ACC 221 (3) - Introduction to Financial Accounting or ACC 222 (3) - Introduction to Managerial Accounting
    • BLS 342 (3) - Legal Environment of Business
    • FIN 301 (3) - Introduction to Business Finance
    • ISA 211 (3) - Information Technology and Data Driven Decision Making in Business
      • or ISA 235 (3) - Information Technology and the Intelligent Enterprise 
    • MGT 291 (3) - Introduction to Management & Leadership
    • MGT 295 (3) - Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management
    • MKT 211 (3) - Business Concepts in Customer Engagement
Part II
  • MGT 415 (3) - Leadership and Learning
  • MGT 416 (3) - Leading Organizational Chang
  • Business Ethics (select one of the following)
    • BLS 465 (3) - Ethics, Law, & Business
    • BUS 217 (3) - Sustainable Business Solutions
    • ESP 331 (3) - Social Entreprenuership
    • MGT 490 (3) - Contemporary Issues (Business Ethics)
  • Strategy (select one of the following)
    • ECO 409 (3) - Applied Economic Analysis
    • MGT 495 (3) - Executive Decision Making and Strategy
    • MKT 395 (3) - Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making in Marketing
  • Electives (select one of the following)
    • ACC 333 (3) - Managerial Accounting
    • ACC 468 (3) - Accounting for Not-for-Profit and Governmental Organizations
    • ESP 252 (3) - Entrepreneurial Mindset: Creativity and Organization
    • ESP 351 (3) - Creativity in Entrepreneurship
    • MGT 304 (3) - Diversity and Cross-Cultural Management
    • MGT 414 (3) - Employee Engagement and Motivation

Departmental Notes

  • 30 credit hours
  • Open to non-business majors only
  • The term "co-major" is unique and indicates that students must complete a primary major in any academic division at Miami University
  • Students who complete the co-major, will not earn the Business and Business Leadership minors.
  • Refer to the 2025-2026 General Bulletin for course pre-and/or co-requisite requirements
  • For more information, visit the FSB website: fsb.MiamiOH.edu