The Associate in Science in Leadership Development degree program was designed with Philadelphia’s leading employers to prepare busy adults to be customer experience leaders. The program provides a foundation of leadership principles that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Graduates will earn two certificates of proficiency in addition to the degree.
What You Can Expect
What You Will Learn
Credits:
61
Transfer Credits:
Up to 30 transfer credits can be applied to this degree
Format:
Online and Hybrid formats
Per Credit Tuition:
$600 per credit
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*Tuition is based on current Peirce College tuition and does not include fees or books.
Emergency Student Aid grants are available for Peirce students. Grants can be used to pay off balances, cover tuition, buy books, and for all costs of attendance, including food, rent, childcare, and transportation. Learn more.
| INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: | Min. Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PRC 100 or 101 | Peirce College 101 | 1 |
| BIS 111 | Application Software Fundamentals | 3 |
| COM 112 | Speech Communication | 3 |
| COM 202 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG 103 | Rhetoric and Research | 3 |
| HUM 102 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| MAT 101 | Introduction to College Mathematics | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SCI | Science Core (choose 1) | 3 |
| PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: | Min. Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 100 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| MGT 114 | Essentials of Customer Service | 3 |
| MGT 119 | Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace | 3 |
| MGT 126 | Organizations and People | 3 |
| MGT 130 | Introduction to Supervision and Management | 3 |
| MGT 132 | Process Management | 3 |
| MGT 210 | Applied Management Concepts | 3 |
| ELE | Elective Courses (choose 4) | 12 |
| Total | 61 | |
First, apply any previously earned transfer credits you have, or, if you’re a working adult, speak with your enrollment specialist about credit for prior knowledge. You will start by enrolling in the Certificate of Proficiency in Client Service. Once you complete the first certificate, you are ready for the Certificate of Proficiency in Quality Service Management. After you complete both certificates, you will need only 30 more credits to earn the AS in Leadership Development degree.
The entire associate degree applies directly to Peirce’s Organizational Leadership bachelor’s degree program, so you can continue building on your success. And, with Peirce, you get flexible courses that fit your busy schedule.
Apply today to take your first step toward a rewarding and fulfilling career.
For more information about potential customer service and leadership careers for Peirce graduates, visit our Business Careers page.
Our Leadership Development program prepares you to become a vital contributor to your company as an account representative, sales representative, call center manager and other customer-facing roles. Graduates will be prepared to continue their education at the bachelor’s degree level.
This entire associate degree applies directly to Peirce’s Organizational Leadership & Management bachelor’s degree program, so you can continue building on your success.
Most companies are constantly looking for ways to improve the experience they provide to customers. In most industries, an organization’s ability to deliver the best service can set it above the competition.
Peirce’s Leadership Development program will help you build strong customer experience and leadership skills and provide you with three credentials for your resume that demonstrate your preparedness for a variety of customer-facing positions.
“Strong customer service and leadership skills are needed everywhere. Today’s employers are seeking individuals who not only have industry-focused knowledge, but transferrable customer service skills. A degree in Leadership Development can help you find the career you’re looking for.”
Charlene Glenn, Ed.D.
Interim Dean of Graduate Studies and Business Programs
Interested in a degree in Leadership Development? Contact an Admissions Representative and get started with your application. You can also apply using our online application.
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