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Kickstart your future with a leadership and management degree or certificate program

Leadership requires a unique blend of big-picture thinking, an eye for detail, and a strong ability to inspire those around you. Good leaders in organizations of all sizes understand how to motivate teams through challenging periods, communicate a company’s vision to create buy-in, influence strategic decision-making, and achieve growth. 

Earning an education in leadership and management here at DeVry can boost your confidence and skills as you prepare to reach new heights in your career:

  • Grow your salary potential — earning a bachelor’s or master’s degree can increase your potential earnings, compared to a high school diploma alone. 

  • Go hands-on with technology, tools, and case studies to immerse yourself in industry knowledge and develop a robust leadership skillset made for today’s modern leaders. 

  • Boost your leadership skills by learning to use AI tools to optimize everyday business tasks and manage people and projects more efficiently.

  • Develop emotional intelligence to become an effective leader, motivate teams, and work collaboratively toward business goals. 

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Find the right leadership or management program for you

Whether you're aiming to learn technical knowledge for a leadership role in a specific industry or want to sharpen your people skills to level up your career, choosing a program that fits your needs can help you unlock new opportunities.

Explore our leadership and management degree and certificate programs:

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Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to delivering the education you deserve.

Institutionally, DeVry University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

Additionally, many programs in our leadership and management area of study have been awarded programmatic accreditation or recognition, aligning with industry standards in business, project management, and human resources. Learn more about ACBSP-accredited program outcomes and student achievement.1

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Leadership and management careers

A career in leadership can be dynamic, rewarding, and full of opportunities to influence the people around you and drive business strategy. A leader’s work centers around driving innovation and growth, making critical operating decisions, and managing your employees’ skillsets to maximize outcomes. 

Depending on your experience, management jobs you might consider include:

  • Company leader or manager

  • General or operations manager

  • Management consultant

  • Organizational development manager

  • Strategic planning manager

You’ll have unlimited access to our Career Services offerings as a student and long after. Reach out any time for resume advice, interview prep, and more to strategically position yourself and your new skills to hiring managers.  

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Pursue your potential in this growing field

Opportunity for aspiring leaders is on the rise. While actual local growth may vary, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects a whopping 1.1 million management jobs to open each year on average, nationally, between 2024 and 2034.

Why study leadership and management at DeVry

We collaborate with industry partners and professional committees to regularly update our leadership and management degree programs to make sure the business skills you learn in class reflect those used by today’s modern workplaces: 

  • Strong management training: You’ll learn professional skills guided by expert faculty to empower you to confidently lead teams and management workflows.

  • Opportunities for career advancement: A leadership and management degree can open doors to higher-level job opportunities, helping you climb the career ladder and push toward your goals. 

  • Transferable business skills: You’ll gain practical skills relevant across many industries, like conflict resolution, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision-making, so you’ll be ready to lead in the area you’re passionate about.  

Level up your learning

Here at DeVry, many of our programs offer you the opportunity to earn multiple credentials and showcase new skills at each milestone. For example, you’ll automatically earn a related graduate certificate in many of our master’s programs so you can boost your resume and celebrate your academic achievements along the way.2 

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Develop versatile skills with leadership and management courses

Learn to navigate complex organizational dynamics, drive growth, and help companies thrive while you build essential skills like process development, people management, and conflict resolution. You’ll also discover how emerging technology influences the way modern leaders work with their teams in today’s future-forward workplaces.

Some topics you’ll explore in your leadership and management courses include:

  • AI’s impact on leadership

  • Building structures and processes

  • Managing organizational change

  • Negotiation skills

  • Performance management

  • Problem-solving

  • Strategic decision-making

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Attending Keller Graduate School of Management has been a memorable experience for me. I enjoyed that every professor and staff member had some real-life experience related to the course material. Choosing DeVry has genuinely been one of the best decisions I have made for myself and my future.
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Frequently asked questions

What jobs can you get with a leadership and management degree?

When you earn a leadership and management degree, some of the jobs you might pursue include:

  • Account manager
  • Business manager
  • Human resources manager
  • Operations manager
  • Project manager
  • Sales manager

How much do leaders and managers earn?

A leader or manager’s salary can vary based on experience, education, and the company or industry in which they are employed. For a general understanding of a leader’s or manager’s earning potential, we recommend referencing data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Is a management and leadership degree worth it?

Yes, a management and leadership degree is worth it if your plans include pursuing higher-level roles, increasing your earning potential, or leveling up in your professional development. Here at DeVry, you’ll learn practical skills like management strategies, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and more to help you lead in a wide variety of industries.

What skills are essential for leadership and management roles?

Some essential skills for leadership and management roles include strong communication, decision-making, and people management. Effective leaders are able to think strategically, solve problems, manage time and projects, and adapt to change to effectively lead their team. As the needs of the workplace continue to change, learning emerging skills like artificial intelligence is also key for the future, and you can build your AI fluency in many of our leadership programs here at DeVry.

What is a leadership and management program?

A leadership and management program teaches you how to effectively manage and motivate individuals and teams. You’ll develop interpersonal abilities like communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution, as well as learn to inspire your team to dig deep when time is tight or priorities have changed.  

Leadership and management programs, like our Master’s in Business Administration, also teach industry skills like AI, project management, problem-solving, and resource allocation, which are widely applicable skills you can take into any professional environment.   

What is the difference between leadership and management?

In short, leadership is about inspiring people to work toward a goal or idea, while management is about making sure work gets done efficiently and effectively. 

Leaders build trust and foster an environment that embraces innovation and change, and have their eyes set on long-term goals and outcomes. A manager may be more focused on the processes and frameworks that allow a team to get closer to their goals day by day. A manager’s job centers more on the short-term plans, direction, and resource monitoring that a team needs to get where they’re going.

What is the best course to become a manager?

The best leadership and management courses for you depend on your career goals, the industry you want to work in, and the specific skills you want to develop. For example, courses in our Bachelor’s in Business Management provide a strong foundation in leadership, marketing, budgeting, data analysis, and more. This program is a good fit if you’re getting ready to pursue management roles. 

Coursework in our Master’s in Business Administration explores key business principles on a deep level. Our MBA program is a great option if you’re looking to become a manager, as it provides an advanced education in business and management concepts. You’ll also explore the latest artificial intelligence tools used in business today so you can build the AI fluency hiring managers and companies of all sizes are looking for in today’s shifting job market.

Why is it important to learn about leadership and management?

Learning about leadership and management can help you make a positive impact at your company and on those you work with. Experienced, emotionally intelligent leaders and managers are drivers for success in their organizations. Whether you’re leading a small team or overseeing a company, developing strong leadership skills can help you navigate challenges, inspire others to grow, and achieve goals efficiently.

How do I apply for a leadership and management program at DeVry?

Applying is quick and easy:

  1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process.
  2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
  3. Enroll in your first courses: Once you have applied and are accepted, we’ll help you build your schedule.

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1Conferral and Assessment data: Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP-accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see the Accreditation page.

2Future programmatic changes could impact the ability to earn additional credentials en route to an eligible degree program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

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