This program is not accepting students into the Social Responsibility and Leadership Development minor course of study at this time.
The Social Responsibility and Leadership Development minor educates students for leadership roles in various fields, complementing academic programs such as business, management, accounting, political science, legal studies, communication, environmental studies, sociology/anthropology, criminology, criminal justice, women and gender studies, African American studies, health professions and more.Calendar
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An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.
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If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on your application status page.
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You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Training and Development Managers
Bright OutlookPlan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Median Annual Wage
$133,000
Wage Range
$79,550 – $233,600
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate
Training and Development Specialists
Bright OutlookDesign or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectivenes
Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.
Median Annual Wage
$69,280
Wage Range
$38,760 – $123,250
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Associate’s degree
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, hea
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Median Annual Wage
$52,100
Wage Range
$34,670 – $98,310
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree
Wind Energy Development Managers
Bright OutlookLead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.
Median Annual Wage
$141,900
Wage Range
$74,300 – $238,270
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Master’s degree
Natural Sciences Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Median Annual Wage
$167,220
Wage Range
$79,710 – $316,850
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-doctoral training, Master’s degree
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.
Median Annual Wage
$171,270
Wage Range
$120,810 – $262,760
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Associate’s degree
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