UPI Study Colleges Newlane University Foundations of Leadership
Newlane University Transfer Credit · Business 205

Social & Behavioral Science GE at Newlane.

Earn this Newlane University equivalency through UPI Study's Foundations of Leadership — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Foundations of Leadership — transfers as Social & Behavioral Science GE at Newlane University
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Foundations of Leadership
Business 205 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Newlane University recognizes as
Social & Behavioral Science GE
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: Business 205
DEAC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Newlane University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Newlane
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of foundations of leadership, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Evaluate classical and contemporary leadership theories in depth, analyzing their applicability in diverse organizational contexts
  • Apply various leadership styles effectively in real-world scenarios, examining the ethical, social, and legal dimensions of leadership in contemporary organizations
  • Develop advanced communication and interpersonal skills, utilizing decision-making models and quantitative analysis for informed business decisions
  • Resolve conflicts within teams and organizations using effective management strategies, and investigate leadership challenges in a global business environment
  • Cultivate a global mindset in business management, assessing the role of corporate social responsibility and ethical leadership; promote diversity and inclusion in leadership
  • Implement management principles to enhance leadership effectiveness and navigate complexities in diverse team environments; formulate mission and vision statements
  • Demonstrate proficiency in leadership communication and implement effective meeting management strategies
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to leadership in the workplace Classical & contemporary leadership theories Leadership styles & traits Charismatic, transformational & transactional leadership Leadership & management functions The four functions of management Effective leadership & leadership theories Power types, authority & influence Decision-making models & processes Communication skills in leadership Ethical, social & legal responsibilities Corporate social responsibility & ethics Leadership in work groups & teams Virtual teams & emotional intelligence Managing conflict & conflict resolution Leadership in the global business arena Cross-cultural communication & diversity
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Newlane University's registrar. Newlane applies the equivalency: Social & Behavioral Science GE.

Pricing

Foundations of Leadership — two ways to enroll.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Foundations of Leadership → Newlane.

📚 About Foundations of Leadership
What is Foundations of Leadership?
Foundations of Leadership is a college-level business course covering core concepts in management, strategy, ethics, or operations. It is Business 205 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to apply key business concepts to real-world situations, make more informed decisions in professional contexts, and demonstrate college-level competency in the subject area.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, one assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted as follows: Quiz 20% · Assignment 30% · Final Exam 50%. A score of 70 or above is required to pass.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About Social & Behavioral Science GE at Newlane
What is Social & Behavioral Science GE at Newlane University?
Social & Behavioral Science GE is one of the general education categories required for Newlane's degree programs. It covers coursework in the relevant academic domain — designed to give students broad foundational knowledge as part of a balanced degree. Students must complete a defined number of credits in this category as part of either the Associate or Bachelor's program.
Will Foundations of Leadership fulfill Newlane's Social & Behavioral Science GE requirement?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Newlane University, UPI Study's Foundations of Leadership (3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits) is recognized as Social & Behavioral Science GE credit. This appears on the Newlane equivalency chart. The credit posts to your Newlane transcript once UPI Study transmits the official transcript.
What other UPI Study courses also transfer as Social & Behavioral Science GE at Newlane?
Several UPI Study courses fulfill Newlane's Social & Behavioral Science GE bucket — including Business Communication, Business Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Globalization and International Management, International Business, Leadership and Organizational Behavior, Leading Organizational Change, Project Management, and more. The complete current list of equivalencies is on the Newlane equivalency chart.
How many Social & Behavioral Science GE credits do I need for my Newlane degree?
Newlane's general education requirements vary between the Associate (60 credits total) and Bachelor's (120 credits total) degrees. Within those, students must complete a defined set of GE credits across multiple categories including Social & Behavioral Science GE. Newlane accepts up to 75% of total degree credits as transfer credit, so you can fill most of your Social & Behavioral Science GE requirement with UPI Study courses. Check Newlane's current academic catalog for exact category minimums.
If I've already filled my Social & Behavioral Science GE requirement, can Foundations of Leadership still count?
Yes — if your Social & Behavioral Science GE category is full, Foundations of Leadership can typically be applied as elective credit at Newlane's discretion, as long as you have not exceeded the 75% (90-credit) transfer maximum for your Bachelor's. Contact Newlane's registrar or your academic advisor to confirm placement before enrolling if you are close to the transfer cap.
🔄 About transferring to Newlane
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Newlane degree?
Newlane University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Newlane under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Newlane.
Do I need to enroll at Newlane first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Newlane enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Newlane when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Newlane?
Once you complete Foundations of Leadership, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Newlane University. Newlane's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Social & Behavioral Science GE) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Foundations of Leadership for your Newlane credit.

What is Foundations of Leadership?

Foundations of Leadership is a course about how people guide teams, make decisions, and influence organizations. It introduces major leadership theories, leadership styles, and the relationship between leadership and management, with attention to communication, authority, and workplace decision-making.

How the course teaches you

Foundations of Leadership is a 3-credit course that can be completed online at your own pace, with video lessons, quizzes or assignments, and a final exam. When you finish, the course appears on your transcript as Business 205, and Newlane University recognizes it as Social & Behavioral Science GE, which counts toward a general-education requirement.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical skills in communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and ethical leadership, which can help in team settings, supervision, and everyday problem-solving. At Newlane, that credit can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy by filling a Social & Behavioral Science GE slot instead of taking another course for the same requirement.

Skills you walk away with

Compare classical and contemporary leadership theoriesApply leadership styles to workplace situationsUse decision-making models for business choicesCommunicate effectively in leadership rolesManage conflict within teams and organizationsWrite mission and vision statementsPlan and run effective meetings

Taking this course toward Newlane

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for review and Newlane University applies the credit as Social & Behavioral Science GE if it matches the transfer evaluation. That GE recognition means the course can satisfy part of Newlane’s general-education plan rather than sitting as an unused elective. Newlane allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of the degree, so this course can be one piece of a larger transfer strategy. Because Newlane is competency-based and its bachelor’s degree is a flat $1,500 total, students often use transfer credit like this to reduce how much remains to be completed at the university.

Who this course is for

This course makes sense for students who want a Newlane transfer option that earns general-education credit while also learning leadership fundamentals that apply in work and organizational settings. It is especially useful for students trying to stay within Newlane’s transfer limits, since up to 90 credits or 75% of the degree may transfer, and for those building toward a Social & Behavioral Science GE requirement. It is not the best fit if you only want a narrow technical elective with no general-education value at Newlane.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Newlane.

Newlane University is DEAC-accredited and competency-based — you progress by demonstrating mastery. The entire bachelor's degree is a flat $1,500 total, and up to 75% of degree credit can come from transfer.

What Newlane offers UPI students
$1,500 flat total for a bachelor's
Competency-based, fully self-paced
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
No textbook or surprise fees
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward a degree
$1,500
Flat total degree cost

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Newlane University.