LDRS 500 Foundations of Leadership

An introduction course in Leadership that sets the basis for the student's leadership method. Through examining the various styles of leadership and an introspective exploration into the importance of personal values, attitudes, and strengths in being a leader, this course will set the groundwork from which the student will begin to develop their own personal leadership philosophy.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Understand styles of leadership, risks and benefits, strengths and limitations, and the situations in which they can best serve the shared work, as we develop our own perspectives on leading
2. Explore in depth - servant, transformational leadership and spiritual leadership
3. Examine how personal values and ethics affect leadership and their importance in the workplace
4. Learn how to communicate effectively including describing and applying the practices of polarity management, ladder of inference, dialogue, and humble inquiry in leading teams
5. Understand the importance of empowering others in leadership
6. Develop an evolving personal leadership philosophy