LDRS 500 Foundations of Leadership

An introductory course surveying core leadership theories, styles, and skill sets. Students will learn the history of leadership theory development, the strengths and weaknesses of current theories, and various antecedent concepts. In addition, students will begin to explore the ethical challenges of leadership. Finally, students will be challenged to retrospectively explore the importance of personal values and attitudes in their own personal leadership. 

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. 1. Define leadership and its antecedent concepts.
2. 2. Understand theories and styles of leadership as applied in context.
3. 3. Demonstrate effective leadership communication, including listening and oral and written modalities.
4. 4. Critique potential leadership strategies via case studies, discussion, and research.
5. 5. Compare and contrast a variety of leadership modalities as applied in context.
6. 6. Identify and evaluate ethical challenges in leadership.
7. 7. Evaluate and analyze personal leadership strengths and weaknesses.