LDRS 515 Leading in a Global Context

An in-depth study of leading in a culturally diverse world. Students will explore the concepts of culture, worldview, identity, and purpose as those concepts relate to individual and organizational identity. Specific attention will be given to the psychological mechanisms influencing personal understanding of shared realities. Finally, the course will review ways leaders can create organizational climates that support connection and belongingness.

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. 1. Identify and explain interdisciplinary theories of cross-cultural differences in organizational, interpersonal relations, and communication.
2. 2. Critique the impact of globalization on organizations.
3. 3. Examine the influence of worldviews, individual and organizational identity, and culture on organizational functioning and productivity.
4. 4. Solve cross-cultural leadership and diversity-related complexities within organizations.
5. 5. Investigate and formulate evidence-based interventions which support cross-cultural inclusivity within organizations.