An in-depth self-examination of skills, personality, attitudes, and behaviors to increase self-awareness of leadership competencies. Students will also examine theories of leadership to develop insights for their personalized leadership development. Activities include individual assessments, a ropes course, personal leadership development plan, and learning journal.

An in-depth self-examination of skills, personality, attitudes, and behaviors to increase self-awareness of leadership competencies. Students will also examine theories of leadership to develop insights for their personalized leadership development. Activities include individual assessments, a ropes course, a personal leadership development plan, and learning journal.

Job search issues and career and life planning. Assists students in making the transition from the academic community to the work environment. At the conclusion of the class, students should be better able to make decisions relating to their future career directions and successfully execute a self-directed job search.

Job search issues and career and life planning. Assists students in making the transition from the academic community to the work environment. At the conclusion of the class, students should be better able to make decisions relating to their future career directions and successfully execute a self-directed job search. Students will be taught skills related to effective internal and external consulting in order to facilitate the service-learning project requirement for ILA fellows.

The research and design phase of the Institute for Leadership Advancement’s service-learning project component for Leonard Leadership Scholars. The curriculum will focus on how to manage a change initiative within a non-profit organization. Topics will include qualitative research, benchmarking, project management, and problem solving.

Examines leadership in business organizations. It covers how organizational leaders guide, support, influence, and meet the needs of their followers. Topics include developing employees, increasing engagement, leading teams, leveraging diversity, and building and changing corporate cultures. Students will apply the knowledge and skills they learn through service-learning projects.

Exploration of the various aspects of business leadership on a global level through a study abroad trip. Specifically, students will study leadership principles from a global perspective and then apply them to solve real-world problems and issues through a class project.

This course focuses on addressing the issues associated with leading with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in mind. We will incorporate a broad survey of theory, research, and practice on DEI topics. Self-assessment, case analyses, experiential exercises, and discussions are used to develop the personal and interpersonal skills needed to lead diverse teams in the global work environment. Topics will include self-awareness, understanding differences, group dynamics, and conflict management. Service-learning projects will also be a part of this class.

This course focuses on personal and organizational leadership and incorporates a broad survey of theory, research, and practice on leadership in formal organizations. Self-assessment, case analyses, experiential exercises, and discussions are used to develop the personal and interpersonal skills needed in leadership roles.

Successful leadership involves grasping and managing well-being, both personally and for others. Many leaders learn this through challenging experiences, often lacking exposure to scientific insights on happiness and fulfillment. Understanding and applying such knowledge is essential for enhancing personal wellness and fostering the well-being of those they lead.