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Personal and Organizational Leadership


Course Description

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.


Athena Title

Personal Org Leadership


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall and spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

The focus of this course is 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. Key leadership concepts are drawn from a variety of sources, including management, philosophy, and psychology literature.


Topical Outline

Module 1: Self-leadership through Self-Awareness Module 2: Leadership Traits, Attitudes, and Behaviors Module 3: Interpersonal Skills for Leadership Module 4: Vision, Goal Setting, and Action Planning Module 5: Innovation and Continuous Improvement Module 6: Motivation, Empowerment, and Performance Management Module 7: Organizational Change Module 8: Managing Organizational Culture


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