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Application of Advanced Leadership Theories


Course Description

In-depth study of leadership theories and discussions on how they apply to real-life situations. Students will explore leadership models, roles of leaders and followers, concepts of effective leadership, and identity and ethical issues within leadership. Students will practice observing, implementing, and evaluating leadership strategies in an organizational context.


Athena Title

Application of Adv Ldshp Theor


Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in ALDR 8110E


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Student learning Outcomes

  • By the end of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the evolution of leadership from the early 20th century until today.
  • By the end of this course, students will be able to compare and contrast prominent leadership theories and approaches.
  • By the end of this course, students will be able to identify and apply effective strategies for organizational leader-making in diverse contexts.
  • By the end of this course, students will be able to develop a personal vision plan for leading an organization in the 21st century.

Topical Outline

  • Introduction: Defining Leadership
  • Unit 1: Leadership Approaches - Trait Approach - Skills Approach - Behavioral Approach - Situational Approach
  • Unit 2: Leader Behaviors - Path-Goal Theory - Leader-Member Exchange
  • Unit 3: Leader Making - Transformational Leadership - Authentic Leadership - Servant Leadership
  • Unit 4: Embracing Differences - Leadership Ethics - Inclusive Leadership - Gender and Leadership
  • Unit 5: Group Dynamics - Followership - Team Leadership

Syllabus


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