Course Description
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.
Athena Title
Leadership Personal Develop
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in ILAD 4100
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Prerequisite
Admission into Leadership Scholars Program or enrollment in the ILA Leadership Certificate Program
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will analyze personal leadership strengths and areas for growth through self-assessments, developmental exercises, and reflective journaling.
- Students will demonstrate effective communication skills by engaging in group-led case discussions, and articulating leadership insights through written reflections.
- Students will develop a comprehensive Personal Leadership Development Plan (PDLP) that integrates insights from assessments, coursework, and experiential learning to guide future leadership practice.
- Students will collaborate effectively in teams by taking on shared leadership responsibilities during simulations, class activities, and discussions, and contributing to group deliverables.
Topical Outline
- Self-leadership through Self-Awareness
- Leadership Traits, Attitudes, and Behaviors
- Interpersonal Skills for Leadership
- Vision, Goal Setting, and Action Planning
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement to Maximize Leadership Effectiveness
