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Introductory Course
Undergraduate Studies 2020:Foundations in Leadership
3 Credit Hours
Course Objectives:
Cognitive goals:
To understand the complex nature of leadership in today’s society
To understand the existing and emerging philosophies, theories and models of leadership
To understand the principles of leadership as they apply to and are shaped by various academic disciplines
To understand ethical issues facing leaders and the enactment of values such as responsibility, democracy, fairness, and justice
To understand their own leadership styles and implications associated with these styles
Attitudinal goals:
To increase the self-awareness of students as individuals, leaders, and team members
To respect the worth and dignity of all people and understand the premise of inclusive leadership
To be sensitive to their impact on others
To gain an understanding of ethical responsibilities as leaders
Behavioral goals:
To demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others in a group
To demonstrate the ability to use and integrate various theoretical approaches to leadership in analyzing and solving problems
To demonstrate effective skills in reading, writing and oral presentation
To demonstrate the ability to effectively use computer technology to collect, disseminate and present information, including web, email, PowerPoint, etc.