BA 3710 Leadership
Course Description:
Leadership BA 3710 is a study of the theory and practice
of leadership compared and contrasted to management. A
history of leadership is also reviewed along with current
trends and models. Students will assess, develop and present
a leadership model to cultivate leadership in their own lives.
Textbook:
Leadership: Research Findings, Practice, and Skills; Dubrin, A. J. Houghton Mifflin.
Prerequisite:
BA 2010 Principles of Management
Specific Concepts to Address:
- Management vs. Leadership
- Trait approach and behavioral approach
- Charismatic and transformational leadership
- Contingency and situational leadership
- Styles of leadership
- Power and politics
- Motivation
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
Suggested Emphases:
- Distinguish between leadership and management
- Personal analysis of one's own leadership strengths and weaknesses
- Work environment analysis and the implications for leadership in it
Helpful Documentation:
- Current resume
- Job description for each management position held
- Recent performance evaluation with applicable signatures
- Letter from immediate supervisor documenting your leadership
- Documentation of formal training courses that have been completed (i.e. certificates)
