Leadership Studies Course Descriptions
LDST 1301 Introduction to Leadership Studies
An introduction to the study of the leadership process. Includes the examination of philosophies, contemporary theories, research, and core themes of leadership. Focus is on servant leadership. May have Service learning (SL) component.
LDST 2333 Leadership Skills Development
The development of individual and interpersonal leadership skills, personal efficacy, teamwork, motivation, goal setting, communication and collaboration. Students identify and develop core leadership competencies and critically examine the relationship between personality and leadership styles.
LDST 2334 Personal and Organizational Leadership
The review, identification, articulation and examination of personal philosophy, moral and ethical attitudes, and ethical behavior as it shapes leadership practice. The study of systematic organizations such as schools, business, government, community and civic activities and major models of leadership including servant leadership. Study of laws governing organizations and analysis of equity in economic, political and social rights in these organizations.
LDST 2335 Leadership for Community Engagement
Examination of the role of modeling, ethics, diversity and community development in the leadership process. Study the role of communication in sustained advocacy efforts and the processes of change in communities. Students apply techniques for embracing, supporting and leading change. May have Service learning (SL) component.
LDST 3325 - Leadership, Diversity and Culture
Examination of effective leadership across cultures. Focus on the social, cultural, historical and political issues impacting leadership in organizations such as public schools, public and private organizations, and government. Survey of the legal and ethical responsibilities of leadership in diverse cultural contexts. Study the connections between effective leadership, institutional culture, diversity, partnerships, and community development to effect positive change.
LDST 3327 Special Topics in Leadership
Advanced study of contemporary leadership issues through the practice of the “change agent” leadership role by implementing and evaluating evidence-based change process. Focus is on reflective leadership as individual and collective process for change.