Students who specialize in Leadership Studies will explore theories of leadership; leadership styles; the making of a good leader; obstacles to leadership as well as the role of diversity (race, gender, ethnicity, ability) in leadership locally and globally; and the cultural and cross-cultural dimensions of leaders and leadership. This specialization provides an opportunity for those seeking to advance their careers into positions of leadership by providing the framework for studying what it means to be a leader and develop their own leadership styles. For course descriptions, visit the course catalog.
Required Courses:
- Foundations in Leadership (LDR 1010)
Electives (choose four):
- Intercultural Communication (COM 4531)
- Leaders as Change Agents (LDR 2010)
- Leading Teams (LDR 2440)
- Leadership: Principles, Power and Persuasion (LDR 2780)
- Leadership in Times of Crisis (LDR 3200)
- Effective Leader – Followers Models (LDR 3350)
- Ethical Leadership (LDR 3760)
- Organizational Behavior (MGT 3120)
- Ethics and Social Responsibility (MGT 3430)
- Gender and Diversity in Leadership (WGS 2310)