EDD802 Leadership Theory (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): or Co-requisite EDD809  
This course focuses on applied theories of leadership behavior and current academic research on leadership. It surveys the concepts of leadership effectiveness: leaders as change agents, and leaders as servants. The role of leadership in organizational communication, control, empowerment, and conflict resolution are analyzed. Current academic leadership literature is critiqued.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Analyze and evaluate leadership theories.
2. Analyze and evaluate the development of organizational vision and implementation of change strategies.
3. Analyze the role of ethics in leadership theories.
4. Analyze the impact of diversity and culture on leadership theories.
5. Analyze and evaluate relevant academic studies of leadership.