Organizational Leadership Course

Course Description:

This course focuses on leadership skills applicable to a business, government, non-profit, or academic setting. This course includes instruction in structure designing, leadership dynamics, finance, team building, conflict resolution and mediation, communication, and alternative management skills.

Course Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the Organizational Leadership course, the student will be able to:

• Critically evaluate leadership theories and practices and their application across business, government, non-profit, and academic organizations.
• Design and justify organizational structures and leadership systems that align with strategic and operational objectives.
• Integrate financial principles into leadership decision-making, including budgeting, performance evaluation, and resource optimization.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams through advanced motivation, collaboration, and talent management strategies.
• Apply conflict resolution and mediation frameworks to effectively manage organizational disputes and change initiatives.
• Demonstrate advanced communication and influence skills in diverse organizational and cultural contexts.
• Assess and implement alternative and contemporary management approaches to address complex, dynamic organizational challenges.
• Exhibit ethical, responsible, and inclusive leadership in organizational governance and strategic decision-making.

Number of Credit Hours: 3 credit hours