2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AOLS 101 - Applied Theories of Management and Leadership
PREREQUISITES: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 083 - Reading Strategies for College and ENGL 093 - Introduction to College Writing , or ENGL 095 - Integrated Reading and Writing or ENGL 075 - Co-Requisite Integrated Readin
PROGRAM: Applied Organizational Leadership Studies
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2021
Examines the theory and practice of leadership. Reviews both historical and current leadership and management research, trends, and models. Leadership is compared and contrasted with management. Transcends beyond examining theory to developing and presenting a leadership model relevant to today’s work/life environment.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Identify and evaluate leadership theories to understand the role of an effective leader.
2. Recognize and analyze the qualities, actions, traits, and behaviors associated with leaders who inspire change.
3. Recognize effective leadership practices that motivate and influence others to achieve organizational effectiveness.
4. Describe the challenges of leading diverse groups of people.
5. Describe the major motivational theories.
6. Recognize the role leaders play in creating an inclusive work environment.
7. Utilize leadership theories and integrate these elements into an individualized leadership plan.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Leadership theories
- Strategic leadership
- Motivation theories
- Influencing change
- Ethical leadership and diversity
- Inclusive work environment
- Differences between management and leadership
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