Leadership is essential and linked to the success or failure of most organizations. Leadership skills are important to have because a good leader may bring out the best abilities in his/her team members and guide them to work together in achieving a shared goal. A good leader is also organized and keeps the team on track and focused, and is prepared to make important decisions. This course provides students with a theoretical and practical link between management and leadership work and practice. The student will gain insight into leadership processes at differing levels in organizations, how they relate to and are embedded in organizations and society, and how leadership impacts organizational structures, interactions, and policies. The course provides a solid theoretical foundation to lead in both public and private sector organizations. Overall, it will give the student a varied look at the complex phenomenon that leadership poses.

Main Subjects

• Evolution of leadership theories and practice
• Emerging leadership styles such as empowering leadership, responsible leadership, value-based leadership, and dyadic leadership behaviors
• Contemporary issues in leadership, such as virtual leadership
• Developing leadership skills
• Leadership in teams and decision groups 
• Cross-cultural leadership and diversity