SS1213: Intro to Leadership

A three-credit hour lecture course designed to immerse the student in the understanding and practical application of leadership principles. Introduction to Leadership is designed to provide students with an understanding of the history of leadership, theoretical approaches, and concepts. As students master the fundamentals of leadership, they will be encouraged to apply them in different environments. Leadership topics including goal setting, vision, personal leadership philosophy, decision-making, team building, delegating, initiating change, managing conflict, ethics, and leadership through service will be discussed and experienced. Instruction will center around a written journal, active participation, written assignments, tests, and a service-learning project.