C/LA 490B - Making a Difference with Leadership

(1‑3 units)

Prerequisite: Must have completed 30 units.
Topics of special interest in the liberal arts for intensive study. Examines leadership from theoretical and practical perspectives, including trait, behavioral and contingency models. Focuses on skills essential for creating organizations in which people can develop their potential as leaders. Topics include: leadership styles, communication, motivation, decision-making, group dynamics, integrity, teams, culture, diversity, and change.

May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.