Students learn the importance of message construction and channel selection, building credible leadership styles, and influencing individuals and groups to work toward a common purpose. Dr. Seibold has taught at UCSB and other major universities, including the University of Illinois and Purdue University for more than 20 years. He has been involved in a number of important research projects in communication and serves as a communications consultant to major corporations in the United States and abroad. He is currently the Chair of the Organizational Communication Division for the International Communication Association. 6550 Hollister Ave.
Every organization has diverse cultures that constantly influence decision-making.
To effect positive change, or to create strong consistent values within an infrastructure, leaders need to be aware of workplace attitudes that impact management styles and must be able to implement models that support organizational ethics and policy. This course explores how carefully thought-out personal and professional values can enhance leadership decisions and how building strong ethical and procedural models can be a positive influence for workplace morale, creative energies, and productive attitudes. Ms. Umana is currently teaching Alternative Dispute Resolution at the University. She received her training at the Harvard Program on Negotiation and the Harvard Mediation Project. She has also worked as a court mediator for civil, criminal, and family dispute resolution in Boston and Santa Barbara.