This course is a survey of historical and contemporary writings on leadership skills, the role of the leader and the dynamic of the group. Examines the contextual manner in which the leader functions not only in personal leadership and development, but also organizational leadership and system theory books are read and discussed. The class will be run as a seminar with discussion hopefully resulting in personal insight. Reading and reflection are vital to the development of personal leadership skills and this course is focused on concerns individual leadership in terms of complex organizations. Leadership is the process of creating, sustaining and directing energy.
Leadership consists of both integrative and designative forces.
Humanistic and manipulative leadership inevitably coexist in most social situations. Reading and reflection are vital to the development of personal leadership skills. To provide a forum for instructor-student interactions and a classroom environment that enhances the quality of learning and the life of the student. To make learning fun. Coming to class on time, participation in discussions, and participation in activities are all important.