ACED-151 - Leadership Development - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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The purpose of this course is to study current leadership thinking and behavior in organizations and in CED. It also explores the relationship leadership has to power and decision-making in those settings. The emphasis in this course is on developing a better understanding of self and one's role as a leader.
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Part of the:BUSINESS Department
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Prerequisites : ADMN 130, ADMN 121, ACED 100, or permission of instructor.
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master's Degree.
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Office Hours:
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1.5 Per Week
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Contact Hours:
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45
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50 - 70%, Final 30 - 50%, Total 100 %.
Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
define leadership and describe its significance to the practice of CED;
describe and define basic theories and concepts of leadership;
identify personal leadership styles and skills and to learn how to adapt and use them effectively;
explain how a leader mobilizes potential for high productivity;
describe how a leader uses resources effectively;
discuss the qualities of an effective communicator;
describe the different characteristics of a leader;
explain how a leader deals with power, culture and difference;
identify the steps a leader takes to solve problems;
build on existing and Develop new leadership skills; and
develop a personal approach to effective leadership by integrating personal leadership style and experiences with leadership theory.
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Text and Materials:
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Nahavandi, Afsaneh. The Art and Science of Leadership. 2nd edition. New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 2000.
Chapman, Elwood N. and Sharon Lund O’Neil. Leadership Essential Steps Every Manager Needs to Know. New Jersey: Prentice Hall, 1999.
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Other Resources:
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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Education Council approved December 2000.
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