BPA 145 - Leadership

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Study leadership as a management style for effectively implementing change and working toward goals. Focus on an overview of leadership styles and skills, creating a vision for an organization, developing effective leadership structures, analyzing factors influencing leadership and developing the manager’s leadership goals.

Note: Typically offered at MC and OL; fall, spring, and summer terms.

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Differentiate between leaders and managers.

2. Explain the responsibilities and skills required to be an effective leader.

3. Identify their personal leadership style and philosophy.

4. Discuss the role of a leader in initiating change and helping others to adjust to change through coaching and motivation.

5. Describe the role a leader can play in managing conflict.

6. Explain the importance of strategic and culturally diverse leadership.