BASM 302 - Introduction to Leadership

5 credits

Prerequisites
Admission to BASOM or BS program.

This course provides an introduction to leadership in private and public organizations. Historical to current leadership theories, leadership principles, and theoretical concepts will be compared and contrasted. Students will integrate theory into ‘real world’ and present day scenarios, and assess the implications to organizations and to leaders while formulating individual leadership styles and skills.

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

• Compare and contrast major leadership theories and summarize the core principles and implications of each.

• Assess their personal leadership style(s) and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of those approaches in diverse workplace contexts.

• Apply appropriate leadership theories to analyze organizational scenarios and justify chosen approaches based on contextual needs.

• Evaluate group leadership processes and analyze how alignment with organizational rules and norms influences group cohesion and outcomes.

• Explain the dynamics of power and organizational culture, and evaluate their role in either supporting or undermining organizational effectiveness and employee well-being.

Note
BAS-OM program core course.