Women in Executive Leadership

Catalog description

Examines the functional and conceptual analysis of the elements of executive leadership through the lens of female executives. Focuses on a survey of successful leaders from different aspects of management including the arts and entertainment; education; politics and public policy; science and technology and finance. The emphasis of this course will be on women holding executive positions within the fields of education and entrepreneurship. Topics covered will include an extensive exploration of the values and attitudes great leaders share; the managerial traits leaders share; how to grow as a leader; how do leaders successfully impart their vision on an organization; and an examination of the “special challenges” faced by female leaders serving in an executive role.