Leading People: The Practice, Theory, and Reality of Leadership (LEAD I)

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The principal goals of this course are to help students learn about leaders and the real-world context in which they function, gain self-awareness of their own leadership vision and values, understand the options they have for careers in management based on their own aptitudes, orientations and expertise, and develop the fundamental skills needed for success in a chosen career. Through a series of case studies, experiential activities, assessment exercises, group discussions, meeting leaders, and peer coaching, the course helps students understand the practice, theory, and reality of leadership in today's organizations, formulate their own career and life vision, assess their skills and abilities, and design a development plan to reach their objectives. The course enables students to see how effective leadership contributes to organizational performance and the production of value, and how for many organizations, effective leadership is the driver of competitive advantage. Credit for at most one of ORBH 250 and ORBH 396 can be applied to hours required for graduation. Prereq: Sophomore standing and an Academic Inquiry Seminar (AIQS) or SAGES First Seminar.