Credit Distribution
Required Courses (15 Credits)
| class=sc-coursenumber sc-programtable-column-1 MAN-2100
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MAN-2100 Principles of Management | Principles of Management | 3 |
| class=sc-coursenumber sc-programtable-column-1 LDR-3050
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LDR-3050 Foundations of LeadershipEmployees perceive some managers as difficult to work for and feel like they don't really "get it." Other individuals in management roles are so incredible they earn the respect and support of everyone who works for them. What makes some leaders flop and others shine? In today's world, there is a growing awareness of the need for effective leadership throughout organizations, communities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and government. In this course, students analyze major theories and models of leadership, evaluate the effectiveness of these theories in a practical context, and apply various leadership approaches through a case study format. In addition, students explore, expand, and improve their personal and practical approach to leadership and management for real-world applications. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Foundations of Leadership | 3 |
| class=sc-coursenumber sc-programtable-column-1 MAN-3110
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MAN-3110 Organizational BehaviorOrganizational Behavior provides a framework for understanding and successfully managing the interactions between individuals, groups, and organizations. Topics include the roles of individuals within organizations, group processes and leadership styles, organizational communication, and the impact on society of organizational culture. A continuing emphasis on ethical behavior connects the course with contemporary concerns. Advisory: This subject may be classified as either social sciences (PSY-3610) or business (MAN-3110) depending on the degree program. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| class=sc-coursenumber sc-programtable-column-1 LDR-3450
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LDR-3450 Leading Organizational ChangeThis course builds on the ideas introduced in LDR-3050: Foundations of Leadership, strengthening the framework of the practice of leadership. Leading Organizational Change provides an in-depth exploration of the leader's primary role in organizational change and develops skills and tools that can be put to use in real leadership practice. Each student will have the opportunity to examine and discuss the leader's role, to consider how the leader can inform real or simulated change practice, and to reflect on how the leader plays a role in the success of any change initiative regardless of complexity. During this course the student engages in linking leadership theory used in Foundations of Leadership with the challenge of successfully navigating the process of implementing change initiatives. Advisory: This course is best taken after LDR-3050: Foundations of Leadership. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Leading Organizational Change | 3 |
| class=sc-coursenumber sc-programtable-column-1 MAN-3760
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MAN-3760 Leadership CommunicationLeadership Communication is an introduction to the study and practice of leadership from a communication perspective with particular focus on understanding leading as a symbolic process. Students examine communication concepts and skills that will increase their effectiveness as leaders in a variety of leadership contexts (small group, organization, community, and society). Students also learn how to deal with issues of culture, gender, and ethics as well as how to handle crises and participate in leader development. Students will assess and develop their leadership communication styles, behavior, and skills, and apply course concepts to real-world settings. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Leadership Communication | 3 |
Students select one 3-credit elective from the following:
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MAN-4150
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MAN-4150 Change ManagementThis course provides students with an introduction to principles of managing change in organizations including different thinking styles regarding change management, and the basic principles that apply to any complex change process, and practical application on how to work with individuals, teams, and organizations to master change. The course provides students with knowledge of change and the change process, an understanding of the challenges to change, models to follow to manage change, and communication strategies regarding change and consolidating change into the organization. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Change Management | 3 |
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LDR-3240
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LDR-3240 Leaders in HistoryThis course focuses on historical perspectives on leadership: first, on real leaders over thousands of years who demonstrated leadership within multiple contexts (including politics, reform movements, diplomacy, military, business, church, sports, and art); second, on writers/scholars/leaders from different historical eras and contexts who wrote about leadership and whose writings provide a means of understanding leaders acting in history. Together, these two elements of the course will reinforce each other and provide students with the opportunity to reflect on links between leadership practices and leadership concepts across a broad spectrum of world history. The course introduces a diverse group of historical leaders: both men and women; leaders of different races and ethnicities; and persons of different national/cultural backgrounds. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Leaders in History | 3 |
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LDR-4190
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LDR-4190 Nonprofit LeadershipThis course provides students with comprehensive knowledge and approach to nonprofit leadership and management. The course covers areas essential to effective leadership in today's nonprofit organization including governance, director and board responsibilities, social responsibility, strategic planning, fund development, financial accountability, human resources, and volunteer management. Woven through the course are the three key themes of social responsibility and leadership, multisector collaboration, and service and careers in the nonprofit sector. Coupled with traditional areas of nonprofit leadership and management, these themes create the innovative educational aspects of this course. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Nonprofit Leadership | 3 |
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LDR-4220
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LDR-4220 Leadership in a Global EnvironmentLeadership in a Global Environment focuses on major areas of international business and the environment within which business transactions take place. The main topics include current and developing paradigms for managing and leading in a global environment. This course also prepares students for leadership capacities and responsibilities for global management opportunities. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Leadership in a Global Environment | 3 |
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MAN-4250
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MAN-4250 Advanced Organizational ManagementAdvanced Organizational Management addresses the role of organizational culture in enabling the successful leader to be the architect of organizational change. From a leader's perspective, the course examines organizational culture including creation of organizational values, alignment of vision and goals, creating an ethical organizational culture, and succession planning. It also discusses the role of culture in introduction of new strategies, how to enable open communication for empowerment, and the role of organizational culture in implementing change. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Advanced Organizational Management | 3 |
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MAN-4350
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MAN-4350 Project ManagementThis course provides the foundation for managing projects in today's global economy, focusing on the tools, skills, and behaviors necessary for successful project execution. The course explores the competencies necessary to lead projects within a structured framework, addressing leadership, scope identification, team management, estimation, risk and issue resolution, and project control. Additionally, challenges such as outsourcing, matrix reporting, and resource constraints will be addressed. The course design capitalizes on real-world examples and case studies, offering students an opportunity to blend theory with practice, contributing to meeting the high demand for leading projects in a variety of organizations, industries, and environments. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Project Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 18