Course Syllabus

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Description

"Leadership and Communication" is an introductory course designed to empower participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in leadership roles within various organizational contexts. The course explores key theoretical frameworks and empirical research on leadership and communication, drawing from a range of fields and disciplines. It further equips participants with the tools to develop professional competencies, a critical approach to leadership communication, and self-reflection on personal communication practices and leadership styles.

Objectives

Objectives are defined as what the course will do and/or what the participants will do as part of the course.

  1. Explore the theory and research: The course will delve into various theoretical frameworks and empirical research on leadership and communication across different fields and disciplines.
  2. Develop professional competencies: Participants will identify and develop key professional competencies required for effective leadership communication.
  3. Foster self-reflection and critical analysis: Participants will engage in self-reflection activities and develop a critical approach to analyze their own leadership communication practices.

Outcomes

The following outcomes will be assessed in this course. Learning outcomes are the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and habits of mind that individuals take with them from a learning experience. After successful completion of this course, the learner will...

  • Remember and Understand: Participants will be able to recall the major theoretical frameworks and research findings related to leadership and communication, and understand their key concepts and principles.

  • Apply and Analyze: Participants will be able to apply the learned theories and principles to their own professional contexts. They will also be able to analyze their communication style and leadership approach, identifying areas of strength and areas for improvement.

  • Evaluate and Create: Participants will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of their communication and leadership strategies, making adjustments as needed. They will also be able to create a personal development plan for enhancing their leadership communication skills, informed by their understanding of the theories and their self-reflection.

Time Commitment

In this course, modules include numerous ACTIVITIES and ASSIGNMENTS that are designed to engage participants in learning and applying best practices for course design. These key elements with estimated time allowance are as follows:

      • This course is expected to take 6 hours to complete

Materials

The following materials will be utilized throughout this workshop:

  1. Text and empirical research articles
  2. Videos hosted on YouTube

Course Summary:

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