Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0116
Version:
5
Organization's ID:
Business 302
Organization:
Location:
Online
Length:
16 weeks (40 hours)
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 3 Foundations of Leadership
Description

Objective:

The course objective is for learners to be able to analyze leadership theories, evaluate leadership styles and practices, and apply leadership strategies to complex organizational, team, and ethical challenges in diverse business environments.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain the characteristics, roles, and responsibilities of effective leaders, including how they build and lead effective teams.
  • Distinguish between leadership and management functions in contemporary business settings.
  • Analyze how leadership communication, decision-making, and change management affect organizational performance.
  • Evaluate leadership styles and practices across diverse workplaces using leadership theories.
  • Apply leadership strategies and principles to complex business scenarios.

General Topics:

  • Basics of Leadership in the Workplace
  • Leadership Styles and Traits
  • Effective Leadership and Leadership Theories
  • Leadership and Management Functions
  • Communication in Leadership
  • Decision-Making in Leadership and Business
  • Leading Work Groups and Teams
  • Managing Conflict and Conflict Resolution
  • Change Management in Business
  • Ethical, Social and Legal Responsibilities of Leadership
  • International Business Leadership
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Project-based Instruction

Methods of Assessment:

  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers
Supplemental Materials
Equivalencies