LEAD 3060 Leading From The Middle

This advanced level course addresses the post-pandemic role of mid-level leadership. The student will develop extended theoretical knowledge in the differences between leading and managing while looking at what is involved with being a leader from a mid-level position. The student will examine leadership styles best suited to mid-level positions, critique strategic thinking in making decisions, analyze the roles of accountability and growth mindset in mid-level leadership, and examine personal traits that can strengthen and weaken leadership. Prerequisites: Completion of LEAD 3050, LEAD 3110, and LEAD 4005. (3 lect.)

Credits

3 credits

Major Topics

Examine the roles of management and leadership post-pandemic
Mid-level leadership styles
Preventing and eliminating silos
Accountability
Strategic thinking
Communication
Burnout

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Compare the roles of management and leadership in the current post-pandemic culture.

2. Examine leadership styles that best suit mid-level positions.

3. Critique strategic thinking in decision-making.

4. Analyze the impact of accountability on mid-level leadership in the post-pandemic culture.

5. Examine personal traits that strengthen and detract from mid-level leadership.

6. Evaluate leadership components that are most effective in preventing and eliminating silos.

7. Design a plan for communication and problem-solving that addresses issues concerning directives from upper leadership.

8. Create a plan for addressing burnout.