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.)
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.