MPS 504 History of Modern Leadership
This course reviews the roots of leadership studies beginning in the late nineteenth century and then moves to examine the skills and competencies needed for outstanding future leaders. Contrary to what early modern leadership theories maintained, leaders are not born but instead master skills and develop competencies for effective leadership. Emphasis will be placed upon guiding students to explore and challenge what makes a great leader and what individual improvements are needed so that they can become more effective leaders in their fields.