10 courses with the subject LEAD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This course examines personal traits, characteristics, and practices central to the development of an effective leader. The student will explore aspects of self-awareness: emotional intelligence theory, self-care practices, personality assessment, mindset theory, accountability, and feedback. Prerequisite: Completion of LEAD 3110. (3 lect.)
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.)
This advanced course gives a unique perspective on time management geared toward juggling many obligations as it is created from input provided by experts at Central Wyoming College who assist directors, deans, vice presidents, and the president. Lists, calendars, prioritization, brain dumps, timed allotments, task efficiency, self-care, and being able to draw solid boundaries are necessary skills for keeping on track. Time management is crucial in management and leadership, and being able to do so can mean successful completion of desired goals or derail plans for advancement in all walks of life. This course is designed to give the student tools to manage time, discover where they are giving away valuable time, and enable efficiency to not only achieve but to have personal time to put towards practices that provide rejuvenation and well-being. Prerequisite: Completion of LEAD 3050. (3 lect.)
In this course, the student will expand their understanding and awareness of the different lenses through which they view the world. The student will explore the impact their views have on the world and how those paradigms lead to their behaviors, interactions, decision-making, and leadership foundation. (3 lect.)
This foundational course in Leadership Studies provides a broad overview of the constructs and processes required for effective leadership. The student will examine leadership models, theories, and frameworks. The student will critique the evolution of leadership and the role of power and influence. (3 lect.)
This course examines leadership in organizations. The student will evaluate team leadership models, change constructs, and feedback theories. The student will design a process for navigating conflict, will create an organizational vision statement, and will construct a process for diversity in organizations. Prerequisite: Completion of LEAD 3110 and LEAD 3050. (3 lect.)
This advanced course looks at the brain and how it impacts perceptions and conclusions that influence our ability to embrace diversity and lead without prejudice. The student will critique brain function in relation to perception, prejudice, discrimination, and stereotyping. The student will evaluate the components of emotional intelligence, the impact of emotional hijacking on emotional intelligence, the role of emotional intelligence in teams, leadership styles that promote emotional intelligence, and styles that do not. The student will create a process for developing emotional intelligence in teams and a process for addressing prejudice, discrimination, and stereotyping perceptions in teams. Prerequisites: Completion of LEAD 3110, LEAD 3050, and LEAD 4005. (3 lect.)
In this advanced course the student will create processes that address components of relational leadership including empowerment, purpose, ethical behaviors, and process orientation. The student will evaluate communication practices for effectively leading teams by formulating teamwork empowerment and workplace multi-cultural practices. The student will create processes for communication in navigating conflict to achieve collaboration and empowerment through delegation and feedback. Prerequisites: Completion of LEAD 3050, LEAD 3110, and LEAD 4005. (3 lect.)
This capstone course offers the student an opportunity to showcase their knowledge and critical thinking skills in the field of leadership. The student will develop a theoretical project that is centered around a complex and real-life problem related to organizational leadership and present their final project to their peers. Prerequisite: Completion of LEAD 3050, LEAD 3110, and LEAD 4005. (3 lect.)
This course explores how leaders and organizations not only survive but thrive and innovate during uncertain and volatile times. The student will explore leadership adaptability, innovation, and comfort with ambiguity during times of rapid and disruptive change. This course is intended for the student with a background in leadership or completion of LEAD 3110, LEAD 3050, and LEAD 4005. (3 lect.)
Source: Central Wyoming College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
