OSL 520 Change Management

3 Credits

 

The theories, concepts, and more importantly, practical applications necessary for leaders to effectively guide individuals, work units, and organizations to the achievement of goals are examined. In broad terms, effective leaders need to be able to 1) motivate the growth and productivity of individuals, work groups, teams and organizations; and 2) create, recognize, and act upon opportunities and situations consistent with the mission and goals of their respective organizations. Concepts and models of change, barriers to change, and current theories in organizational development are explained and analyzed. Personal integrative leadership development is also stressed as the role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership is explored.