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Dimensions of Leadership (AC)
Dimensions of Leadership 1000A/B - Primer on Leadership
An introduction to various aspects of the study of leadership, with an emphasis on the theory and practice of leadership.
Antirequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 1031
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 1031 - Exploring Leadership
An interdisciplinary course providing students with an introduction to the concept and history of leadership. Students will examine the philosophical, psychological and theoretical perspectives on leadership through readings, engagement with representative leaders, and experiential simulations and activities.
Antirequisite(s): The former Interdisciplinary Studies 1031.
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course.
(Brescia)   
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Dimensions of Leadership 1035A/B - Leadership for Foods and Nutrition
An introduction to various aspects of the study of leadership with application to foods and nutrition. Areas of concern include transformational leadership, culture and leadership, elements of effective leadership, and case studies involving leadership and foods and nutrition.
Antirequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 1000A/B, 1031
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Foods and Nutrition programs or permission of the Division of Food and Nutritional Sciences
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 2232A/B - Basic Dimensions of Leadership
A course which surveys the core dimensions of leadership, including the meaning and significance of leadership, theoretical foundations of leadership, and modern approaches to the study of leaders and followers. Development of leaders, profiles in leadership, and applications of leadership are also examined.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 1031 or permission of Cooridinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 2233A/B - Women and Leadership
This course considers the traits, styles, and effectiveness of women leaders as well as significant differences which may separate male and female leaders. Obstacles women face in securing leadership positions and actions which might be taken to close this leadership gap are also examined.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 1031 or permission of the Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course (Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 2234A/B - Understanding Leadership Research
Introduction to research methods and statistics employed in the scholarly study of leadership.  Course investigates the ways to conduct leadership research and the application of statistical measures to research relating to dimensions of leadership.
Antirequisite(s): Psychology 2800E and Sociology 2205A/B, 2206A/B
Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 1031 or permission of Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 3331F/G - Advanced Leadership
An in-depth and advanced examination of key elements and issues which arise in the field of leadership studies. Course topics vary from year to year but all topics are centered in one or more of the basic dimensions of leadership.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 2232A/B or the former Dimensions of Leadership 2231 or permission of the Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 seminar hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 3333A/B - Leadership Development
This course considers the conditions, techniques, and activities which facilitate the development of leaders and leadership. The course emphasizes that leadership development includes not only the nurturing of individual skills but also competencies relating to interactions with other persons in the immediate environment and the larger organization.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 2232A/B or the former Dimensions of Leadership 2231 or permission of the Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Brescia)  
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Dimensions of Leadership 3334F/G - Leadership in Context
This course gives students an opportunity to consider the dimensions of leadership in various settings.  Cases, histories, and profiles are used to help bring alive the study of leadership through the examination of leaders and followers in politics, business, non-profit organizations, and other contexts.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 2232A/B or permission of Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 3338A/B - Leadership Practicum
Supervised placement with agencies and organizations in the community to complement class-room learning with experienced-based knowledge of leadership. Students will work to satisfy both specified learning objectives and placement job requirements.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 3331F/G and 3333A/B or permission of Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 3339A/B - Special Topics in Leadership
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 2232A/B or the former Dimensions of Leadership 2231 or permission of the Coordinator of Leadership Studies.
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Brescia)  
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Dimensions of Leadership 3340A/B - Special Topics in Dimensions of Leadership
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 2231 or 2232A/B or permission of the Coordinator of Leadership Studies
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Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course
(Brescia)
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Dimensions of Leadership 4431F/G - Leadership in the 21st Century
A seminar which provides students with an opportunity to undertake a close study of a selected topic or issue concerning leadership. Students will develop, refine and develop a research paper on a selected leadership topic as well as provide and receive commentary on their work and that of their colleagues.
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Prerequisite(s): Dimensions of Leadership 3331F/G.
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Extra Information: 3 seminar hours, 0.5 course.
(Brescia)
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Academic Calendar 2014 AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGES AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COURSE INFORMATION Dimensions of Leadership (AC)
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