Course Offerings

Leadership Development in Small Organizations (EDRD*4120DE)

Offering: Fall 2010

Outcome

Degree Credit (.5 credit weight)

Credit Towards:
Certificate in Communication Process: Bridging Theory and Practice

Type

Degree Credit

Dates

Start date:
September 09, 2010

Fees

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Sponsors

College:
Ontario Agricultural College

Department:
School of Environmental Design and Rural Development

Instructors

Nadine Murray

 

DVD's are provided with this course; access to a TV and DVD player required.

Description

The main theories of leadership will be discussed with exploration of the current literature, practice leadership skills and perform relevant activities in an on-line environment. Emphasis will be placed on the communication challenges facing leaders in small organizations and the importance of developing a culture of shared leadership.

(Offered through Distance Education only.)

Grading Scheme

Assignment Weight % Due Date
Five Module Assignments 50% Weeks 6, 8, 10 & 12
On-line Midterm Exam 20% Week 6
Concept Map and Analysis 10% Weeks 2 & 12
Participation (determined by group and peer evaluation) 20% Week 12



No Final Exam!

Specific due dates will be posted to the course website.

Course Prerequisites

10.00 credits

Course Restrictions

REXT*4100

Materials

Required Materials Provided:
Norma Rae DVD
The Insider DVD
Elizabeth DVD

Article - Situational Leadership

Required Material Not Provided:
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Textbooks

Risk Leadership, The Courage to Confront and challenge (Confirmed)
Author(s): Curtis L. Brungardt and C.B. Crawford
Published by: Rocky Mountain Press, Colorado
Required Textbook


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For more info:

Contact: Info Line
Phone: 519 824-4120ext. 55000
E-mail: info@open.uoguelph.ca