LEAD 315 - Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership

Prerequisite, admission to the Leadership Studies Program or Women’s Studies Minor or Women’s and Gender Studies Minor or declared Leadership Themed Inquiry (Cluster) or consent of instructor. Experts agree there is an irreversible trend towards increasing workplace diversity. Explores importance of embracing inclusive practices that value cultural differences in the workplace and society particularly as applied to leadership. Topics address communication, teamwork, decision-making, and problem-solving, with special attention to primary dimensions of diversity (race, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability status, etc.). Reading, writing, research, and discussion are supplemented with exercises, role-plays, and simulations. Letter grade with Pass/No Pass option. (Offered every year.) 3 credits