Leadership Course Descriptions

 Interested in pursuing an MBA in Leadership or a leadership certificate? Here are the courses you will be taking in this fully redesigned, innovative program:

Course Descriptions for Courses in the Leadership Concentration

LEAD 6305 Leading from Within

Great leadership begins with self-awareness. This course explores the core practices of effective leadership while helping students discover the values and principles that shape their own leadership philosophy. Through self-assessments, guided reflection, and experiential exercises, students will gain insight into their strengths and areas of growth. The course culminates in the creation of a personalized leadership development plan to guide a student’s ongoing journey as purposeful, reflective leaders.

LEAD 6310 Leading with Influence

Effective leaders inspire, persuade, and build trust through purposeful communication. This course explores essential communication and influence skills for students who seek to lead with clarity and impact. Students will explore how verbal and nonverbal cues influence audience perceptions, practice influence tactics, learn how to deliver and receive feedback, and apply EQ competencies to adapt messages and build trust. The course also emphasizes negotiation strategies that achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Students will engage in practical application of communication strategies through experiential learning, including role plays and case analyses. 

LEAD 6315 Leading High Performing Teams

High-performing teams are the engine of organizational success. This course empowers students with the knowledge and resources to lead effective teams in both virtual and in-person environments. Through hands-on tools (e.g., Owner’s Manuals, Team Contracts), real-world case analyses, and experiential exercises, students will learn how to overcome common team dysfunctions. Students will develop the ability to diagnose team challenges, apply established frameworks, and drive performance through shared leadership and cohesive alignment.

LEAD 6320 Leading in a Dynamic World

Leaders are required to measure and develop the performance of individual employees in their business units. This course will teach MBA students performance management skills, which include measuring results and behaviors, establishing effective goals, and developing employees to reach their full professional potential.

LEAD 6370 Leadership Lab - From Theory to Practice

This capstone course provides students with the opportunity to translate leadership knowledge into action. Students will integrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and perspectives gained across the leadership certificate program. The Leadership Lab emphasizes reflection and action, providing opportunities for students to overcome personal leadership challenges and identify solutions rooted in key learnings from the program.