About
this course:
This course provides the fundamentals of communication
and leadership in the sciences and technology, and professional
development. Course sessions will
combine theory, practice, self-assessment, and research by student teams.
Topics
covered:
- Oral and written
communication skills for scientists - Effective
communication strategies - Communication
in a team environment - Managerial
role transitioning - Building
personal leadership capabilities - Analyzing
leadership qualities
Outline:
Week 1:
Introduction, Overview & Transition to Management
Week 2: Model
of Leadership
Week 3:
Leadership Styles
Week 4:
Communication Strategies
Week 5: Power
& Influence
Week 6:
Leading Change & Innovation
Week 7-8:
Motivation
Week 9:
Performance Management
Week 10:
Coaching Skills
Week 11:
Conflict & Negotiation
Week 12: Problem
Solving and Decision Making
Week 13:
Teams
Week 14-15:
Presentations
Assignments:
Written and oral presentations will be
assigned. A final written report will
be due at the end of this course.
Highlights:
The goal of this course is to combine theory,
practice, self-assessment, and student team research.