SWK 616 - Leadership Dynamics in SW Prac

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Leadership theories and practices that are relevant to professional social work. The course prepares students for effective leadership practice in both formal leadership positions (i.e. administrative positions) and informal leadership (i.e. amongst colleagues). Students will be able to apply the course concepts to their work as advanced generalist practitioners at micro, mezzo and macro levels. Leadership issues and challenges within a multicultural context and variety of settings including nonprofit, public, for-profit, community-based, political, national and intemational organizations will be explored. Students will assess their own and others' leadership styles in order to build competence as leaders. Students will create an individual leadership development plan based on key leadership theories and models. Special emphasis will be placed on the need for evidence-based leadership practice and leadership for social and economic justice.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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