Minor Requirements
- A total of 21 hours:
- Three (3) core courses/nine (9) hours: LED 211, LED 311, LED 411
- Four (4) elective courses/twelve (12) hours: selected from the academic departments listed. - A "C" grade point average in courses counted for minor.
- Declare the LED minor online or at the Registrar's Office in James Hall as soon as possible.
- Check the Announcements box on the LED main page frequently for new information.
- Email Dr. Nottingham during pre-registration at least one semester before you would like to enroll in LED 211, or earlier, to arrange a meeting.
Elective Courses:
Click here for a list of LED Electives
Academic departments do not offer every elective every semester. Please check
with the specific academic department for information.to The elective list is reviewed every four to five years so that faculty and students may suggest additional courses
that meet the objectives of the Leadership Studies minor. Students may begin taking LED electives in their freshman year. Several electives can be counted for Basic Studies or the student’s major AND the leadership studies minor.
Leadership Studies Minor Approved Courses
Effective April 2001:
REQUIRED CORE COURSES - STUDENTS
SHOULD COMPLETE THESE COURSES IN
SUCCESSION AND MAY NOT ENROLL IN MORE THAN ONE PER SEMESTER.
LED 211: Principles of Leadership (3 cr.)
- This course provides an introduction to leadership. Course goals include
the development of an understanding of the leadership theories and styles of
leadership, the development of strategies for successful leadership and skills
to enhance leadership effectiveness in a variety of settings, and the development
of personal insights about themselves and others.
LED 311: Communication and Leadership (3 cr.)
- Prerequisite: LED 211 or consent
of coordinator and instructor.
- This course provides students opportunities to combine theory and practice
of leadership. Course goals focus on issues of cohesiveness, trust, motivation,
vision, and goal setting as well as development of conflict management and
decision-making skills.
LED 411: Contemporary Leadership Applications (3cr.)
- Prerequisite: LED 211, LED 311, or consent of coordinator and instructor.
- This course provides a forum in which students discuss concepts related to
leadership. Course goals include demonstration of ability to envision and implement
changes for the common good, using diverse perspectives and context, and application
of leadership and organizational theories through real work experience and
contemporary issues.
Course Electives:
Students must complete one (1) course from
four (4) academic areas.
Click here for a list of LED Electives