GB 793 - Leading Organizational Change

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: All foundation courses and GB 705 . Develops vision and leadership concepts as key requirements for leading change in all types of organizations. Prepares the student to play the role of strategist, implementer, or recipient, depending on the change situation. Students develop an understanding of the politics of change; the development of a working vision; the dynamics and skills involved in leading and implementing change; and a sensitivity to the views and needs of the recipients of change. Topics include managing teams, analyzing appropriate change strategies, leading and implementing change, and developing ethical perspectives of the change process.