Division of Business
Department of Leadership and Management (LDR)
LDR 2111, 2121 Current Topics in Student Development (one hour)
Designed for and limited to those students currently in or planning to be in leadership positions on campus. Topics surrounding student leadership and the responsibilities that accompany leadership positions are discussed—including theory, elements, and practice of leadership. The purpose of this course is to increase the effectiveness of student leaders.
2111 Offered fall semester, 2121 Offered spring semester
LDR 2133 Servant Leadership (Three hours)
An introductory course based on historical and contemporary theories and concepts of leadership. Particular emphasis is upon the personal assessment and development of leadership competencies that define a biblical model of servant leadership.
Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)
LDR 2183 International Management (Three hours)
Study of the management process from the perspective of an international organization. (Same as INT 3193)
Offered fall semester
LDR 2193 Leading and Managing Self
A study, with practical applications, of applying leadership and management skills to the inner person. Topics include developing a balanced life style in the disciplines of self-control, emotions, physical being, time, finances, self-confidence, and family and spiritual issues.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
LDR 2991, 2992, 2993 Students in Free Enterprise (S.I.F.E.) (Three hours)
Student-directed program established to promote economic education about the free enterprise system to other students and the community. Emphasizes experiential acquisition of leadership skills through self-directed projects and participation in national and international competitions.
Offered each semester
LDR 3183 Leadership and Management (Three hours)
This course examines basic principles of leadership and management from historical and contemporary perspectives. Topics include a discussion of the theories, concepts, interrelationships, moral dimensions, character, functions and skills required to lead and manage today’s organizations.
Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor
Offered spring semester
LDR 3293 Organizational Behavior (Three hours)
A study of individuals, groups, and team processes in work situations. Topics include individual and group behavior, team building, interpersonal communication, influence, inspiration, motivation, learning, decision making, and conflict resolution. Emphasis is on the development of people skills necessary for effective leadership and management.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
LDR 4131, 4132, 4133 Selected Topics (One to three hours)
A course offering students opportunities to study subjects of special interest. May be offered on a group basis in a classroom setting or as independent study under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: junior standing and consent of instructor
Offered upon sufficient request
LDR 4113 Project Management (Three hours)
The study of concepts, tools, methods, and software for planning activities and projects in all types of organizations. Emphasis on application of methods to a variety of fields.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
LDR 4193 Leadership Initiatives (Three hours)
This course requires students to design, implement, and evaluate a personal leadership action plan within an approved on-campus or off-campus organization. An analysis of organization mission, culture, structure, and resources help to formulate a strategic action plan which can then apply the students’ leadership and management knowledge, character, and skills.
Prerequisite: junior standing or consent of instructor
Offered spring semester