HSC - 620 Leadership Theory

Provides an overview of evidence-based methods for evaluating and developing leaders and leadership. Topics include: the history of leadership assessment and leadership theory; use of validated assessment methods in measuring leadership (eg, interviews, assessment centers and cognitive and objective assessments); applications of adult development and career development theory; and organizational approaches to leadership development (eg, talent reviews, developmental assignments, 360-degree feedback and succession/acceleration programs). Credit Hours: (3)