Leadership Studies Minor

Program Overview

The Leadership Studies minor at Seattle Pacific University offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding leadership theory and practice. Through the program, students gain insights into personal, organizational, and societal contexts of leadership. The minor comprises 30 credits, including core courses and a practicum in leadership. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in their professions and communities, with transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Leadership Studies Minor

The Leadership Studies minor at Seattle Pacific University offers students an interdisciplinary approach to understanding leadership theory and practice. Through the program, students gain insights into personal, organizational, and societal contexts of leadership. The minor is designed to complement a variety of majors and prepare students for leadership roles in their professions and communities.

Outline:

The Leadership Studies minor comprises 30 credits, with at least 15 credits at the upper-division level. Students may select courses from three areas: Community and Personal Development, Vocation, Purpose, and Faith Formation, and Cultural and Global Diversity. Core courses include Foundations of Leadership (Winter Quarter) and Capstone: Practicum in Leadership (Spring Quarter). The minor requires active participation in a leadership position, which can be fulfilled through on- or off-campus opportunities.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include a combination of written assignments, presentations, class participation, and reflections on leadership experiences. Students are expected to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of leadership theories and models, ethical decision-making, and effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Teaching:

The Leadership Studies minor is taught by faculty from various disciplines, including communication, psychology, sociology, and theology. Teaching methods include lectures, discussions, case studies, role-playing exercises, and experiential learning opportunities.

Careers:

The Leadership Studies minor provides a solid foundation for careers in various fields, including business, education, healthcare, non-profit organizations, and government. Graduates may pursue roles as team leaders, supervisors, project managers, community organizers, or social entrepreneurs. The program emphasizes transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and ethical decision-making, which are highly valued in today's job market.