BUS300 — Leading and Decision Making
5 CR This course explores the important roles of a leader and the impact an individual can make in influencing decisions for the purpose of guiding an organization or business unit toward success. Leading a team is a complex endeavor and involves vision, passion, the ability to make decisions under pressure and uncertainty, and the ability to motivate others toward one’s vision. This course analyzes the symbiotic relationship between leadership and decision-making, combining classical wisdom, recent research, and theory and practice. The course will primarily focus on leadership and decision-making in the business world with a focus on the technology sector, the nonprofit world, and one’s personal life. We will use a mix of reading, discussion, case studies, and exercises to achieve a better understanding of leadership and decision-making. Course