ALHE 5070

Leadership Theory for Health Care Delivery

This course combines leadership theory and practice by blending discussion of research and theory with practical suggestions for improving leadership effectiveness in the health care environment. Topics include leadership and communication styles, various approaches to leadership, sources of power, and the key to successful influence in leadership. Public, group, organizational, and team leadership will be discussed along with an overview of the four-frame model. Issues essential to the study and practice of leadership in health care delivery will be incorporated.

Units: 3.0