Course Description:

What is leadership? How do I make effective decisions? How do I motivate those around me? This course answers such theoretical and practical questions by examining the administrative process, including goal setting, organization, delegation, human relations, group dynamics, supervision, and leadership training. Though administration principles are universal, the course focuses on Christian organizations, particularly the local church. The course is designed to help students become more effective church leaders in both theory and practice.

Course Objectives:

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Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Understand, in a broad sense, the theory and philosophy of leadership.
2. Develop a proper understanding of leadership responsibilities such as ethics, motivation, planning, and administration.
3. Gain insight into the principles of educational administration with special focus on leadership training in the local church.
4. Apply principles of group dynamics and leadership techniques in order to become a productive Christian leader.

Course Texts:

Ford, Leighton. Transforming Leadership: Jesus' Way of Creating Vision, Shaping
Values & Empowering Change. Downer's Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1993.

Gangel, Kenneth O. Feeding and Leading. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 2000.