POLC 3003 Women Leading Change: Case Studies on Women in Organizations

POLC 3003 Women Leading Change: Case Studies on Women in Organizations
Women Leading Change: Case Studies on Women in Organizations
This course engages students in considering the real world dilemmas of women working in organizations and bringing about social change in those and other organizations. The course analyzes different theories and explanations of why so few leaders are women and how women can become leaders and lead as well. Case studies are used to examine the intricacies of organizations, the roles of women in various organizations, as well as the impact of organizations on policy (public, social, scientific, educational), government, and leadership in a global world. The course outcomes are an enhanced critical understanding of the dilemmas that are encountered by women leading change; the ability to evaluate and compose case studies at the intersection of leadership and gender; and the demonstration of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The service-learning option will enable Newcomb Scholars to obtain practical experience and provide service to the community, and fulfill the second tier public service graduation requirement. Writing Practicum.
Notes: The course will also teach how to write and evaluate the usefulness of cases; each student will write a case linked to their field of study. The class will be discussion-based and participatory rather than a lecture course. The course teaches critical thinking and problem solving through immersion in the stories of women leaders. Only third year Newcomb Scholars are eligible to enroll. Honors course.
Pre-requistites: INTU 2000.
credit hours: 3