Students analyze traditional and modern leadership models and explore their own approach to leadership. They examine differences between leadership and management, identify and develop their leadership competencies and apply critical skills necessary to effectively work with individuals, teams throughout the organization. Students practice skills navigating workplace politics, building an effective network, being flexible, and applying positive influence within a leadership role. Students examine how to promote necessary change, and strategic organizational growth within a competitive, ever-changing industry that promotes social responsibility contributions on multiple levels.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- 1. Organizational Structure Fundamentals
2. Designing organizations for Purpose
3. Interorganizational Relationships
4. Leadership Models - Traditional and Modern
5. Communication Styles
6. Organizational Culture, Control, Ethics
7. Innovation & Change
8. Conflict, Power, Politics
9. Decision Making Processes
10. Leading Change Management
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60053 |
May 4, 2026 to August 14, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60056 |
May 4, 2026 to August 14, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.