Course Number
16:137:502
Credits
3
Semesters(s) Offered
Spring
Summer
Fall
Description

Identify communication and leadership strategies used in professional settings. Formulate a professional development plan based on data collected through self-assessment and self-reflection exercises. Become familiar with aspects of team dynamics and learn about working in multidisciplinary teams. Put course-acquired knowledge into practice through experiential learning-focused exercises and assignments. Be inspired to step outside your comfort zone.

Course Objectives
  • Communication skills for scientists both written and oral
  • Effective communication and presentation strategies
  • Communication in a team environment the ability to influence ideas into action
  • Managerial role transitioning - moving away from the doing without losing the understanding while building better team results
  • Building personal leadership capabilities
  • Developing a better version of you to meet the demands of tomorrow

Testimonials

Course Testimonials

"In terms of the specific class I learned the most, I believe the best course was the communications of leadership and professional developmentā€¦. With this class, it has enabled me to become more confident in my abilities to project my ideas in a succinct matter and talk to senior management with more confidence." (May 2019)