PADM 544 - Ethical Leadership for Public Administration

Credits: 4

Public managers are by nature of their position called to leadership. Gaining a deeper understanding of effective leadership styles and skills will be valuable for future career success and development. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in these complex, changing social environments. We will explore theories of leadership and examine the skills and processes employed by effective leaders. In addition, we will center our discussion of leadership around how ethics informs leadership behavior and the implications of the complex challenges inherent to public service for protecting and strengthening ethical standards of governance in a democratic society.