Praxis 101 - Freshman Seminar: Bad Leadership

Institution:

Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

This course explores the theory and practice of leadership from a neglected side-the bad side. The course offers an interdisciplinary approach. Anthropological methods are used in order to understand the typologies, social behaviors, and practices associated with bad leadership. Key topics include an exploration of the definition of bad leadership, circumstances in which it appears, and its implications for leadership. The course also explores the psychology of bad followership and the role of followers in the acceptance and persistence of bad leaders in a variety of social and organizational contexts.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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