Course overview
This course aims to equip students with the strategic leadership skills necessary to excel in both academic and industry settings. The course is structured into three comprehensive modules: leadership theories and practices, team dynamics and management, and ethical leadership. Each module incorporates case studies, interactive discussions and practical exercises to foster critical thinking and effective decision-making. To enrich the learning experience, the course features guest lectures from esteemed leaders in academia and industry, providing students with diverse perspectives and real-world insights into leadership challenges and opportunities.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply foundational leadership theories in the context of technology
- Describe techniques to lead and manage technology teams effectively
- Describe strategic decisions that drive innovation in technology settings
- Identify characteristics of ethical leadership and corporate responsibility in the technology industry