MSL 520 - Strategic Communication for Effective Leadership

3.00 credits.

This course will focus on the strategic nature of communication and its role in being an effective leader. Coursework will include exploring the role of ethics in communications, feedback, team collaboration and persuasion. Learners will evaluate effective presentations and develop strategies for creating clear and compelling messages. Discussions will include reflection on constituent needs and communication channels as well as an analysis of one’s leadership communication style. The course will make use of the case study analysis method and learners will have the opportunity to create a communication plan based on an organizational need.