1 Leadership Development OS 386 Nov 14, 2002 Fisher

2 Agenda In-class writing Review CCL offerings Analyze leadership development options in relation to leadership models

3 In-class writing Based on the leadership theories we have discussed and the readings for today, do you think people can learn how to be effective leaders?

4 Projected Leadership Shortage Estimate from Byham (1999) is that 40-50% of executives in many organizations will retire in next few years Described ways to Identify the extent of the problem Develop new leaders

5 Succession Management Identify employees with leadership potential (competencies) Enroll them in developmental activities Encourage retention of key employees

6 Center for Creative Leadership Self-awareness programs Advanced leadership topics Coaching Leading through transitions Leadership and teams Some programs feature interactive exercises, post-program coaching

7 Leadership and e-learning Organizations moving toward e- learning Benefits include Anytime, anyplace Cheaper for each participant Self-assessment of learning needs Can leadership be taught over the web?

8 Other methods of leadership development Mentoring Coaching Structured job experiences

9 Can leadership be taught? What do the theories discussed in class suggest? Competency (trait) Behavioral Contingency Fiedler ’ s contingency model Transformational

10 Key learning points Some leadership theories are more supportive of development Some aspects of leadership can be taught At a minimum, people can be made more aware of role expectations, models they can use Behavioral change is more complex

11 For next class Tuesday, Nov. 19 Exam #2 Covers material from Oct today Same format (MC and essay) Thursday, Nov. 21 Organizational culture Read chapter 15