HADM 740

I. Course Title: Organizational Theories & Leadership

II. Course Number: HADM 740

III. Credit Hours: (3) credits

IV. Prerequisites: None

V. Course Description: Theories of leadership in healthcare organizations are examined and applied to current regulations, economics, and policies. Leadership principles and practices are examined to navigate current issues and effectively manage change, individuals, and groups.

 

Content

Topical Outline:
The following topics will be covered during this course.  Please note the modules will open on the Sunday prior to the start of the module (With the exception of the first module).

Week 1-Introduction/Module 1 

Module Objectives:

1. Define organizational theory

2. Explore management theories

3. Analyze the concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion

4. Identify the components and processes of organizational learning

Readings:

Chapter 1-4

Course Orientation-Zoom 

Assignments:

Introductory Discussion Board

Case Study 1

Module 2

Module Objectives:

1.  Examine the relationship between job satisfaction and organizational commitment

2.  Identify the conflicts between ethics and values

3.  Compare and contrast motivation theories

4.  Differentiate between emotions and moods

Module 3

Module Objectives:

1.  Examine the terms paradigm and paradigm shift

2.  Explore different decision-making models

3.  Understand the value of creativity and innovation for an organization

4.  Compare and contrast the types of interdependence and the environments in which they exist

Readings:

Chapter 9-13

Module 4

Module Objectives:

1. Recognize the importance of organizational communication
2. Discover methods to improve communication
3. Appraise the five major leadership theories
4. Describe the challenges in leading a multi-generational workforce

Readings:

Chapter 14-15

Assignments:

Discussion Board #4

Assignment 2

Module 5

Objectives:

1. Distinguish between power and influence

2. Identify and differentiate the types of conflict in organizations

3. Distinguish among types of organizational structures

4. Perform a SWOT analysis

Readings:

Chapter 16-18

Assignments:

Case study 3

Assignment 3

Module 6

Objectives:

1.  Analyze the benefits of performance management

2.  Compare and contrast coaching and mentoring

3.  Develop an understanding of the differences between responsibility and authority

Readings:

Chapter 19-20

Assignments:

Assignment 4

Assignment 5

Module 7

Objectives:

1. Explore the components of organizational culture
2. Develop strategic plans for implementing change within healthcare organizations

Readings:

Chapter 21-23

Assignment:

Assignment

Strategic Plan Assignment Due

 

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

Course is conducted synchronously and offered in multiple formats. D2L weekly module-based assignments of readings, lectures, guest speakers, discussions, exams, case studies, presentations, group activities, and reflective learning.  

 

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze the different types of leadership styles used in healthcare organizations.
2. Compose solutions to effect the desired change(s) in healthcare organizations.
3. Develop strategic plans for implementing change within healthcare organizations.

 

Assessment Measures

Students will be graded based on the assignments of readings, lectures, guest speakers, discussions, exams, case studies, presentations, group activities, video recordings, Zoom sessions, and reflective learning of the course.

 

Other Course Information

N/A

 

Review and Approval

April, 2023

March 31, 2026