Graduate Minor in Global Leadership
Leadership Odyssey: Explore Our Global Leadership Graduate Minor
Embark on an exhilarating journey to leadership excellence! Picture yourself stepping into dynamic leadership roles throughout your career and within affiliated organizations. This extraordinary minor is your ticket to unleashing your leadership prowess. Tailored for graduate students across majors, it empowers you to master the skills and competencies needed to thrive in leadership roles on a global scale, navigating diverse settings, organization types, and geo-political communities with flair!
The knowledge and skills attained in this program will enable you to:
- Implement strategies for enhancing communication and adaptability at individual, team, and organizational levels.
- Design an engaging training/developmental learning experience
- Create strategies organizations can use to promote a global workforce
- Identify contextual issues and factors that influence leadership outcomes
About the Program
With the increased globalization of our economy, businesses, and organizations across the country, this minor provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in global leadership, further developing skill sets, and prepare you for a career in Human Resource Development.
This will give you a competitive edge when applying for jobs and working within the field.
The Graduate Minor in Global Leadership is a 3 course, 9 credit hour, program comprised of the following courses: LHRD 7305, LHRD 7700, and either LHRD 4870 or LHRD 4901.
Why should I enroll?
In today's interconnected world, where organizations operate on a global scale, the ability to navigate different settings, organization types, and geo-political communities is not just an advantage but a necessity for aspiring leaders.
Relevance in a Globalized Economy
As businesses and industries become increasingly globalized, leaders must possess the skills to operate and make informed decisions in an international context. Courses in the Minor focusing on global leadership ensure that you are well-equipped to thrive in this dynamic and interconnected global economy.
Global Leadership Competence
Understanding and adapting to different cultural contexts is essential for effective leadership. This Minor provides an opportunity to develop communication skills, enabling you to lead and collaborate effectively in international professional settings, enhancing overall team productivity and business success.
Strategic Advantage in the Job Market
Employers actively seek candidates with a global mindset and leadership capabilities that transcend cultural and geographical boundaries.
The Minor will give you the competitive edge in the job market, making you a valuable asset to prospective employers.
Preparation for Leadership Roles
The curriculum's focus on a variety of settings and organization types prepares you for leadership roles in different industries and sectors.
It ensures that you are adaptable and capable of leading teams effectively regardless of the organizational context.
Development of Essential Professional Skills
These courses go beyond theoretical knowledge, providing practical insights and hands-on skill development.
From effective communication across environments to strategic decision-making in international business settings, the curriculum is designed to strengthen leadership capabilities with direct real-world applications.
Networking Opportunities
Engaging with a cohort of students and professionals in these courses provides invaluable networking opportunities.
Building connections with individuals from various backgrounds enhances your global network, opening doors to potential collaborations and partnerships in the future.
Personal and Professional Growth
Investing in courses that cover global leadership development is an investment in personal growth and development. It not only expands your knowledge, but also cultivates the qualities and competencies that are essential for successful leadership in the 21st century.
"Students who opt to participate in the minor will benefit from action-oriented educational experiences within our interconnected world that can enhance their awareness and engagement."
Petra A Robinson, PhD, Associate Professor - SLHRD
Contact Us
Oliver Crocco, EdD Associate Professor
225-578-5751 | olivercrocco@lsu.edu
Melissa Turnage Academic Program Manager
225-578-2710 | mturnage@lsu.edu