Curriculum
Fall 2023
LOML 320: Leadership Development
The emphasis in course one is on the experiential nature of nontraditional education
and adult development theory. Students will be familiar with various theories and
instruments that will provide a cognitive basis for personal analysis and understanding.
The objective of this interdisciplinary course is personal discovery through examination
of issues in adulthood as studied in the fields of literature, wellness, and gender
studies.
(3 semester hours)
LOML 355: Organizational Behavior
Students study the foundational theories and approaches to organization structure,
design, and culture. Primary emphasis is placed on understanding the organization
as an open system. Students will learn to utilize a systems approach in basic organizational
diagnosis. Contingency theory provides a theoretical framework for understanding the
impact of the business environment on organizational effectiveness, design, and change.
(3 semester hours)
SRSML 460: Business Ethics
In this course, the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for
such concerns as ethics in business, accountability in government, respect for human
rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. With a focus on three
basic ethical perspectives - virtue theory, deontological theory, and utilitarianism,
ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the
workplace, and classroom discussion. (3 semester hours)
Spring 2024
LOML 420: Leadership Theory & Practice I
Students examine motivational theory and its application to individual and group functioning
in work and home situations. Leadership styles related to particular circumstances
are analyzed. Students put their growing leadership skills to practice as their knowledge,
skills, and abilities are tested against real-world scenarios. Experiential and application-based
learning are utilized throughout this course to develop the student’s individual leadership
style. (3 semester hours)
LOML430: Leadership Theory & Practice II
Students examine motivational theory and its application to individual and group functioning
in work and home situations. Leadership styles related to particular circumstances
are analyzed. Students put their growing leadership skills to practice as their knowledge,
skills, and abilities are tested against real-world scenarios. Experiential and application-based
learning are utilized throughout this course to develop the student’s individual leadership
style. (3 semester hours)
LOML 370: Organizational Change
This course will explore the various theoretical and practical aspects of managing
organizational change within a business context. Students will learn to identify and
analyze key factors that influence organizational change, develop strategies for leading
and managing change initiatives, and assess the impact that change agents have on
individuals, teams, and organizations. (3 semester hours)
Electives
LOML 442: Emotionally Intelligent Leadership
Emotional intelligence (EI), or the set of emotional and social skills that influence
the way we perceive and express ourselves, develop and maintain social relationships,
cope with challenges, and use emotional information in an effective and meaningful
way, has proven to be a key indicator of leadership performance and development potential.
Unlike personality traits or IQ, emotional intelligence is not static and can be developed
in targeted areas. In this course, students will assess their baseline emotional intelligence
using the first scientifically validated assessment of EI to understand better the
ways in which they interact with their environment as a leader. Throughout the course
students will be exposed to the research behind 15 emotional intelligence skills and
use their own assessment results to target development for themselves in order to
increase their performance, interaction with others, and leadership potential. (3 semester hours)
LOML 382: Strategic Thinking
This course is designed to equip aspiring leaders with the essential systems thinking
skills to effectively address complex challenges in today’s dynamic world. Systems
thinking is a powerful approach that encourages a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness
and interdependencies within organizations, communities, and global contexts. Students
will explore various systems thinking tools
and methodologies to identify patterns, feedback loops, and leverage points for transformative
leadership. This course equips future leaders to embrace interconnectedness and adaptability,
making them better equipped to face the challenges of the 21 st century. (3 semester hours)
Summer 2024
BISTL 380: Biblical Perspectives
This course reflects the commitment of Eastern Mennonite University as a Christian,
liberal arts university, to nurture an appreciation for the rich resources of the
scriptures for creative personal faith and human life in the modern world. It is designed
to foster knowledge and understanding of the literature and history of the Bible and
the integration of faith, learning, and living. (3 semester hours)
LOML 380: Team Dynamics
This is a practical course on the skills and practice of team building and leadership.
Students will become familiar with team types, roles, composition and processes, and
assess personal team and leadership skills. Classes are structured around weekly simulations
that provide experience with teams and team leadership. A secondary emphasis is a
focus on communications and effective interpersonal relationships. Students will also
develop understanding of theories of motivation and conflict management and their
applications in team building.
(3 semester hours)
LOML 405: Organizational Research
This course guides the student in understanding the research process and becoming
a critical consumer of research. Organizational research concepts are examined in
both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Students critically read and critique
organizational research.
(3 semester hours)
Elective
LOML 384: Conflict Resolution for Contemporary Leaders
Effective leadership demands the ability to navigate and resolve conflict in a variety
of different situations. This essential course is designed to equip aspiring and current
leaders with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to manage and transform
conflicts into opportunities for growth and collaboration. Topics covered will include
conflict dynamics, communication and active listening, mediation, assessment and analysis,
and cultural competence. This course is for anyone interested in developing advanced
conflict resolution skills for success in today’s complex and diverse world as a leader
who can harness conflict for positive change. (3 semester hours)
Fall 2024
LOML 465: Application of Research Capstone
This course guides the student in understanding the research process towards the goal
of producing a capstone research paper or project. Students will use both primary
and secondary research, apply critical reasoning to the research findings in qualitative
and quantitative studies, and use the insights gained to develop a potential remedy
for a problem. The written and oral presentations of this course constitute the capstone
portion of the LOM degree completion program. (3 semester hours)
LOML 410 HR: Optimizing Workforce Development
This course demonstrates the effective merging of the practice and perspectives of
management and the Human Resources professional. Students will understand that human
resources management recognizes the value of the employee as a key contributor. In
so doing it provides a management challenge necessitating the personal as well as
professional development of the employee. It goes far beyond the quest for increased
productivity resultant from capital improvements by including management techniques
designed to obtain maximal contributions from the members of the organization. The
primary objective of this course is to present the principles and practices of human
resource management, and to highlight the optimization of workforce development strategies.
(3 semester hours)
CCSCL 450: Intercultural Perspectives
This course focuses on the development of global awareness, faith, and management
as it relates to cross-cultural understanding. Students will be challenged to look
beyond their own culture and understand social systems and institutions from the perspective
of people in another culture. Experiential learning will take place as students participate
in an off-campus, cross-cultural experience in a culture that is different from the
students' majority orientation. (3 semester hours)
LOML 440: Global Trends in Economic Justice
This course examines global economic trends, theories of justice, and issues in economic
justice. A variety of written materials, historical literature, and contemporary culture
are examined for their perspectives on economic justice and fairness. Local, national,
and international perspectives on economic development and justice are studied. Students
will develop a deepened and more nuanced perspective on issues of poverty and justice.
(3 semester hours)
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
(may be transferred in or taken at EMU Online)
- College Writing (3 credit hours)
- Public Communication (3 credit hours)
- Statistics (3 credit hours)
- Creative Arts: Art, Music or Theater (3 credit hours)
- Literature/History (3 credit hours)
- Natural Science (3 credit hours)
- Social/Behavioral Science (3 credit hours)
