Ethical Leadership: Character, Civility, and Community

This innovative course offers a comprehensive exploration of ethical leadership principles and practices. Drawing from the profound insights of Walter Earl Fluker, this course provides both theoretical foundations and practical applications for developing character, fostering civility, and building community among leaders across various professional sectors.

What students will learn:

• Ethical leadership principles and practices using the Ethical Leadership Model™
• Narrative and dramaturgical methods for developing character, civility, and community
• A conceptual model for ethical decision-making at the intersection of life-worlds and system worlds
• Various theories and methods of ethical analysis in leadership practices
• Personal core values identification in critical leadership moments
• An Ethical Toolkit for Leaders applicable to diverse leadership contexts

Prerequisites:

No specific prerequisites are required for this introductory-level course. However, an interest in leadership, ethics, and personal growth would be beneficial.

Course Coverage:

• Theoretical approaches to ethical leadership development
• Practical applications of leadership principles
• Personal, public, and spiritual dimensions of leadership
• Diverse leadership theories and their ethical implications
• The role of personal narrative in leadership and social transformation
• Insights from prominent leaders and academics through video interviews
• Development of an Ethical Leadership Toolkit
• Application of ethical leadership principles to real-world issues

Who this course is for:

• Emerging and established leaders in education, business, nonprofit organizations, academia, and religious institutions
• Professionals seeking to enhance their ethical leadership skills
• Students interested in exploring the intersection of ethics and leadership
• Individuals committed to personal growth and social transformation

Real-world applications:

1. Improving decision-making processes in professional settings
2. Enhancing personal leadership style and effectiveness
3. Addressing complex ethical dilemmas in various contexts
4. Fostering more inclusive and civically engaged communities
5. Developing strategies to tackle pressing social issues
6. Cultivating a more reflective and purposeful approach to leadership
7. Building stronger, more ethical organizational cultures

Course Structure:

• Video lectures and exercises led by Professor Fluker
• Discussions and interactive elements
• Journaling exercises for personal reflection
• Assessments to gauge understanding and growth
• A final project (5-7 pages) addressing a chosen area of concern

This course offers a unique opportunity to learn from a diverse array of leaders, including civil rights icons, ambassadors, business executives, and academic experts. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications and personal reflection, participants will emerge with a robust set of ethical leadership tools applicable to their personal and professional lives.