This course explores the evolving theories, practices, and real-world applications of leadership across diverse organizational contexts. Students will critically evaluate classical and contemporary leadership models including trait, behavioral, situational, authentic, adaptive, and values-based approaches and examine how communication, followership, emotional intelligence, and ethics shape leadership effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on leading in hybrid and global environments, promoting psychological safety and inclusion, navigating change, and aligning leadership with mission, strategy, and sustainability. Through reflection, feedback, and applied projects, students will develop and defend a personal leadership philosophy grounded in theory and practice.