*Core Subjects/Syllabus* 

*Semester 1: Foundations of Leadership* 

1. *Introduction to Leadership Theories* 

   - Classic and modern leadership styles (autocratic, democratic, transformational, servant leadership). 

   - Traits, skills, and behaviours of effective leaders. 

   - Case studies of iconic leaders (e.g., Nelson Mandela, Indra Nooyi). 

 

2. *Organizational Behaviour* 

   - Dynamics of individual and group behaviour in organizations. 

   - Motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg, McClelland). 

   - Conflict resolution and team cohesion strategies. 

 

3. *Communication for Leaders* 

   - Effective verbal and non-verbal communication. 

   - Persuasion, negotiation, and public speaking. 

   - Cross-cultural communication in global teams. 

 

4. *Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)* 

   - Ethical decision-making frameworks. 

   - Balancing profit with social and environmental responsibility. 

   - Case studies on ethical dilemmas in business. 

 

5. *Basic Project Management* 

   - Principles of planning, executing, and closing projects. 

   - Tools: Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and Microsoft Project. 

   - Risk management and contingency planning. 

*Semester 2: Advanced Leadership Strategies* 

 

6. *Strategic Leadership* 

   - Vision setting and long-term organizational planning. 

   - SWOT analysis, Porter’s Five Forces, and PESTEL frameworks. 

   - Leading through change and uncertainty. 

 

7. *Team Building and Talent Management* 

   - Recruitment, training, and retention strategies. 

   - Performance appraisal systems (OKRs, 360-degree feedback). 

   - Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. 

 

8. *Financial Acumen for Leaders* 

   - Basics of budgeting, financial statements, and ROI analysis. 

   - Cost-control strategies and resource allocation. 

   - Funding models (venture capital, grants, bootstrapping). 

 

9. *Innovation and Change Management* 

   - Driving innovation through design thinking. 

   - Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model and ADKAR framework. 

   - Overcoming resistance to change. 

 

10. *Digital Leadership* 

    - Leading remote and hybrid teams. 

    - Leveraging AI, data analytics, and automation tools. 

    - Cybersecurity awareness for leaders. 

 

*Semester 3: Specializations and Practical Applications* 

11. *Crisis Leadership* 

    - Managing organizational crises (financial, reputational, natural disasters). 

    - Decision-making under pressure. 

    - Case studies (e.g., COVID-19 response, product recalls). 

 

12. *Global Leadership* 

    - Leading multicultural and geographically dispersed teams. 

    - Understanding global business practices and regulations. 

    - Geopolitical risks and international market entry strategies. 

 

13. *Entrepreneurial Leadership* 

    - Scaling start-ups and managing growth. 

    - Pitching ideas to investors and stakeholders. 

    - Building a leadership legacy. 

 

14. *Coaching and Mentorship* 

    - Techniques for employee development and career coaching. 

    - Building mentorship programs. 

    - Emotional intelligence (EQ) and active listening. 

 

15. *Capstone Project/Internship* 

    - Real-world leadership challenge (e.g., designing a DEI strategy, leading a simulated project). 

    - Internship with corporations, NGOs, or startups. 

 

*Elective Subjects* 

- *Non-profit Leadership* 

- *Military Leadership Principles* 

- *Healthcare Leadership* 

- *Sustainability Leadership* 

- *Political Leadership and Governance* 

 

*Assessment Methods* 

- Leadership simulations and role-plays. 

- Case study analysis and reflective journals. 

- Group projects (e.g., designing a team-building workshop). 

- Presentations and peer evaluations. 

- Capstone project defence and internship reports.