Central Washington University
Leadership Capstone
MGT 478
M/W 10:00AM-12:10PM SS 106
Instructor:
Dr. James B. Avey
Office: Shaw/Smyser 332
Phone: 509-963-3381
Email: aveyj@cwu.edu
Website
www.leadmore.org click “for students”
Office Hours:
Before and/or After Class or by appointment
Texts:
1. Leadership: Theory and Practice (4th Edition) by Peter G.
Northouse
“The issue today is whether America can nourish enough good leaders to forge a
bright path into the 21st century." --David Gergen, U.S. News and World Report.
Course Description
Culminating learning experience that explores knowledge of effective leadership
acquired through all previous leadership curriculum. Involves application and evaluation
of: students’ leader competencies, knowledge of leadership theory, values, and ethics.
Theory-related content combined with experiential teaching methods provides students
with an opportunity to increase their understanding of leadership theory, examine how
attitudes about themselves and others influence leadership behavior, and stimulates the
development of new skills through demonstration and practice. The focus of the course
is on “leadership” the verb rather than “leadership” the noun. This course includes a very
high degree of student participation.
Course Objectives
 Acquire intimate knowledge of leadership techniques, strategies and theories;
 Understand and apply the basic foundations of human influence in dyads and groups.
 Increase ability to see the collaborative nature of leadership;
 Critically analyze leaders, leadership behavior and followership at both micro and
macro levels.
Course Format
This course is highly interactive with students acquiring knowledge of and inquiring
guest speakers and the professor on leadership theory, content and practice. This class
leverages courses in economics, finance, marketing, supply chain management and
leadership with an integrated approach with critical analysis.
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Grading Policy
Items
Exam 1 (Chapters 1-4)
Exam 2 (Chapters 5-9)
Exam 3 (Chapters 10, 12-14)
Individual Topic Paper and Presentation
SOURCE Presentation
Participation
Total
Points Possible
50
50
50
150
100
100
500
Grading Scale
Grading is determined according to the following scale:
A = 93-100%
A- = 90-92%
B+ = 87-89%
B- = 80-82%
C+ = 77-79%
C = 73-76%
D+ = 67-69%
D = 63-66%
D- = 60-62%
B = 83-86%
C- = 70-72%
F <= 59%
Professional Branding
All students must create a business professional Linked In profile with a professional
picture and send the link to the professor.
Exams
Three take home exams will be given during the course. The exams will consist of a
variety of question types, including multi choice and true/false/explain. Materials for the
exams will be derived mostly from the course textbook as well as lecture, discussion, and
classroom activities. Students are expected to take the exams on the scheduled dates. Due
to the limited time in the classroom most topics from the book will appear on the test that
have not been discussed in class. Students will be accountable for all information in the
textbook and classroom activities. Makeup exams will not be provided.
Class Participation/Attendance/Preparation:
Students are urged to ask questions, express opinions, reveal facts, and challenge
presented materials. These types of participation are of vital importance to the learning
process. In addition, it is expected that all students will be thoroughly prepared for each
class discussion. Therefore, the quality of voluntary participation will be considered
when assigning final grades.
ALL unexcused absences will serve to lower the student’s final grade. Any student
absent for any of their presentations may expect to receive a 0 for their grade.
Major Individual Topical Presentation and Paper:
Each individual will select a major topic from the textbook or popular press to be
confirmed with the professor. Next, each student will prepare both a formal written term
paper to be presented to the instructor as well as an oral presentation to the class
(approximately 30 minutes). Note that the written paper is due at the start of the class on
the assigned presentation day. Be sure to type, double space, carefully proofread, use
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proper form as discussed in the APA Style Manual, and provide an accurate APA
reference section.
Sources consulted are to be at least 50% scholarly journals (see attached list). Wikipedia
nor similar sources of any kind are acceptable sources. Expected length is 5-6 pages
(please do not exceed 6 pages exclusive of references).
On the day of your presentation be sure to provide each class member with a detailed
outline and a complete list of your references (back-to-back is fine).
SOURCE Presentation for Individual Topic:
Individual students will conduct research, quantitative or qualitative, and present their
findings in a poster format at the CWU source presentation. All abstracts must be
submitted to the instructor by 4/11 and to SOURCE by NOON on 4/14.
< http://www.cwu.edu/source/abstract-submission>. If students conduct research with
live participants they will need to follow the proper HSRC protocol.
The purpose of the SOURCE presentation is to provide a platform for students to present
original research findings or an original synthesis of existing research on their chosen
individual topic. As discussed in class poster presentations will be evaluated on:
- 40 Points: Compelling Nature of the Research Question (Was a good question
asked?)
- 40 Points: Complexity of Research Design (Did you collect data in such a way
where we can believe your answer?)
- 40 Points: Degree to Which the Student Answered the Original Research
Question (Did your data inform your question)
- 40 Points: Appropriateness and Rigor of Quantitative Analysis
- 40 Points: Aesthetic Appeal of Poster (Did you make your answer compelling and
attractive)
Classroom Conduct
This is a student involved class. I will ask questions and initiate discussion directly to
individual students based on the day’s activities. Each student is expected to read the
textbook sections before class, take all exams, and complete any other assignment.
Everyone is expected to participate in classroom activities in a professional manner. It is
the policy of the Central Washington University not to discriminate on the basis of
gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin in its
educational programs. If you have a complaint, please inform the instructor, the
Management Department Chair, the CoB Dean, or the campus EEO/AA office. Honesty
and integrity is expected of all students. Academic dishonesty and misconduct will be
dealt with according to the regulations presented by Central Washington University.
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Course Schedule (in flexible order) –
3/30
4/4
4/6
4/11
4/13
4/18
4/20
4/25
4/27
5/2
5/4
5/9
5/11
Introduction to Course
Choose Topics
To Be Successful In This Course
Individual Topic Presentation- Begin with the End in Mind
- Come prepared with your research questions
- Discuss the research plan (where to get data, how to synthesize)
Determine Questions for Speakers
Scott Washburn- Vice President, Tree Top
Introduction to Leadership- James Avey
James Gaudino- President, Central Washington University
SOURCE Abstracts Due to Professor- Hard Copy in Class
Individual Research for paper, presentation and SOURCE
NO IN CLASS
- Finish and Submit SOURCE Abstracts by NOON on 4/14
- https://www.cwu.edu/source/poster-presentations-source
- http://guides.nyu.edu/posters
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1876493/
Individual Research for paper, presentation and SOURCE
NO IN CLASS
- Finish and Submit SOURCE Abstracts by NOON on 4/14
- https://www.cwu.edu/source/poster-presentations-source
- http://guides.nyu.edu/posters
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1876493/
Ray Connor- Former CEO, The Boeing Company
Individual Presentation #1
Individual Presentation #2
Craig Ronning- Regional Manager, Cornerstone Financial
Individual Presentation #3
Individual Presentation #4
Dan Arnold- Executive Pastor, Mercer Creek Church
Individual Presentation #5
Individual Presentation #6
Kathryn Martell- Dean, College of Business, Central Washington University
Individual Presentation #7
Individual Presentation #8
Greg Solem, Lieutenant Colonel, 27 Years United States Army
Individual Presentation #9
Individual Presentation #10
Jesse Eberle- Entrepreneur/Owner, Skagit Valley Signs
Individual Presentation #11
Individual Presentation #12
Steve Willard- Real Estate Developer
Individual Presentation #13
Individual Presentation #14
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Kevin Vaughan- CEO/Co-Owner, Cascade Precision
Individual Presentation #15
Individual Presentation #16
Mark Anderson- CEO/Owner, Anderson Hay
Individual Presentation #17
Individual Presentation #18
Stuart Hammond and Ty Ehrman- Engineering Director, Grant County PUD
Individual Presentation #19
Individual Presentation #20
Individual Presentation #21
Jeff Ellersick- Principal, Ellensburg High School
Individual Presentation #22
Individual Presentation #23
Individual Presentation #24
Memorial Day Holiday- No Class
Individual Presentation #25
Individual Presentation #26
Individual Presentation #27
Individual Presentation #28
5/16
5/18
5/23
5/25
5/30*
6/1
Finals
Week
Notes:
1) Please remember that our schedule is relatively flexible. When it is necessary,
we will adjust our pace.
2) The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus. Any changes will be
communicated to you well in advance.
3) Additional homework may be assigned depending on progress and need.
4) It is expected that all students will have the text/chapters and additional
materials read before coming to class.
5) It is expected that all students keep cell phones, i-pods and other electronics
off during class.
Students with disabilities who wish to set up academic adjustments in this class should give me a
copy of their "Confirmation of Eligibility for Academic Adjustments" from the Disability
Support Services Office as soon as possible so we can discuss how the approved adjustments
will be implemented in this class. Students without this form should contact the Disability
Support Services Office, Bouillon 205 or dssrecept@cwu.edu or 963-2171.
Planning to graduate in June? The deadline to apply is the second Friday of Winter quarter.
Planning to graduate in August? The deadline to apply is the second Friday of Spring quarter.
Planning to graduate in December? The deadline to apply is the second Friday of Summer quarter.
Planning to graduate in March? The deadline to apply is the second Friday of Fall quarter.
Questions? Call Degree Checkout 509-963-3524
Appendix A
Scholarly Journals:
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The following list of journals is a partial list of acceptable scholarly journals to be used as
potential sources for all research papers. The CWU library does not subscribe to all of
these journals.
Academy of Management Journal
Academy of Management Review
Administrative Science Quarterly
Personnel Psychology
Training and Development Journal
California Management Review
Organizational Dynamics
Decision Sciences
American Sociological Review
Abnormal and Social Psychology
Journal of Applied Behavioral Science
Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes
Journal of Management Studies
Journal of Applied Psychology
Personnel
Personnel Journal
Business Horizons
Harvard Business Review
Journal of Management
Human Relations
Monthly Labor Review
Industrial Relation
H. R. Magazine
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Mission
CWU's College of Business faculty and staff create value and opportunity for our students by focusing
on quality in undergraduate education at the Ellensburg campus and university centers in the Puget
Sound and central regions of Washington state. We accomplish this through emphasis on excellence
in teaching, which is strengthened by faculty research and supported by professional service.
Vision
CWU's College of Business will be recognized as a premier learning community creating an
environment in which students, faculty and staff reach their full potential.
Meaning of Our Mission
Value
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We create value by graduating students who possess foundation knowledge in accounting,
economics, finance, information systems, international issues, legal and social environment,
management, marketing, and quantitative business analysis.
We create value by graduating students who possess appropriate skills in the following areas:
written communication, oral communication, teamwork, critical thinking and ethics.
We create value by graduating students who are satisfied with their educational experience.
Opportunity
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We create opportunity by providing accessibility to students in Washington state through
programs and courses delivered at the Ellensburg campus and at well-established University
Centers co-located on dynamic community college campuses.
We create opportunity for a diverse student population.
We create opportunity by providing an affordable business education.
Quality in Education
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We provide quality in undergraduate education through quality teaching.
We provide quality in undergraduate education by delivering courses with an appropriate mix
of academically/professionally-qualified faculty and participating/supporting faculty.
We provide quality in undergraduate education through our faculty who research primarily in
the area of contributions to practice, and learning and pedagogical research, and secondarily
in discipline-based research.
We provide quality in undergraduate education through excellent physical facilities, distance
education facilities, and library data-base resources.
We provide quality in undergraduate education through our linkages with the College of
Business Advisory Board, alumni, employers and other professionals in business education,
as well as through professional service.
Our Shared Values
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The faculty and staff of the CB share a set of core beliefs and commitments.
We believe in:
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student success
lifelong learning
integrity and ethical behavior
excellence
We commit ourselves to:
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prepare students for the future
impart knowledge on which students can build
treat everyone with respect and fairness
exemplify our values by serving as teachers and role models
maintain currency in our academic disciplines and professional fields
engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the body of knowledge in our disciplines
Statement of Conduct
The College of Business is a learning community committed to a set of core values based on integrity,
respect and responsibility that guide our interactions.
Integrity: the quality of possessing and steadfastly adhering to high moral principles or
professional standards
Members of our community are expected to act with integrity and honesty. These qualities are
essential in providing a basis for trust, and are at the foundation of what molds the character of
business professionals.
Respect: to show consideration or thoughtfulness in relation to others
Our community respects the right of all people to express their ideas, beliefs, and opinions. Our
relationships are based on mutual respect for one another, and differences of opinion are discussed
openly and civilly. These discussions will focus on the issues, rather than attacking either party, and
are presented in a courteous manner. We are sensitive to the impacts of both our words and actions
on others.
Responsibility: the state, fact, or position of being accountable and responsible
We accept responsibility for our actions and the consequences resulting from them. We understand
and expect those around us to hold us accountable for our dealings and behavior. We deliver on the
commitments and promises we make to others.
Code of Honor
As College of Business students we pledge to uphold these standards of professionalism and conduct
ourselves in accordance with them. We will not lie, cheat, or steal, and will not tolerate those who do.
Our behavior defines who we are and what we will become.
Update Adopted September 19, 2008 by consensus of the CB faculty
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