Leadership and Management in Information Organizations

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Use current research to address complex issues in leadership, management, and planning. (PLOs 2, 3, 4, 6, 7)
• Explain the ideas and practices behind user services. (PLOs 1-7)
• Apply budgeting, technology, and marketing principles in practical ways. (PLOs 1- 4, 6-7)
• Create fair and realistic solutions for workplace challenges using management skills and good judgment. (PLOs 1-7)
• Show strong communication, organization, and people management skills when working with diverse groups and in different settings. (PLOs 1-7)

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Management Topic Presentation: Analyze and Present on a Contemporary Management Challenge in Libraries.	10%
Library Project Proposal: Working in groups (individual projects are permitted with Dr. Reyna's approval), students will complete a multi-part, semester-long project that analyzes library survey feedback to identify a need or opportunity for improvement. Teams will develop an evidence-based proposal, including a recommended solution, budget, implementation timeline, and final presentation. The project concludes with a group evaluation to reflect on individual contributions and teamwork.	55%
Interview & Management Reflection Paper: Conduct an interview with a library manager and analyze the insights by connecting them to concepts, theories, and best practices explored throughout the course.	20%
Participation: Introduction Slide, Attendence, Class Wide Discussions, Group Work	15%

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance/participation is not a graded component included in the student's final grade for this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.