ML501:  Formation of Emerging Leaders (4 units)
Elizabeth Glanville, Director of Doctoral Studies and Assistant Professor of Leadership
Fall 2003 Pasadena

 

 

DESCRIPTION:

This course explores the nature of spiritual leadership development.  In the course the student will look at leadership issues in their own lives, in the lives of several biblical char­acters, and in the life of one historical missionary.  Leadership emergence theory, which is grounded in the comparative study of many leaders' lives (biblical, historical, contemporary), forms the basis of analysis. Concepts investigated include: God's leadership-shaping activity, the place of prayer in ministry, character shaping, the guidance process, spiritual authority, and many others.  At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to recognize how God has been working in their own lives and also recognize His shaping activity in the lives of other leaders.  On the basis of these insights, students will develop a personal growth plan to fit their unique needs and call.

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Students will develop a critical understanding of the processes involved in leadership emergence patterns in Christian ministry.
Students will develop a deepened insight into their own pilgrimage, strengths, and weaknesses as a leader.
Students will be able to apply leadership emergence principles to their own ministry praxis.
Students will grow spiritually in relation to their ministry and call to lifelong ministry.

 

COURSE FORMAT:

Class meets for spiritual formation, leadership development concepts, group interaction, and personal application.

 

REQUIRED READING: If already read, select other books from a supplementary reading list or book approved by instructor.

ML501 Class Syllabus.
Bennis, Warren and Robert Thomas, Geeks and Geezers. Harvard Business School Press, 2002.
Clinton, J. R. Joseph—Destined to Rule: A Study in Integrity and Divine Affirmation. Altadena, CA:  Barnabas Resources, 1985.
Clinton, J.R. The Making of a Leader. Colorado Springs: Nav Press, 1988.
Clinton, Richard & Paul Leavenworth.  Starting Well.   Altadena, CA: Barnabas Publishers, 1994.
Crossman, Eileen. Mountain Rain.  Denver: OMF Books, 2001.
Acts of the Apostles (Bible)

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

1.  Reading: All of the assigned materials.
2.  Weekly exercises assigned in the syllabus and in class.
3.  Short paper on the student's leadership development (4,000 – 5,000 words).
4.  A take-home exam on Crossman's Mountain Rain.
5.  Th.M. Students: Students are expected to demonstrate a greater analytical depth on all written assignments and will be required to read three additional biographies (two biblical leaders and one historical leader) and submit written reports.

 

PREREQUISITES:

None.  This is primarily a course designed for students with 3 years of full-time ministry or less.  The course will focus on the early development phases of leadership development.  It will highlight concepts and issues which are critical to a person beginning ministry and will help a leader as he/she is developing during those critical early years of formation.
Students who are experienced leaders and are involved in training emerging leaders will also find this course beneficial.  Concepts in the course are foundational for training the next generation of leaders.

AUDITORS BY WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE INSTRUCTOR ONLY.  OBTAIN THIS PERMISSION PRIOR TO CLASS TIME.

 

RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM:  Elective.

 

FINAL EXAMINATION:  Yes.  A take-home exam on Mountain Rain.

 

Last Date Edited:  May 9, 2003