University of Southern California

Leadership

Leadership

Can leadership be learned?

We believe it can and our innovative projects and prototypes are bearing this out.

While some people are born leaders the characteristics and abilities needed to be an effective leader are often learned only through experience.

So we create experiences for learning - experiences that are specifically designed to guide and advance the development of leadership skills.

We research the best ways to impart seemingly intangible qualities, like how to influence people, how to provide purpose, direction and motivation.

Through case-method teaching, filmed storytelling, and interactive training we are forging effective leadership by revolutionizing learning.

We believe unforgettable learning happens through emotional connections.

So we gather and retell compelling stories that engage students about leadership issues. These stories and the characters in them provide resonance and relevance to the lessons we are trying to impart.

Our technical applications support the development of a deeper understanding of interpersonal communication, building a positive environment, motivating subordinates, and the many other human factors that define an effective leader.

When it comes to leadership teaching, training and development, we think our approach is setting an example to follow.