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Andrew M. (Mike) Erdman
Walter L. Robb Director of Engineering Leadership Development
213E Hammond Building
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 863-9074
ame17@psu.edu
Academics: ENGR 409 (3 credits)
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This course helps students develop a deeper understanding of, as well as the skills associated with, the important facets of leadership in organizations and how they relate to business in the technology field. This is often referred to as the "mini MBA" course and includes the analysis of best practices of exemplary organizations, as well as a review of process improvement methodologies, such as Lean/Six Sigma. Topics covered in ENGR 409 include:
- Components of Leadership: Natural Capacities, Learned Skills and Competencies, Strategic Intelligence, and Personal Motivations
- Strategic Thinking
- Customer and Market Focus
- Establishing Priorities
- Information and Financial Analysis
- Human Resource Management
- Leadership Approaches and Development
- Process Improvement
- Business Results