Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Semester of Degree Completion

1987

Thesis Director

Douglas Bock

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to compare leader and non-leader attitudes regarding leadership training. This study states that there is significant differences among industry leaders, student leaders, and non-leaders with regard to the attitudes reflecting leadership and leadership training. A survey comprised of Likert scales, Likert-type scales, and open-ended questions was used to collect data. This data showed there was a significant difference in the expressed opinions of each group. The following conclusions were drawn: Industry and student leaders felt training was necessary to produce effective leaders; whereas, non-leaders seemed to remain neutral. Student leaders and non-leaders felt strongly that people were born with leadership qualities; whereas, industry leaders felt that anyone could acquire leadership skills. Student leaders and non-leaders felt that it was necessary to separate business and a personal life in order to be successful; whereas, industry leaders did not. Industry leaders tended to think that pressure was necessary to produce an effective leader; whereas, student leaders and non-leaders tended to disagree.

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