Leadership in Agriculture

The course in agricultural leadership provides students with a greater understanding of leadership as it pertains to their future profession as teachers of agricultural education. Leadership skills through the FFA is a major segment of the secondary agricultural education program. This course will explore the utilization of FFA leadership opportunities in secondary schools. The class will study the roles of leaders and followers, effective leadership, and ethical issues. The course will focus on leadership and service in teams, organizations, communities, and society. Students will learn leadership and methods of teaching leadership through the application of leadership in an organizational context.Prerequisite(s): Completed a minimum of 30 semester hours.