Critical Social Inquiry 0261 - Women Who Rock

Since 1982 women have earned college degrees at a higher rate than men. Yet in 2015, female full-time workers made only 80 cents for every dollar earned by men, and in 2016 only 4.2% of Fortune 500 CEOs were women. In venture capital-financed, high-growth technology startups, only 9% of entrepreneurs are women. This course is designed to provide students with ideas, information and insights about women's experiences in business. The course will look at profiles of successful women as well as women's experiences both historically and currently, exploring the dynamics of power, leadership and access, and considering how this may inform and shape strategies to change the landscape for women in business. Joining us throughout the semester will be a range of women who have successfully navigated careers in the business world. Students in the course will also learn about their own leadership styles, through study of the enneagram. When people study the Enneagram, they see that there are many valid perspectives. The Enneagram is used to enhance communication, leadership skills and team interaction.

Multiple Cultural Perspectives Writing and Research Students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.