This course will introduce the International Public Safety Leadership and Ethic Institute (IPSLEI) and its program in leadership and ethics. The course provides the student with a deeper understanding of self as it relates to leadership philosophies, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the exercise of effective and ethical leadership. Each student will study and explore the core values, ethics, decision making and begin to develop a personal philosophy of leadership. Through course presentations, dialogue, and learning activities, the student will identify leadership roles in the community as they relate to self, family, professional and social contexts. In addition the student will be able to define the difference between the exercise of leadership and management. The student will complete self assessments to gain insight into personal leadership style and characteristics and opportunity for growth. Readings, video and written case studies provide opportunity to further explore the exercise of leadership. The student will define and discuss personal responsibilities for the exercise of leadership in the context of critical incident management.