Heritage and Community Changemaking captures the range of transformative effects that heritage – built or natural – has on communities. Bringing together concepts surrounding social dynamics, relative deprivation, access and inclusivity, and UNESCO’s CDIS and Culture|2030 Indicators, the course sets out a depth and breadth of case studies that hinge on the central commonality of cultural heritage. Students can expect to holistically pursue the change-making ability of heritage on a local, regional, and global scale, as they investigate the ramifications of cultural heritage on those around it.

This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about innovation in a world that is steeped in history. While the nonprofit world tends to change slowly, recent innovations are forcing change quickly. In this course we will discuss the major theories of change; the differences between personal change and organizational change; the impact of organizational change on leaders; and innovations in the world of non-profits.

This course examines leadership theory, concepts, and practice. Students will identify leaders and leadership styles and apply the knowledge to better understand and positively affect their organization, business, or institution. Self-reflection will be a focus of the class as students evaluate their leadership styles and practices to identify areas of growth and personal development.

This course will rigorously explore the pillars of sustainability, weaving together the threads that bind the human, social, economic, and environmental demands that form the fabric of modern life. We will investigate real-life case studies from each of the pillar, shedding light on how the global context for sustainability is driven forward by change within the individual, change within organisations and changes within infrastructure. Countries, corporations, and individual responsibility are thoroughly considered, considering major recent events, such as the Extinction Rebellion Movement and COP26.