Leadership is one of the most enduring and complex themes in J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium. From reluctant leaders like Frodo to commanding figures such as Aragorn, Tolkien explores leadership not as a single style but as a dynamic interplay of voices, virtues, and choices.

This course examines leadership through Tolkien’s works using the GiANT 5 Voices framework, connecting modern leadership theory with literary analysis. Participants will identify their own leadership voice, analyze the leadership styles of key Tolkien characters, and explore practical leadership tools as they appear, explicitly or implicitly, within Middle-earth. The course culminates in applying these insights to real-world leadership contexts, helping learners grow as thoughtful, adaptable, and values-driven leaders.

This course is ideal for all readers of Tolkien, leaders, and lifelong learners interested in the intersection of literature, leadership, and personal development.

The module will follow an 8-session structure as shown below:

Outline	8-Session Structure
Week 1	Session 1: Discovering Your Leadership Voice
	Session 2: Leadership in Tolkien's World
Week 2	Session 3: Leadership Voices in Middle-earth
	Session 4: Leadership Voices in Action
Week 3	Session 5: Leadership Tools
	Session 6: Tools at Work through Tolkien
Week 4	Session 7: Tapping into All Five Voices
	Session 8: How Would You Lead Middle-earth?