The Dichotomy of Leadership – Law Enforcement Promotional Exam Companion Course
This companion course is designed for law enforcement officers preparing for promotional examinations, based on the influential text The Dichotomy of Leadership. The program provides practice exams, structured study materials, and exam-focused strategies that reinforce leadership principles critical for supervisory success. Officers will explore how to balance opposing leadership traits—such as confidence and humility, discipline and compassion, and authority and trust—while applying them to real-world policing and organizational leadership. By aligning the lessons from The Dichotomy of Leadership with exam preparation, this course equips candidates with the knowledge, critical thinking, and leadership perspective needed to excel on promotional tests and perform effectively in supervisory and command-level roles.