This document provides an overview of a senior management course on leadership in public service. It contains objectives of the course, definitions of leadership, theories of leadership styles, and qualities of good leaders. It discusses sources of power, behavioral and situational leadership styles. It poses discussion questions on appropriate 21st century leadership strategies, overcoming leadership obstacles, and factors influencing leadership in the Kenyan civil service. The document is intended to educate participants on the nature and role of leadership for public service.