School of Management, Unit Catalogue 2011/12 |
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 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Intermediate (FHEQ level 5) |
| Period: |
Semester 1 |
| Assessment:
| CW 40%, EX 60% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
| Before taking this unit you must take MN10001 or take MN10071 or take MN20080 or take MN20291 |
| Description:
| Aims: 1. Developing an understanding of the principles underlying leadership in government, industry, and society. 2. Review of research on leadership and management, examining topics such as leadership skills, leading changes in organizations, leader-follower relationships, and leadership tactics. 3. Take the theoretical aspects of leadership and relate them to real situations. Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module, students should be able to: * Identify and critique leadership styles based on various theories discussed. * Understand the strengths and weaknesses of various leadership styles based on context. * Understand what makes a good leader. * Understand leader-follower relationships. * Identify dysfunctional organizations and propose strategies for change. Skills: At the end of this module, students should gain the following skills: A. Knowledge and Understanding * Students will be able to appreciate the complex nature of leadership research. (T,F,A) * Students will develop an understanding of the influence of contextual variables when studying leadership. (T,F,A) * Students will be able to explain and apply their knowledge and understanding of key leadership theories to their own experiences. (T,F,A) B. Cognitive Skills * The application of imagination, inventiveness and critical thinking. (F,A) * Develop critical reflexivity towards the module content and examples of practice. (F,A) C. Transferable Skills * Written and verbal communication skills (A) * Analytical skills (A) * Research skills (T,A) * Time management skills (A) * Critical thinking skills (A) Content: Content will include: * Leadership vs. Management * Effective Leadership Behaviour * Participative Leadership, Delegation, and Empowerment * Dyadic Role-Making, Attributions, and Followership * Contingency Theories * Transactional and Transformational Leadership * Outstanding Leadership Theories * Power and Influence * Developing Leadership Skills * Leadership in Teams and Decision Groups * Ethical Leadership & Diversity * Current Status of Leadership Research. |
| Programme availability: |
MN20433 is Optional on the following programmes:School of Management
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