IB9PY-10 Leadership
Introductory description
The aim of this module is to build an in-depth understanding of leadership by focusing on the three complementary areas of: leading self, leading others and leading change.
Module aims
The module is a broad introduction to the field of leadership. Recent leadership literature is reviewed together with some of the major theoretical approaches. Case studies are used to develop experiential learning and consider the effectiveness of popular frameworks and models in relation to the needs of organisations.
The module also considers self development needs through the medium of a number of different approaches. Students are encouraged to reflect on their own styles and to participate fully in the sessions. The module will enable students to develop their skills in:
Working collaboratively as part of a team
Leading and managing people, change and innovation skilfully
Handling the ethical dimensions involved in making business decisions
Thinking systemically and critically appreciate the importance of sustainability in business
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
Self management, personal development and emotional intelligence
Collaborating effectively with others
Behaving assertively, communicating clearly, and influencing others
Leading individuals and teams
Leading ethically and sustainably
Leading in crisis
Leading strategic change and innovation
Leadership Styles
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Evaluate and critique the main theories of leadership, including the leadership capabilities required to contribute to organisational effectiveness
- Critically self-reflect on personal leadership capabilities and reflect deeply upon and make sense of their own behaviour and its impact on other people
- Critically evaluate ideas such as corporate social responsibility, the triple bottom line (economic, environmental and social value), ethics, sustainability and globalisation.
- Critically appraise a variety of approaches to leadership and management when leading strategic change and innovation
Indicative reading list
Reading lists can be found in Talis
Interdisciplinary
We use guidance and theory from sociology, organisational behaviour, history, philosophy and the arts to unlock this module
International
Most cases studies are from outside the UK and that include both developed and developing world examples
Subject specific skills
Interpret, synthesise and apply the theories of leadership into the development of own practice, and in supporting the development of direct reports
Manage challenging conversations effectively
Transferable skills
Written communication.
Verbal communication.
Problem solving.
Working with others.
Personal effectiveness.
Study time
| Type | Required |
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| Online learning (scheduled sessions) | 6 sessions of 1 hour (6%) |
| Online learning (independent) | 21 sessions of 1 hour (21%) |
| Private study | 28 hours (28%) |
| Assessment | 45 hours (45%) |
| Total | 100 hours |
Private study description
Private Study and preparation for online lectures. Session lengths may change
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
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Assessment component |
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| Group Presentation (10 CATS) | 20% | 9 hours | No |
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Group presentation of 15 minutes and/or 15 slides |
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Reassessment component is the same |
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Assessment component |
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| Individual Assignment (10 CATS) | 80% | 36 hours | Yes (extension) |
Reassessment component is the same |
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Feedback on assessment
Grade, verbal and written feedback on group presentation to Groups Individual assessment will have written feedback and will be assessed against approved PG marking grid
Courses
This module is Core for:
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q1 Postgraduate Business Administration (Executive) London
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q4 Postgraduate Business Administration (Executive) London
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q5 Postgraduate Business Administration (Executive) London
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1PW Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Distance Learning)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q2 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Distance Learning)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1S5 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Distance Learning) (London)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1S4 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Distance Learning) (Warwick)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q9 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Distance Learning) London
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1P9 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Executive)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1Q3 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Executive)
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1S2 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Executive) (London) Daytime
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1S3 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Executive) (London) Evening
- Year 1 of TIBS-N1S1 Postgraduate Taught Business Administration (Executive) (Warwick)