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
- Deeply reflect on and make sense of their own behaviour and its impact on others
- Critically evaluate the role of leaders in concepts 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
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 to include preparation for lectures and own reading
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A1
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
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Assessment component |
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| Group Presentation | 20% | 9 hours | No |
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Group presentation (15 slides/ 15 minutes) |
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Reassessment component |
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| Individual Assignment | Yes (extension) | ||
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1000 words |
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Assessment component |
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| Individual Assignment | 80% | 36 hours | Yes (extension) |
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2500 words |
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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
Post-requisite modules
If you pass this module, you can take:
- IB9FY-10 Strategic Leadership Development
Courses
This module is Core for:
- 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