Course Catalogue

Leadership and Organisational Development

Aim: Effective leadership is a key contributor to organisational success. It therefore behoves those in leadership positions to fully consider theories and ideas of leadership as well as their own leadership motivations and behaviours. This module starts with a focus on the individual and in developing a critical self-understanding as this is the cornerstone of good leadership. To do this students will explore theoretical perspectives of leadership, critically reflect on leadership in their own context and on their own approach to leadership. Part of this process includes developing a comprehensive development plan to improve leadership capabilities and to future-proof for the post MBA landscape. In addition students will consider psychological and behavioural factors that impact on the engagement of others, enhancing their ability to motivate, foster collaboration and communicate with colleagues, teams, and other stakeholders to achieve organisational success.

Outline Syllabus:• Self-concept and the links between identity and leadership behaviour (this may also include values and beliefs leading to professional codes of practice). • Personality and individual differences, Emotional Intelligence and Resilience • Overview of Leadership Theories (including areas such as Ethical Leadership, Adaptive Leadership, Leadership Styles, Transformational Leadership, Responsible Leadership, Value based Leadership, Sustainable Leadership etc.) • Self-assessment tools to develop personal insights • Building engagement and developing high performance teams (Engagement and motivation theories) • Leader influence and power in managing people • Building constructive working relationships across teams including understanding, equality and inclusion. • Managing performance, goal setting and team accountability • An introduction to coaching and action learning • Reflective practice and critical reflection • Future-proofing and professional development planning

Module Overview:
You will explore theoretical perspectives of leadership and will critically reflect on your own leadership. Effective leadership is a key contributor to organisational success, and this module will help you to gain a deeper understanding of this. You will also consider psychological and behavioural factors in a leadership context and will consider the impact that this has on others. Your ability to motivate, foster collaboration and communicate with colleagues, teams, and other stakeholders to achieve organisational success will be enhanced by your learning in this module.

Additional Information:Module is part of the MBA Programme For Students on the Apprenticeship (SLMDA - 36518) the following standards are covered - B7/B8 Able to manage conflict; manages partnerships, people and resources effectively and measure outcomes B9 Acts where needed as a Sponsor, championing projects and transformation of services across organisational boundaries C1 Understands ethics and values-based leadership C10/C11 Drives a culture of resilience and supports development of new enterprise and opportunities E1/E2 Uses personal presence and 'storytelling' to articulate and translate vision into operational strategies; demonstrates clarity in thinking and uses inspirational communication E3 Creates an inclusive culture encouraging diversity and difference E4/E5 Gives and receives feedback at all levels; builds confidence, develops trust and enables people to take risks F1/F2 Understands organisational/team dynamics and how to build engagement and develop high performance, agile and collaborative cultures F4/F5 Enables open and high performance working; and sets goals and accountabilities for teams and individuals F6/F7 Leads and influences people; builds constructive working relationships across teams, using matrix management techniques where required F8/F9 Ensures workforce skills are utilised, balancing people and technical skills; encourages continual development H1 Leads by example H2 Judgement and challenge H4 Valuing H5 Professional