Leadership

Description

This course takes an evidence-based approach to the study leadership and in doing so, uncovers myths and fads often championed by the "leadership industry". In the first part of the course, students will learn how to appraise and use trustworthy evidence to understand leadership effectiveness and make leadership decisions. The second part of the course is designed to develop students’ leadership capability. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to: describe the basic principles of using an evidence-based approach to the study of leadership critically discuss key concepts and theories in leadership and the evidence that underpins these concepts and theories apply evidence-based practice to leader decision-making integrate the evidence on leadership to develop personal leadership capability present both orally and in written communication their evidence-based practice of influencing others towards a vision. Other Information Students with an active Education Access Plan (EAP) are encouraged to discuss support with the Course Convenor (if necessary).