Leadership Theory and Practice

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Abstract

This subject introduces students to the key issues, concerns and theories of leadership, and supports students to build a theoretical framework in the context of, and for, the practice of their own leadership. The subject will guide students in their study of leadership by encouraging self-analysis and a critical engagement with theories of leadership. The subject will explore a diversity of theories, using them as a 'lens' to view leadership. Students will be encouraged to engage with leadership theories, applying them to their own practice and/or experience of leadership.

Syllabus

Moving from the paradigm of management to the paradigm of leadershipExploration of implicit leadership theories Investigation of trait theories of leadershipInvestigation of leader and follower centred approaches to leadershipExploration of strategy, power and change as key ingredients of leadership practiceExploration of dialogue as a key ingredient of leadership practiceExploration of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Moving from the paradigm of management to the paradigm of leadership
Exploration of implicit leadership theories
Investigation of trait theories of leadership
Investigation of leader and follower centred approaches to leadership
Exploration of strategy, power and change as key ingredients of leadership practice
Exploration of dialogue as a key ingredient of leadership practice
Exploration of emotions as a key ingredient of leadership practice
Investigation of difference, gender, aesthetics, and the work of leadership
Exploration of membership, belonging and social change as key ingredients of leadership practice
Investigation of authenticity and mindfulness and the work of leadership

Enrolment restrictions

Postgraduate students only