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UNIT OUTLINE

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

By the end of this unit participants should be able to:

1. Analyse the conditions and forces in contemporary society that have an impact on leaders and managers (GA4, GA8);

2. Critique a number of frameworks, theories and concepts relevant to leadership and management in contemporary organisations (GA4, GA5);

3. Evaluate their own strategies and practices in the light of these critiques (GA4, GA5, GA9);

4. Develop a coherent and integrated framework for the management and implementation of change which incorporate specific needs and requirements of their organisation (GA4, GA5, GA8);

5. Select the most appropriate leadership and management strategies and practices for the development of a learning organisation (GA4, GA5, GA9);

6. Analyse leadership and management problems and dilemmas from a moral and ethical perspective (GA4, GA5).

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

Each unit in your course contributes in some way to the development of the ACU Graduate Attributes which you should demonstrate by the time you complete your course. All Australian universities have their expected Graduate Attributes – ACU’s Graduate Attributes have a greater emphasis on ethical behaviour and community responsibility than those of many other universities. All of your units will enable you to develop some attributes.

On successful completion of this unit, you should have developed your ability to:

GA4 think critically and reflectively

GA5 demonstrate values, knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to the discipline and/or profession GA8 locate, organise, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information

GA9 demonstrate effective communication in oral and written English language and visual media

CONTENT

Topics will include:

1. The Nature and Importance of Management and Leadership

2. Individual Differences, Leadership Styles and Effective Leadership

3. The Leadership Processes

4. Power, Politics, Influence and Leadership

5. Participative Management, Empowerment and Team Leadership

6. Leadership and Change

7. Designing Organisational Structure and Effective Leadership Process

8. Leadership, Communications and the Learning Organisation

9. Creative Problem Solving and Spirituality in the Workplace

10. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Culture

11. Strategic Leadership and Building Trust

12. Authentic Leadership

SCHEDULE Study schedule

For the most up-to-date information, please check your LEO unit and also note advice from your lecturing and tutoring staff for changes to this schedule.

Week

Starting

TOPICS

TUTORIALS

30 July

Intro to

Management &

Leadership

Forming Groups; Developing group cohesiveness

Self-Assessment 1.1 1

How to improve - Discussed in class

8 August

Traits, Motives &

Characteristics

Self-Assessment 2.1 40

How to improve - Discussed in class

Bookshelf Marshall Plan 29

Case: Consolidated Products 58 Self-Assessment 2.5 55

			How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Impossible Dream 94
3	13 August	Charismatic & Transformational Leaders	Self-Assessment 6.3 184 How to improve - Discussed in class Bookshelf 6.1B 169 Case: What should I say? 189
4	20 August	Leadership Behaviour	Self-Assessment 4.5 123 How to improve - Discussed in class Bookshelf 42B 105 Case: A Nice Manager 128 Leading a Case Discussion Assessment Begins
5	27 August	Contingency & Situational Leadership	Self-Assessment 3.1 69 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Impossible Dream 94
6	3 September	Power, Politics & Ethics	Self-Assessment: 12.2 370 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: The Suarez Effect
7	10 September	Influencing Tactics and Teamwork	Self-Assessment: 10.2 307 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Decision Time 319 Challenge Activity Report Due
8	17 September	Motivation & Coaching Skills	Self-Assessment: 7.3 217 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Jake’s Pet Land Self-Assessment: 8.2 242 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Commissions for Charlotte 257
24 September Mid Semester Break
9	1 October	Communication & Conflict Resolution	Self-Assessment: 9.1 264 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: The Superintendent’s Directive 287
10	8 October	Strategic Leadership, Development & Succession	Self-Assessment 13.3 416 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: The Visionary Leader
11	15 October	Globalisation & Leadership	Self-Assessment: 11.2 333 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: The trouble with Bangles 355
12	22 October	Review	Self-Assessment 14.1 436 How to improve - Discussed in class Case: Culture Clash 456 Reflective Essay Due

Assignment 3	Reflective Essay
Due date:	Week 12 Turnitin Friday 5 pm
Weighting:	40%
Length and/or format:	2000 words
Purpose:	Reflect on the impact of the knowledge and discussion of the unit as it applies to the individual.

Using the information, you learnt about yourself in all the Self-Assessment tasks, the Challenge activity, and Leadership Instruments in the textbook, write a reflective essay of about 1500 words about what you learnt about your capability as a leader.

What is different about this essay compared to others you may have written at University is that you have not been asked to write an essay summarising the content of the unit (or parts of it). What you are required to write about is what you can envisage you can do with the content of this unit to become a wise leader. Put in different words, we are asking you to demonstrate the ways in which this unit is of benefit to you as a future leader. You may also find it useful to write in the first person rather than the normal third person

Learning outcomes assessed: LO 3,4,5,6

How to submit: Turnitin

Return of assignment: After results are released

Assessment criteria: Rubric Appendix C

Leading a Case Discussion
Group Name:
Assessment Criteria	HD	DI	CR	PA	NN	Marks
Knowledge and Understanding (9 marks) - Accurate and comprehensive understanding of the topic - In-depth understanding of Change Management issues related to the topic - Proficient application of relevant theory, models and concepts
Quality of the analysis (9 marks) · Structure of the presentation · Critical discussion of relevant issues · Critical evaluation of theories and models · Recommendations & change implementation plan
Research Skills (6 marks) · Scholarly use of a range of relevant sources, · Use of evidence and practical, ‘real world’ examples to support arguments - Proper acknowledgement of sources
Communication Skills (6 marks) · Professional presentation · Scholarly use of language throughout - Linking different issues and ideas in a coherent manner -Use of media support Handling questions and answers
Total Grade: 30 marks	Grade Obtained =
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Rubric – Video Presentation

30 Marks

Learning outcomes	Criteria		Standards
		Below Expectations	Meets Expectations	Exceeds Expectations
		Level 1 (e.g. F)	Level 2 (e.g. P)	Level 3 (e.g. C)	Level 4 (e.g. D)	Level 5 (e.g. HD)
1, 3 & 6 Report Marking	Content 15 Marks	Insufficient or inaccurate knowledge Irrelevant information presented, or nothing presented. Information appears to be randomly chosen and not related to material covered in the unit Little understanding of concepts	Demonstrates only basic knowledge Information from existing thinking in leadership presented and explained. Limited understanding of information and concepts presented	Demonstrates some knowledge although this needs further development. Relevant information presented from leadership theory Sound understanding of information and concepts presented	Demonstrates knowledge of leadership and management with insight and depth. Accurate, interesting, and relevant information presented from leadership literature Well-developed understanding of Information and concepts presented	Demonstrates comprehensive and highly insightful knowledge of the leadership issues Highly relevant and informative material and evidence presented from leadership literature Highly developed understanding of Information and concepts presented

1, 3 & 5 Presentation Marking	Delivery 15 Marks	Presentation is unclear or not organised in a logical way, pacing may be inappropriate; materials are ineffective or inappropriate for audience and/or communication mode	Ideas on the topic lack adequate organisation and clarity in parts, pacing adequate, though may be over-or under length; some materials used are appropriate for audience and communication mode	Ideas on the topic are presented in an organised way, though lack clarity in parts, adequately paced; materials used are mostly appropriate for audience and communication mode Most materials are useful and appropriate.	Ideas on the topic are presented effectively and expressed in an organised way, appropriately paced; materials used are appropriate for audience and communication mode Good variety of materials used	Ideas on the topic are clearly and professionally articulated, presented effectively in an organised way, and are appropriately paced; materials used are appropriate for audience and communication mode. Excellent variety of materials used.

APPENDIX B Reflective Essay Rubric Worth 40%

LO	Criteria	Unsatisfactory	Needs Improvement	Satisfactory	Good	Excellent
LO1, 2,4	Focus (10 Marks)	Essay fails to establish and maintain a consistent sense of purpose; no clear response to any of the questions posed.	Essay manages to divulge some relevant or promising insights, but fails to maintain attention sufficient for full meaning.	Essay establishes focus early and maintains purposeful attention throughout; some details confuse	Essay establishes focus early and maintains purposeful attention throughout; some details may confuse or undermine main point.	Essay establishes a clear and complex focus early and maintains purposeful attention throughout via relevant and memorable details.
LO2	Content (10 Marks)	Essay simply restates facts rather than reflecting on experiences. The writer’s point of view is not evident.	Contains some interesting ideas, but the essay does not explore them thoroughly. Lacks detailed explanation or supporting examples.	Essay shows thoughtful reflection. Writer’s point of view could be clearer	Essay shows thoughtful reflection. Writer’s point of view is apparent.	Demonstrates fresh, original thought and ideas. Point of view is thoroughly explored and clearly expressed.
LO2	Organization (10 Marks)	No clear direction. Main ideas are vague, and connections are confusing or incomplete.	Includes an organizational skeleton (intro, body, conclusion), but often strays from the main idea. Lacks transitions.	Organization is generally good, but there are unclear transitions.	Organization is generally good, but there may be some extraneous details or unclear transitions.	Organization enhances the main ideas. Supporting information is presented logically, with no extraneous details. Transitions are smooth.
LO4	Sentence Fluency and Word Choice (5 Marks)	Contains frequent grammar errors. Sentences are choppy, awkward, and hard to follow. Vocabulary is limited and words are used incorrectly.	Some errors in grammar and word choice. Sentences may be incomplete or rambling.	Generally applies standard English usage and appropriate word choices.. Generally conveys meaning	Generally applies standard English usage and appropriate word choices. Sentences are grammatical, but sometimes stiff or choppy.	The writing flows and shows a high level of sophistication. Strong and specific words are used to convey meaning.
LO4	Mechanics (5 Marks)	Frequent spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors. No evidence of proofreading.	Some distracting errors. Needs more thorough proofreading.	Contains some spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors,	Contains occasional spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors, but the errors are not overly distracting.	Proofreading is thorough. Correct spelling and punctuation throughout.

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