This module is designed to develop a critical, evidence-based understanding of strategic leadership in contemporary organisations at the individual, organisational, and team levels. Considering the business, ethical, and societal challenges organisations face, it focuses on differentiating leadership from management and aims to critically consider the ways in which theories of leadership are linked to organisational outcomes. The rationale for this module is the considerable need to understand and appreciate the role leadership plays in guiding organisations through challenges and change. Including the strategi leadership as part of the MBA program ensures students develop the visionary mindset and leadership capabilities required to navigate complex environments and drive sustainable success.

This module begins by rethinking what we mean by leadership, examines different sources of leadership, and considers why the idea of leadership has become so complex. Students will consider leadership through a meaning-making/sense-making lens and consider the context in which the various styles of leadership take place and their effectiveness in terms of organisational challenges. The module has a number of practical elements for students to consider, including knowing yourself as a leader (elements of leader identity, self-awareness, leadership styles, self-assessments) and how to develop individual leaders and leadership capacity in organisations. The role of emotions in the leadership process is addressed by considering the use of positive and negative emotions in leadership and focusing on effective leaders' emotional intelligence and self-awareness capabilities. The module is firmly rooted within the context of leadership in a globalised world and considers the requirements for ethical leadership in a leadership setting.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: - Critically evaluate the key aspects of strategic leadership and its relationship to organisational outcomes. - Assess the importance of different styles of leadership and the challenges to the strategic leader within various organisational contexts. - Identify ways in which individuals can exercise leadership more effectively through evidenced-based application of a variety of leadership styles and the development of individual leadership capacity. - Participate in debate/discussion on strategic leadership-related topics in a critical and challenging manner.

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: - Demonstrate awareness of leadership styles and the impact of leadership behaviour on performance. - Acknowledge the importance of style flexibility and the importance of a situational/contextual approach to leadership.

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This module will foster an active, collaborative learning environment where students engage in dynamic discussions, tackle real-world problems, and work together to sharpen strategic leadership skills. Teaching methods will include lectures, audio-visual resources, short case studies and in-classroom discussions. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in class discussions to enhance learning, critical thinking and confidence. Student graduate attributes will be developed in the following ways: Collaborative: Students will enhance their collaboration skills through case study analysis and team-based problem-solving assignments; Responsible and Curious: Through critically examining live case studies, such as those in public healthcare, students will cultivate a sense of responsibility and curiosity while developing practical solutions to real-world ethical challenges; Agile: Students will foster agility in theory application by engaging in peer interactions and independent, self-directed learning.; Articulate: Students will improve their articulation skills through presentations, classroom discussions, and written assignments.