LEADERSHIP, INNOVATION AND CHANGE

MGT5LIC

2021

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject, you will critically analyse theoretical leadership models, approaches and competencies to assess what is effective organisational leadership. The subject investigates responsible leadership, sustainable innovation and leading effective and ethical change. Working individually, and with other students, you will analyse leaders in contemporary practice, within the context of dynamic, challenging and often ambiguous organisational circumstances. In addition, you will reflect on your own practice as a responsible leader, assessing your strengths and areas in which you can be even more effective.

SchoolLa Trobe Business School

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorWilliam Keeton

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo

Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesActivities will include key concepts, readings, online media and engagement in exercises and discussion to identify key elements of responsible leadership. Assessment provides an opportunity for you to critically evaluate key leadership theories and competencies.

Capstone subjectYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites MGT5STR and completion of 120 credit points of study; or enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Management (Public Sector) (LCMPS)

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsBUA5RL

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Evaluate key leadership theories and competencies, critiquing what constitutes responsible leadership

02. Analyse the effectiveness of contemporary leadership, by applying relevant leadership theories, whilst recognising the need to innovate and manage change in an often complex environment.

03. Apply appropriate frameworks to develop one's own responsible leadership model

04. Contribute to discussions on leadership in a thoughtful way, demonstrate an interest in others' views, offer useful feedback to others and receive feedback respectfully.

Subject options

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City Campus, 2021, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorWilliam Keeton

Class requirements

WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Classes will be a two hour combined workshop format. It is expected that students will have completed one hour online prior to coming to class.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
One 750 word individual paper	N/A	Other	Individual	No	10	SILO1, SILO2
One 2,000 word individual paper	N/A	Other	Individual	No	40	SILO1, SILO2
One group assignment, 1,500 words per person 3-4 students per group.	N/A	Assignment	Group	No	30	SILO1, SILO2, SILO4
One individual Infographic, equivalent to two A4 pages (1000 words equivalent)	N/A	Other	Individual	No	20	SILO1, SILO3

On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 4, Online