EDUC6016
Leadership and Strategic Management
10 Units
Not available in 2014
Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004
Over all aim of this course is to provide the students with a sound theoretical base
towards effective practices in leading and managing educational organizations from a
strategic perspective. Particular emphasis is placed on leadership and strategic
management including strategic planning.
| Objectives | This Course seeks to: - Enhance the knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts, best practices and current literature relating to leadership and strategic management; - Assist the development of skills, competencies and critical and strategic thinking to be pro-active and effective leaders and managers with a commitment to continuous improvement; and - Encourage the adoption of flexible styles of leadership with empowerment and strategic planning to energise the staff towards the creation of efficient & effective organizations. |
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| Content | This course provides an in-depth knowledge and understanding of ten broad topics. These include: The Leader and the Art of Leading; How to Select an Appropriate Leadership Style; Leadership of Professionally Staffed Organizations; Leading and Managing Organizations; Leading and Managing Change; the Concept of Strategic Management; Strategic Management Perspectives, Levels & Modes of Strategy; Managing Strategically; and Strategic Planning. |
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| Replacing Course(s) | NA | ||
| Transition | NA | ||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||
| Assumed Knowledge | Nil | ||
| Modes of Delivery | External Mode Internal Mode |
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| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Seminar |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Seminar: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |