Business meeting leadership management

Key features

This module will enable students to explore and critically analyse the complex and dynamic nature of leadership within the context of personal, team, organisational, national and global professional practice.
You will share the contemporary thinking in relation to leadership theory and its relevance to professional practice. 
Students will be supported to relate this theory to their own personal and professional development in addition critically exploring its capacity to impact on global, organisational and team dynamics. 
Module code

ADV774

Credits

20

FHEQ Level 

Level 7 - masters degree

Location 

Blended learning approach with face to face delivery at Plymouth

Plymouth Business School

ADV774 module details (masters level) 

Learning outcomes
 At the end of the module the learner will be expected to be able to: 
  • Critically evaluate current leadership and management concepts in relation to global and organisational contexts.
  • Critically evaluate current leadership and management concepts in relation to team and personal development. 
  • Demonstrate a critical understanding of the factors that impact on professional career development.
  • Critically examine your own identity as a leader and recognise your leadership capabilities.
Summary of module content
  • Exploration of leadership models / styles and their application to professional practice.
  • Management styles and associated support structures for example, supervision, appraisal, mentorship.
  • Implications of change and exploration of change management theories.
  • Personal and professional development in relation to leadership capabilities.
  • Group and team dynamics.
  •  Professional resilience.

Admissions information 

Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
  • Application forms. 
  • Change of name forms.
  • Pre-course information.
  • Downloadable guides.
  • Student card.
Admissions information Additional information and documentation required for the application process.Access to application forms, download guides and confirmation information. Visit our admissions homepage.

Module dates

25, 26, 29 September and 9, 10, 13 October 2023
Occasionally delivery dates might be subject to change - always check with the module lead or Professional Development Unit.
Please be aware that all modules run to minimum numbers.
In the event that there are low numbers, this module may be rescheduled to an alternative date.
Some modules are also subject to maximum numbers.

Entry requirements

You will normally be a healthcare professional with a first degree or a related academic degree. BSc (Hons) at 2:2 or above, or European first cycle equivalent. Clinicians without a degree but with appropriate experience may be eligible to apply. Overseas students require IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent required.

Fees

Module lead

The lead for this module is Fiona Fraser. 
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You can contact the Professional Development Unit with any queries

Prospective student enquiries:
Current student enquiries:
Professional Development Unit, Level 4 Rolle Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom.
Monday – Thursday 8:30–17:00 and Friday 8:30–16:30.