As a result of studies and practices student are expected to be able to demonstrate more advanced level of practice of:
Analyse own and others’ development needs in leadership and make strategic plans for development
practice self-management and leadership
understand dynamics of effective teamwork and leadership principles and practice them
use appropriate problem and conflict resolving techniques in teamwork
recognize own and team potential and development opportunities and act upon them
advance his/her team to effective performance and utilize the opportunities
represent his/her team and organisation professionally and develop networks
take appropriate roles (leader/follower) flexibly to advance team effectiveness
Contents
Situational leadership
Organisational behaviour, learning, and development
Organisational change leadership
Authentic leadership, employee advocacy
Transformational Leadership
Performance Leadership
Responsible Leadership
Implementation methods, Demonstration and Work&Study
Inquiry learning;
Integration and practicing in project work
Mentoring, coaching and consultations
Tutorials
Exams/tests
Self and peer evaluations
Lectures and workshops
Independent studies
Learning materials
Books on the content topics
E-books and online articles
Online tutorials
Companies’ web-portals
Industry related reports and statistics
Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
Social networking tools
Exercises, tests
Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students
Starting level and linkage with other courses
The module is a part of professional studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum. Module is a continuation of Leading Human Resources and aims to advance the following competences: strategic and creative thinking in leadership, effective leadership, professional communication, cultural awareness, developmental leadership. The module will be integrated with other modules, projects and learning activities whenever possible.
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria - grade 1
The student knows how to form, motivate and lead diverse teams strategically when aided and guided by others. S/he understands how to develop people skills as well as organisational communication, both external and internal. The student is able to perform tasks according to given instructions when s/he is aided by other students and the supervisors.
Assessment criteria - grade 3
The student can form, motivate and lead diverse teams strategically . S/he is able to use an appropriate leadership and communication style when guided. S/he displays good people skills as well as professionalism in external and internal communication. The student is able to solve organisational challenges when the task and instructions are given. The student is able to use research and developmental methods to lead improved performance.
Assessment criteria - grade 5
The student excels in motivating and leading diverse teams strategically. S/he is able to choose an appropriate leadership and communication style. S/he shows people skills as well as professionalism in external and internal communication. The student is able to solve organisational challenges proactively. The student is able to choose and use relevant research and developmental methods.