*Course Objectives* 

1. Equip students with foundational and advanced leadership theories and practices. 

2. Develop skills in strategic decision-making, team motivation, and conflict resolution. 

3. Foster ethical leadership and cultural competence in diverse workplaces. 

4. Prepare students to lead organizational change and drive innovation. 

 

*Course Modules* 

 

*1. Introduction to Leadership and Management* 

- Differences between leadership and management 

- Key leadership styles (autocratic, democratic, transformational, servant leadership) 

- Historical and modern leadership theories (e.g., Trait Theory, Situational Leadership) 

 

*2. Strategic Planning and Decision-Making* 

- SWOT analysis, PESTEL framework, and SMART goals 

- Data-driven decision-making and risk management 

- Scenario planning and crisis management 

 

*3. Organizational Behaviour and Team Dynamics* 

- Motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg, McClelland) 

- Building high-performing teams (Tuckman’s stages: forming, storming, norming, performing) 

- Managing remote/hybrid teams and cross-cultural communication 

 

*4. Effective Communication* 

- Active listening, feedback delivery, and assertive communication 

- Public speaking and persuasive messaging 

- Digital communication tools (emails, virtual meetings, collaboration platforms) 

 

*5. Conflict Resolution and Negotiation* 

- Sources of workplace conflict and resolution strategies 

- Win-win negotiation techniques (Harvard Negotiation Project principles) 

- Mediation and de-escalation tactics 

 

*6. Change Management* 

- Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model 

- Overcoming resistance to change 

- Leading digital transformation and innovation 

 

*7. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)* 

- Ethical dilemmas in leadership 

- Sustainability practices and CSR frameworks 

- Building a culture of integrity and accountability 

 

*8. Financial and Operational Management* 

- Budgeting, resource allocation, and financial reporting basics 

- Operational efficiency (Lean, Six Sigma) 

- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ROI analysis 

 

*9. Talent Management and Development* 

- Recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies 

- Performance appraisals and coaching 

- Succession planning and leadership pipelines 

 

*10. Leadership in a Global Context* 

- Cultural intelligence (CQ) and inclusive leadership 

- Managing global teams and supply chains 

- Navigating geopolitical and economic uncertainties 

 

*11. Innovation and Entrepreneurship* 

- Design thinking and agile methodologies 

- Fostering a culture of innovation 

- Launching and scaling new ventures 

 

*12. Capstone Project or Practicum* 

- Real-world leadership challenge: Develop a strategic plan, lead a simulated team, or solve an organizational problem. 

- Mentorship and peer feedback sessions. 

 

*Assessment Methods* 

- *Case Studies*: Analyse real-world leadership scenarios (e.g., Apple under Tim Cook, crisis management at Johnson & Johnson). 

- *Group Projects*: Collaborative strategic plans or team-building simulations. 

- *Presentations*: Pitch innovative solutions or present change management strategies. 

- *Exams*: Multiple-choice and essay-based assessments on leadership theories. 

- *Capstone Evaluation*: Final project judged by industry professionals or instructors. 

 

*Certification Requirements* 

- Complete all modules and pass assessments with a minimum grade (e.g., 75%). 

- Successfully present the capstone project or complete a *100-hour internship* in a leadership role.