New Zealand Diploma
in Business
Leadership
Course Outline
230
2008
Table of Contents
Item Description Page
1 Paper Information 3
2 Teaching team and contact details 3
3 Outline 4
Prerequisite requirements
Aim
Learning outcomes (including capabilities)
Teaching methods
4 Daily programme 6
5 Assessment criteria, programme and timetable 7
6 Prescribed Text 8
7 References 8
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1. PAPER INFORMATION
1.1 Paper Overview
Level: 6
Points: 20
Learning Hours: 200
1.2 Paper Length
This paper consists of 8 day sessions in total.
The total study hours for this semester are:
Class contact: 70 Including breaks
Independent 130
study:
Total: 200
The daily sessions will be a combination of face-to-face, group and self-directed
sessions. It is recommended that each hour of class is supplemented with at least
three hours of personal reading, research and assignment preparation.
2 TEACHING TEAM AND CONTACT DETAILS
Lecturer Email
David LIN davidganglin@gmail.com
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3 PAPER OUTLINE
3.1 Outline
Introduction to the principles and practice of leadership and its relationship to
management. The paper provides an opportunity for students to engage with the
leadership process through critical reflection. The paper looks at leadership from an
individual and an organisational perspective. It also considers the relationship
between leadership responsibility and societal wellbeing.
3.2 Prerequisite Requirements
It is expected that students will have passed NZ Diploma of Business paper 130
Organisation and Management or the equivalent.
3.3 Over Aims of the Paper
This individual learning paper aims to introduce students to the principles and
practice of leadership. It will provide students with the major tools and techniques of
business leadership and provide an opportunity for students to engage with the
leadership process itself. It will also encourage an innovative approach to thinking
and critical reflection.
3.4 Learning Outcomes
By the end of this paper the students should be able to demonstrate the following:
3.4.1 CONCEPTS OF LEADERSHIP:
Students who have fulfilled all requirements for this topic understand the
nature of leadership and its relationship to management.
3.4.2 THE INDIVIDUAL AS A LEADER:
Students who have fulfilled all requirements for this topic are able to apply
leadership concepts to themselves.
3.4.3 LEADERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF THE ORGANISATION:
Students who have fulfilled all requirements for this topic are able to explain
how to apply leadership concepts in an organisational setting in order to be
effective as a leader.
3.4.4 LEADERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF SOCIETY:
Students who have fulfilled all requirements for this topic understand the
relationship between leadership responsibility and societal wellbeing.
Full details of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this NZ Diploma in
Business 230 Leadership paper are provided as a separate document.
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3.5 Student Capabilities
In this module the following capabilities and skills should be enhanced:
Application of knowledge by the analysis of the actual practice of leadership,
compared and contrasted with existing theory.
Conceptual thinking through exploring developments in leadership.
Teamwork and communication through group work in various activities.
Reflection through a range of activities both formal and informal.
3.6 Teaching Methods
The module is facilitated through a combination of discussions, case studies, videos,
readings, group and individual exercises and reflection. The emphasis is on learning
through participation and practical application. Both the learning and assessment
strategies are intended to foster the development of capabilities, skills and
understanding in the application of knowledge, conceptual thinking, problem solving,
communication, teamwork, research, and use of relevant techniques and technology.
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4. DAILY PROGRAMME – 465230 - SUMMER SCHOOL 2007/2008
Text Assessmen
Day Topic Content
Reading t
Chapter 1
1 1 Introduction
01 Mar Chapter 2
1 Concepts of Leadership
2 Chapters 3 & 4 Understanding Leadership and Its Relationship
08 Mar 1 to Management
3 Chapter 5
15 Mar 2 The Individual as a Leader
4 Chapter 10
22 Mar 2 Understanding Self
5 Chapters 6 & 7
29 Dec 2 Developing Self
6 Chapter 8 Review of
05 April 2 Giving and Receiving Feedback Personal
Development
7 Chapter 9
12 April 4 Community Service Project
8 Chapter 13 Understanding Followership Assessment One
19 April 3
9
26 April 3&4 Understanding our Role
10 Chapter 14 Review of
03 May 3 Working with Others Personal
Development
11 Chapters 11, 12, Leadership and Organisational Effectiveness
10 May 3 15 & 16
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17 May 4 Leadership and Social Responsibility
13 Chapter 17 Course Review & Reflection Review of
24 May Personal
Development
14 Interviews by appointment Portfolio
31 May Handover
Oral Interviews
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5. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA, PROGRAMME AND TIMETABLE
REQUIRED ASSESSMENTS (3):
1. Portfolio (50%): You are required to keep a portfolio (or learning diary) of
experiences, self-assessment exercises, insights and achievements made in the
course of this subject. The portfolio covers the 6 week period: from the first day of
class, until it is due during the week beginning 31st May, 2008. The portfolio
should also include the completed homework exercises. You are also required to
complete the initial self assessments provided and from these to compile a
development plan for yourself using the framework suggested. You are then to
review progress after the first week and at the end of the second week by
completing a self review using the suggested process provided.
Part of the portfolio mark will be assessed on your ATTENDANCE at and
participation in timetabled activities.
2. Oral Interview (30%):
You are required to make yourself available for an individual interview during
the week of 26-31 May, 2008 to discuss a series of questions on leadership,
review your development and discuss your portfolio.
3. ASSESSMENT (20%):
Reflective Essay: Using five (5) resources linked to leadership, you are to
write a reflective essay on leadership, integrating theory and practice.
For details of each assessment, please refer to assessment guides as provided.
To pass this paper students must submit work for all three assessments and
obtain a minimum mark of 50% overall.
Late Assessments: Please refer to the Business Diploma & Certificate
Handbook regarding the late assignment policy. This will be strictly enforced.
The standard practice is to deduct 10% per day.
Strategies for Passing this Paper:
Attend all classes and attempt all set work.
Read your textbook and other readings on the topic ahead of class.
Communicate with your lecturer.
Participate in class discussion.
Work in with the class/get a “buddy” and/or form a study group.
For New Zealand Diploma in Business:
GRADES A+ A B+ B C D E
MARKS 85-100 75-84 70-74 60-69 50-59 40-49 0-39
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6 PRESCRIBED TEXTS
Clawson, J. G. (2006). Level Three Leadership: Getting Below The Surface. 3rd Edn.
Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall
7 REFERENCES
FOUNDATION RESOURCES:
REQUIRED READING:
Cammock, P. (2003). The Dance of Leadership: The call for soul in 21st century
leadership. Auckland: Pearson Prentice Hall.
RECOMMENDED READING:
Covey, S. R. (1990). The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. New York: Simon
and Schuster.
Covey, S. R. (2004). The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness. New York: Free
Press.
Greenleaf, R. K. (2002) Servant Leadership: A Journey into the Nature of Legitimate
Power & Greatness, 25th Anniversary Edn. New York: Paulist Press.
Handy, C. (1997). The Hungry Spirit. London: Hutchinson.
Johnson, H. T. & Broms, A. (2000). Profit Beyond Measure. New York: The Free
Press.
Manning, G. & Curtis, K. (2003). The Art of Leadership. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Senge, P., Scharmer, C. O., Jaworski, J. & Flowers, B.S., (2005) Presence: Exploring
Profound Change in People, Organisations and Society. London: Nicholas Brealey.
Wheatley, M. J. (2002). Turning to one another: Simple conversations to restore hope
to the future. San Francisco: Berrett-Koehler.
Wheatley, M. J. (2005). Finding Our Way: Leadership for an uncertain time. San
Francisco: Berrett-Koehler.
OTHER REFERENCES:
During the course of the summer the tutor will recommend a range of books and
articles that students might find useful in developing an interest in the subject. The
library provides access to a wealth of material related to leadership in both text and
electronic form.
