Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

Many pharmacy graduates will be employed in positions where they will need to lead or supervise others or be leaders in introduction of new professional pharmacy services. An understanding of the principles of leadership and how to manage and implement change will therefore be important to effective professional practice. Students will develop and practice these skills through a range of team-based and individual activities and a group project.

Objectives

The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to leadership principles and concepts of change management in the context of pharmacy practice. It will differentiate leadership from management and will consider the basic theories of leadership and team-building. Students will develop skills in identifying opportunities for change, implementing and evaluating change in an evidence-based manner.
This unit also aims to develop students' generic skills in critical thinking, communication and problem-solving.
At the completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Describe the concepts of good leadership
2. Identify their personal leadership characteristics
3. Describe the principles associated with change management
4. Work in a team
5. Lead a team

Assessment

Peer-assessment will be used to assess team-work and leadership skills.
Assignments will be used to provide an assessment of the ability to apply leadership skills, the development of teams and the change management process.

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Jennifer Marriott
Kevin McNamara

Contact hours

72 hours of formal study per semester

Additional information on this unit is available from the faculty at:

http://www.monash.edu.au/muso/support/