Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

The subject aims to give students an overview of the theory and practice of leadership.

Objectives

On completion of this unit students will have the ability to:

1. understand the complexities of leadership research, and the many different approaches used to study this topic;
2. critique competing theories of leadership behavior;
3. understand new trends such as globalization, cross-cultural research, affirmative action to reduce gender inequalities;
4. evaluate the evidence for various models used to study leadership behaviors.

Assessment

Oral group presentation: 25%
Individual essay: 35%
Examination: 40%
Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Simon Albrecht

Contact hours

Three contact hours per week: 2 hours of lectures and 1 hour of tutorials.

Prerequisites

PSY1011, PSY1022, PSY2042 and PSY2051

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

http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/course/ugrad/major-minor.html