Psychology of Leadership

• • Leadership styles, conformity, and obedience
  • Leadership and social identity theory
  • Leadership as a group phenomenon
  • Power
  • Stereotyping and diversity issues in leadership
  • Change, stress, resilience, and leading difficult conversations
  • Leadership, positive psychology, and emotional intelligence
  • Developing leadership ability

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

This subject considers the psychology surrounding leadership: by addressing what constitutes effective leadership and how leadership skills might be improved. It differs from standard business courses in leadership, of which there are, of course, many. In this unit we focus specifically on psychological processes (what is that is clear and distinct in the psychological make up of a 'leader' for example). The Unit is split into 8 modules and each of these has a separate and discreet topic. Whilst there are core readings for each module which you must read you are also strongly advised to review the additional reading as a way of enhancing your learning for this unit. Each of the eight sections introduces a key reading in the area of concern, and the introductory text and key reading complement one another in forming the core teaching materials.

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• Written Assignment (50%)
• Invigilated Examination (50%)

Current study term: 26 Feb 23 to 28 May 23

Next study term: 27 Aug 23 to 26 Nov 23