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Details for LEA802 Advanced Studies in Leadership

This advanced study into leadership is constructed to sharpen your ability to tackle complex organisational leadership challenges using expert-level analysis and research. This subject prepares you to critically evaluate and apply theories and practices within leadership contexts, focusing on communication, culture, and change. You will also develop a thesis on a contemporary leadership issue, aiming to contribute both to your personal development and the broader mission of the Church.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: LEA802
  • Credit points: 20

Subject Coordinator

Contact studentsupport@ac.edu.au for more information.

Prerequisite

Unit Content

Outcomes

Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a systemic and critical understanding of complex and advanced organisational leadership issues and models.
  2. Demonstrate an expert ability to autonomously and analytically engage in critical reflection, synthesis and evaluation of specific leadership and organisational contexts.
  3. Critically assess and apply effective leadership practices, systems theory, organisational culture, communication, and change processes as they relate to individuals and organisations.
  4. Propose a topic of research on a contemporary leadership issue and develop an articulate research approach.
  5. Display an advanced level of integrative reflection which will inform and enhance Christian leadership practice.

Subject Content

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to Face
  • E-Learning (Online)
  • Intensive: Two weeks (not necessarily consecutive): 7 hours per day for 10 days = 70 class hours + 170 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks.
  • Extensive: Extensive: 10 days spread over the semester. This allows for students to complete readings, reflection and assessment and prepare for in-class activities between classes.

Please check the timetable to see when this subject will next be offered at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Forum Postings/Seminar Discussions (20%)
  • Project 1 (40%)
  • Project 2 (40%)

Prescribed Text

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks