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OBJECTIVES AND COMPETENCES:

The objectives of this course are to contribute significantly to the development of a set of competencies that have been shown to be essential for leading change and innovation in today’s organisations. These include the ability to adapt one’s leadership style to changing contexts or needs of others; apply tools and concepts from research on change management and innovation to gain insights on complex organizational problems; and to coach and mentor a team from diverse backgrounds to deliver high performance under time pressure.

TEACHING METHODS & EXAMINATION METHODS:

This programme adopts a strong practitioner perspective and will be highly interactive. A variety of teaching methods will be utilised throughout including discussions, group exercises, case study analysis including a live case, readings, videos and multi-media material. Preparation of assigned readings and case studies will be expected. It is expected that the mentoring experience, combined with the application of concepts to analyse the “real world” case will contribute significantly to learning.

Assessment will be based on a group presentation in which teams of students will apply one of the core models learned in the programme to the “live” case we have engaged with.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course participants will have developed:

  • A critical understanding of the various models, approaches and methodologies that explain the management of change and innovation and an ability to apply these frameworks in different change contexts.
  • Experience in applying those concepts to complex, real world strategic issues.
  • Enhanced awareness of their capabilities and responsibilities as organisational change and innovation leaders and greater confidence in proactively engaging with those dimensions of their leadership role.
  • An appreciation of the skills of effective coaching and mentoring, as well as the organisational value and personal satisfaction to be gained from mentoring activities.

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