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The aim of this module is to appraise critically theories of leadership and how leaders act to Influence others directly, and also indirectly, by influencing organisational systems and Structures. The module will focus on issues of leadership behaviours and skills required to achieve sustainable success and development for groups and organisations. The module will explore the following: • Contemporary theories of organisational leadership, including transformational leadership, authentic leadership, distributed leadership, ethical leadership, indirect leadership. • Models of leadership and motivation. • Current concepts of leadership responsibilities, capabilities and learning. • Study skills relating to research and written work By completing this module, you will be able to: 1. Critically evaluate a range of contemporary perspectives on organisational leadership. 2. Critically analyse how selected leaders exercise influence in organisations. 3. Identify appropriate leadership skills for particular contexts, and explain how they can be developed. Understand and apply academic standards in written work ASSESSMENT DETAILS Assessment is by one assignment, a critical essay of 6000 words (100%) which integrates theory and practice. The assignment must include a clear structure with an abstract, a bibliography and, where appropriate, appendices and diagrams. You must make appropriate use of journal articles and texts. 1. A critical literature review of key theories of the nature and exercise of leadership in organisations 2. A summary of the learning you can take from this assignment for your own practice and development as a leader