Leadership, Strategy, and Organisational Management
9 Credits (ECTS)
Leadership, Strategy, and Organisational Management
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Module Description
This module aims to develop students’ leadership abilities by focusing on organisational strategy, leadership theory, and personal leadership development.
Students will learn to formulate strategic plans, lead organisational teams, and foster personal growth and resilience. The emphasis on coaching and mentoring will prepare future leaders to enhance organisational culture and manage burnout in high-pressure environments.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must have:
- Level 6 Degree and 2 years’ work experience.
Preference is given to applicants having:
- Level 6 Degree in a discipline related to the Study Programme; and
- A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in management within the sector covered by the Study Programme.
OR
- Level 5 Diploma or Higher Diploma and 5 years’ work experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
* Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
This course is targeted at Healthcare professionals with work experience; people such as:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in healthcare management.
- Individuals wanting to pursue senior management and leadership careers within the healthcare profession.
- Individuals wanting to enhance their ability to interpret, assess, and communicate healthcare-related information.
Career Paths
This programme is not designed to prepare students for specific warranted professions or regulated occupations.
Instead, it aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and competencies outlined in this curriculum, equipping them for diverse leadership and management roles within the healthcare sector.
This programme is targeted at healthcare professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders seeking to advance their careers in healthcare management. It also caters to individuals from non-healthcare backgrounds who wish to transition into healthcare leadership roles.
Graduates will be well-prepared for senior management and leadership positions in hospitals, healthcare organisations, government agencies, consulting firms, and international health institutions.
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Formulate and critically evaluate strategic leadership plans.
- Lead and manage organisational teams effectively.
- Coach and mentor for personal and professional growth.
- Manage change within organisations.
- Promote resilience and self-care as a leader.
- Enhance organisational culture.
Knowledge:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have been exposed to the following:
- Formulate and critically evaluate strategic leadership plans.
- Lead and manage organisational teams effectively.
- Coach and mentor for personal and professional growth.
- Manage change within organisations.
- Promote resilience and self-care as a leader.
- Enhance organisational culture.
Skills:
At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Develop comprehensive strategic plans that align with the organization’s vision and goals.
- Lead and manage individuals and teams effectively, applying appropriate leadership styles.
- Mentor and coach subordinates to help them grow professionally and contribute effectively to the organisation.
- Sustain personal well-being, manage stress, and prevent burnout, fostering a positive leadership presence.
- Enhance the organisational culture to foster motivation, trust, and effective communication among team members. 4
Module-Specific Learner Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to:
- Present own discussion and developments in a logical and organised manner through approaches of critical feedback and self-reflection.
- Engage with peers and/or team members to share and reflect on own development.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences:
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials etc.