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Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title Leadership in the Knowledge Age
Module Code EDU1117 (ITS: ES576)
Faculty STEM Ed, Innov, Global Studies School DCU Institute of Education
NFQ level 9 Credit Rating 10
Description

The general aim of the module is to develop the leadership capabilities of the participants by equipping them with the knowledge and skills to lead in a complex and dynamic environment. The goal is for each participant to become aware of different kinds of expectations related to new leadership in terms of strategy creation, change management, communication and strategy implementation.

Learning Outcomes

1. apply leadership techniques and tools
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3. work effectively with peers and managers


WorkloadFull time hours per semester
TypeHoursDescription
Lecture15Tutorials / Seminar / Workshops
Online activity10Discussions
Group work40Assignment
Independent Study85Individual reading/reflection/research including online learning
Integrated training (INTRA)90Application in work place
Assignment Completion10One main individual assignment AND one leadership journal entry
Total Workload: 250
Section Breakdown
CRN10561Part of TermSemester 1, 2 & 3
Coursework0%Examination Weight0%
Grade ScalePass Both ElementsY
Resit CategoryBest MarkN
Module Co-ordinatorYvonne CrottyModule Teacher
Assessment Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.

* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

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Indicative Reading List

Books:
  • Johnson, B.: 2012, Leaders Make the Future,
  • Leadership: 2009, How to Create a Shared Vision Statement,
  • Senge, P.: 1990, The Leader’s New Work,
  • Department for International Development: 0, Promoting Institutional and Organisational Development: A Sourcebook of Tools and Techniques,
  • JISC-InfoNET: 2012, PESTLE and SWOT Analysis,
  • Mind Tools: 2012, Stakeholder Analysis,
  • United Nations Development Programme (UNDP): 2012, The Millennium Development Goals: Eight Goals for 2015 (Alternatively, you can watch the video presentation about Accelerating Progress on the MDG Goals),
  • World Intellectual Property Organization: 2012, Risk Assessment Methodology,
  • Kotter, J. P.: 2007, Leading Change: Why Transformation Efforts Fail, Harvard Business Review,
  • Malipayon, E.: 2007, Making People Collaborate with Change,
  • Team Technology: 2010, Change Management – Five Key Principles,
  • Jones, J., Aguerre, D. A. and Calderone, M.: 2004, 10 Principles of Change Management,
  • Rogel, C.: 0, 5 Myths about 360-Degree Feedback,
  • Hofstede, G., Hofstede, G.J., Minkov, M.: 2010, Cultures and Organizations: Software of the Mind, 3rd ed., McCraw-Hill,
  • Bossidy, L. and Charans, R.: 2002, Execution: The Business of Getting Things Done, Crown Business, New York,
  • Kumar, S.: 1999, Force Field Analysis: Applications in PRA,
  • Fleenor, J. W. & Prince, J. M.: 1997, Using 360-Degree Feedback in Organizations: An Annotated Bibliography, CCL Press Center For Creative Leadership,


Articles:
  • 360-Degree Feedback.com: 2011, 360 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), 9742
  • 2010: 5 Myths about 360-Degree Feedback, 9743, 1
  • Developing Future leaders; The Role of Reflection in the Classroom: 9744, 1, Smith, M.
  • 9745: 1, Moon, J., 2003, Learning Journals and Logs, Reflective Diaries,
  • 1: Archer, D. and Cameron, A., 2009, Collaborative Leadership; how to succeed in an interconnected world, Oxford, Butterworth-Heinemann,
  • Bobinski, D.: 2006, Leadership Development: Creating Vision, Mission and Goals, 9748
  • 2010: Canada@150 Research Repo, 9749, 1
  • The Six Steps of Goal Setting: 9750, 1, Kaplan, R. S. and Norton, D.P.
  • Harvard Business Review: 9751, 1, Atkinson, P., 2008
  • 9752: 1, Lorenzi, N.M. and Riley, R.T.D., 2000, Managing Change: An Overview, Journal of American Medical Information Association,
  • 1: Techniques (n.d.) M Force Field Analysis,, 0, Training material in Creativity and innovation for European R&D Organisations SMS,
  • European School of Management and Technology: 2006, Preparation for Leadership 360 Degree Feedback in Leadership Development Programs and Executive Coaching, 9755
  • 2009: Harvard Business Review, To Lead, Create a Shared Vision,
Other Resources

  • Website: 2012, Management By Objectives. SMART, www.12manage.com
  • Website: 2012, Management Theory of Charles Handy, www.Business.com
  • Website: 2012, Change Management – Organisational and personal change management, process, plans, change management and business development tips, www.Businessballs.com
  • Website: 2012, Definition of Change Management, www.Change-Management-Coach.com
  • Website: 2012, Change Management – the systems and tools for managing change, Change Management Learning Centre, www.change-management.com
  • Website: Stevenson, D., 2008, What is a Change Agent?, http://it.toolbox.com
  • Website: Techniques M Force Field Analysis, Training material in Creativity and innovation for European R&D Organisations SMS, www.train4creativity.eu
  • Website: 2012, Strategy – Change Management (an overview), www.tutor2u.net
  • Website: Lewin K., 2012, Force Field Analysis, www.Value based management.net

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