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MMBA8076 – Leadership and Motivation
2020 – MGSM term 4, Special circumstance
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Gayle Avery
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(Admission to MBA or GradDipMgt or GradCertMgtPostMBA or MSusDev or MASurg or MAMed or DAdvSurg or DAdvMed or GradDipSpSurg or GradDipSpMed or GradCertClinLship or MSocEntre or GradCertSocEntre or GradDipBusPsy)) or (admission to MAppFin or MAppFin(Adv) and (AFCP801 or AFCP8001))
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Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit explores the practices and philosophies underpinning leadership and motivation, encouraging students to develop integrative, complex thinking. Case studies from around the world enable participants to evaluate theoretical and empirical contributions to leadership while reflecting on their own leadership and motivation practices. The unit focuses on leadership’s important contribution to high performance and resilience in an enterprise, with particular emphasis on sustainable leadership practices. The overriding objective is to equip students with a theoretical understanding and set of tools and frameworks that enable them to diagnose leadership issues and propose responsible solutions in complex, diverse global contexts. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Analyse and describe the theoretical and research contributions underpinning leadership and motivation.
- ULO2: Critically analyse global leadership by diagnosing applied aspects of leadership and motivation in diverse contexts through case studies, both as an individual and a group.
- ULO3: Analyse the importance of diverse ethical leadership principles.
- ULO4: Assess the relationship between leadership and effective managerial performance.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Policy:
Late assessment submissions must be submitted through the appropriate submission link in iLea rn. No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late. Late submissions will not be accepted after solutions have been discussed and/or made available.
Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Individual Presentation & Group Report | 50% | No | Presentation in Class 7-8th November; Report 15th November |
| Individual Theoretical Essay | 50% | No | 22nd November |
Individual Presentation & Group Report
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Presentation in Class 7-8th November; Report 15th November
Weighting: 50%
This assessment has two parts. Part one involves students being allocated to study groups. Each group will select a current topic to study and discuss. Each group will have up to 45 minutes to lead a class discussion. At least 15 minutes should be devoted to a question and answer period which will be conducted by the group. Part two requires each group to submit a written summary (up to 2,000 words) of their presentation after taking into consideration issues and/or criticisms raised in the class discussion being sure to view the topic through a range of relevant theories.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse and describe the theoretical and research contributions underpinning leadership and motivation.
- Critically analyse global leadership by diagnosing applied aspects of leadership and motivation in diverse contexts through case studies, both as an individual and a group.
- Analyse the importance of diverse ethical leadership principles.
- Assess the relationship between leadership and effective managerial performance.
Individual Theoretical Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: 22nd November
Weighting: 50%
A 2000-word essay on theoretical aspects of leading and motivating is required.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse and describe the theoretical and research contributions underpinning leadership and motivation.
- Critically analyse global leadership by diagnosing applied aspects of leadership and motivation in diverse contexts through case studies, both as an individual and a group.
- Analyse the importance of diverse ethical leadership principles.
- Assess the relationship between leadership and effective managerial performance.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
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Required Text |
None. Please see iLearn for readings. |
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Unit Web Page |
The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
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Technology Used and Required |
Students are required to have access to a personal computer and familiarise themselves with iLearn (https://ile arn.mq.edu.au/login/). iLearn will be used to post lecture slides, assessment details, student grades and as a means of communication between staff members and students. This unit is delivered online and students are required to familiarise themselves with and have access to Zoom technology. |
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Delivery Format and Other Details |
The timetable for classes can be found on the University web site at: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/ |
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Recommended readings |
Recommended readings are provided via the links on the iLearn Unit page |
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Inherent Requirements |
None |
Unit Schedule
Please see iLearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 10/09/2020 | Updated Assessment Due Dates fro Presentation |