Course

Unit 1

Foundations of Leadership and Managerial Roles

Leadership – Definition – Concept – Characteristics of Leadership – Factors governing good leadership – Leadership Approaches – Foundations of leadership Economic foundations, psychological foundations and Sociological foundations. Developing Leadership Vision – Leadership in Managerial roles, Activities, Functions Styles – Skills and Managerial effectiveness – Types of Leadership styles – Theories of Leadership -Leadership and Creativity – Leadership and Motivation – Attributes of a Good Leader

Unit 2

Leadership in Organizational Context

Charismatic Leadership, Transactional Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Agile Leadership, Inclusive Leadership – Authentic Leadership – Trust and Ethics in leadership – Contemporary leadership roles – Mentoring, Self-leadership, Effective Leadership Communication – Online leadership; Finding and creating effective leaders.

Unit 3

Leadership and Power Dynamics

Leadership and Power – Power – definition – The distinction between power, authority and influence, The classifications of power, Contingency approaches to power, Political implications of power, Leadership vs Power – Bases of power – Tactics – Organizational Politics. Conflict Management – Sources of conflict inorganization – Prevention of Conflicts, Leadership in the Gig Economy.

Unit 4

Leadership and Organizational Dynamics

Organizational Structure – Organizational designs – organizational development – Employee’s behaviour –Global implications – Organizational culture – Global Leadership Challenges – Types – Ethics in organizational culture, Digital Transformation in Organizations

Unit 5

Case Studies in Leadership

Case studies on recent leaders who have made a significant impact on their organizations or industries. This could include leaders who have successfully navigated challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, digital disruption, or organizational transformation. Leadership in Crisis: Examine case studies of leaders who demonstrated effective crisis management skills. Innovation Leadership: Explore case studies of leaders who have fostered a culture of innovation within their organizations. Ethical Leadership: Highlight case studies of leaders who have exemplified ethical leadership principles.

Course Objectives:

• To enable the students to understand the dynamics involved in effective decision-
• To familiarize the student with the managerial roles/functions/styles, the importance of effective interpersonal communication, and the group dynamics at work
• To enable the student to understand the importance of power and politics, to minimize and manage conflict, and to participate in and achieve organizational development.

Course Outcomes:

The student will be able to:

CO1: Understand the foundations of leadership and develop the skills necessary for effective managerial roles, incorporating economic, psychological, and sociological principles.

CO2: Comprehend diverse leadership styles, from charismatic to authentic, and cultivate effective communication skills for contemporary organizational leadership.

CO3: Analyze power dynamics, conflict management, and the challenges of leadership in the gig economy, while differentiating leadership from power.

CO4: Explore organizational structures, employee behavior, and global leadership challenges, emphasizing the role of leadership in navigating digital transformations.

CO5: Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios by critically analyzing case studies of leaders who have successfully faced challenges like crisis, innovation, and ethical dilemmas, enhancing decision-making skills and understanding the impact of effective leadership on organizational success.

Textbooks:

• Udai Pareek – Understanding Organisational Behaviour – Oxford University
• Robbins and Judge – Organisational Behaviour – Prentice Hall

References:

• John W Newstrom – Organisational Behaviour: Human Behaviour at work – McGraw Hill
• Uma Sekaran – Organisational Behaviour – McGraw