Module Title:Management and Leadership
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In No Programmes
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Learners will be exposed to theory and practice of sports management and leadership through exposure to and study of academic materials (texts, journals etc.) and industry practice materials (case studies, live case examples, industry reports etc.). Classes will be tutorial in nature where learners will be expected to actively engage with module materials (online & offline), problem solving exercises and participate in class discussion and debate. Learners will be encouraged to self-reflect.
Module Aim: This module aims to provide the learner with an understanding of the principles and practice of management and leadership. The learner should be able to critically evaluate management and leadership theories, tools and techniques and apply them to the community and voluntary (sporting) sector.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Critically analyse and apply the theories, tools and techniques of leadership and management to the corporate/community/voluntary sector
LO2 Evaluate key aspects of strategic management & leadership
LO3 Demonstrate an awareness of leadership styles
LO4 Examine the management and leadership challenges for organisational change
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Introduction to the concept of leadership
Definitions of leadership; Universal characteristics of leaders; Differences between leadership and management; Framing leadership in sport
Theories & Concepts of Leadership
Historical development of leadership; Modern theories
Leadership Styles & Skills for Management
Concepts, theories & models of leadership related to community and voluntary (Sports) sector; Leadership practices & characteristics; Personal reflection on own leadership styles; Explore individual experience of leadership; Leadership skills for building teams and securing involvement and participation; Core communication skills used by leaders to motivate followers
Strategic Management & Leadership
Leadership & strategy; basic concepts in strategic management; key roles of leaders in creating visions & strategies; implementation of leadership and management strategies; Ethics
Leading organisational change
Leading change; key challenges that organisations and individual managers face
Trends and challenges in management & leadership
Global challenges for mangers and leaders; Strategic & leadership trends and issues in sport
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment60.00%
End of Module Formal Examination40.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other Learners will be required to demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes through continuous assessment work. This work may take the form of an essay, case study, exam, reflection, project, presentation but is not limited to these formats. Assessments will take place in Term 1 and Term 2. 1,2,3 60.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam 3 Hour Written Examination 1,2,3,4 40.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Every Week 4.00
Total Hours 7.00