Coursework Title:

Case Study Analysis

Task Details/Description:

A case study will be provided during Term 2 which you will be required to analyse using the relevant theory and research. You are asked to apply theory and research covered in the second half of the module (i.e. Term 2), in order to address the below questions. In order to do well, you need to go beyond the module content and supplement your answers with wider academic readings.

  1. Critically discuss some of the key changes made by Camilla and describe why they were effective, with support from the relevant theory and extant academic literature. (It is recommended you focus on 2 or 3 changes in your answer).  (50%)
  2. Critically evaluate Camilla’s leadership by focusing on any two of the following topics. Based on your evaluation, provide recommendations on how she could be more effective and accepted (50%)
  3. Strategic Leadership
  4. Nationality/ National Culture
  5. Gender

Module Learning Outcomes Assessed:

  • Apply theoretical, empirical and experience-based knowledge of leadership to explain effective leadership in practice.
  • Demonstrate the analytical skills necessary to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of theoretical, empirical and experience-based approaches to leadership.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the progression of the leadership field and the ways in which our thinking has shaped research.

Presentation Requirements:

Word Count: 2,000 words (+/- 10%); tables, figures, any appendices and the reference list are not included in the word count.

Font Size: 12

Margins: 2.54cm

Line Spacing: 1.5