The purpose of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the issues related to leadership, management and change in their community learning workplace. Topics covered in this module include: organisational structures and theory; leadership and management theory; leadership styles; an introduction to strategic planning, specifically in relation to working with stakeholders; change management theory.

The learning strategies will require students to commit 300 learning hours.
There will be 30 hours of class contact and 270 hours of independent and self-directed study (including 40 hours work-based learning). There are 5 taught sessions. Specific work-based learning activities will be set to complement and feed into each taught session. Work-based learning activities will be carried out in-between taught sessions. Each taught session involves 6 hours of teaching. Taught sessions provide students with a broad overview and the conceptual frameworks which underpin leadership, management and change in the workplace. This incorporates tutorial support activities which will provide students with the opportunity to develop critical reading, critical thinking, and reflective skills to apply to the development of their own practice. The following will also be included:
Seminars ¿ Students will be given the opportunity to contribute to seminars which discuss, in depth, issues covered in the lectures and presentations in order to encourage discussion, reflection and the exchange of ideas. Students will be engaged in providing and receiving critical feedback from peers and tutors on presentations.
The module will also provide opportunities for students to;
- work with others
- develop interpersonal skills
- demonstrate the capacity to plan, share goals, and work as a member of a team
- communicate and present oral and written arguments
VLE - Blackboard will be used to facilitate the exchange of ideas and access to specific resources and activities. Students will be encouraged to use Information and Communication Technology, including word processing, powerpoint presentations, internet communication, information retrieval and on-line searches throughout their studies. Students will be expected to make full use of the VLE, contributing to discussion boards and submitting work-related tasks to the module tutor
Students are also required to organise and review their lecture notes and undertake preparatory reading and research on assigned materials in order to participate in, and lead class discussions individually and as part of a group.

Library
VLE - Blackboard

Key texts:
Adair, J. (2006) Leadership and Motivation, London: Kogan Page.
Buchanan, D. and Huczynski, A. (2004) Organisational Behaviour An Introductory Text, Fifth Edition, FT Prentice Hall.
Burnes, B. (2004) Managing Change, London: Prentice Hall.
Cameron, E. and Green, M. (2004) Making Sense of Change Management, London: Kogan Page.
Gill, R. (2006) Theory and Practice of Leadership, London: Sage.
Latham, G. P. (2007) Work Motivation: History, Theory, Research and Practice, London: Sage.
Newton, W. (2003) Leading People and Teams in Education, London: Paul Chapman Publishing.
Northouse, P.G. (2007) Leadership: Theory and Practice, London: Sage.

Assessment of this module comprises two parts: an examination weighted at 60% and a presentation weighted at 40%; students must achieve a pass for each part:
Part 1 - A two-hour `seen' and open book examination. The examination will test the student's knowledge and understanding of community learning organisation, leadership and management. (tests learning outcomes 1 & 2).
Part 2 - The presentation of a formal briefing paper at a seminar (10-15 minutes). The presentation will give an overview of the leadership and management of the student's workplace organisation. Students will submit copies of ICT presentation software and handouts in addition to a detailed presentation plan. (500 word equivalent - tests learning outcomes 3).