Related Course/s:

Aims & Objectives:

• Experience the challenges of creating an effective learning group
• Develop deeper awareness and extend knowledge of group dynamics while operating as members of differently sized work teams
• Reflect in depth on understanding and managing oneself in work settings characterised by high levels of diversity, uncertainty and change
• Reflect on managing others in diverse work settings
• Display competencies in team work
• Design, implement and evaluate a learning program in the field of Leadership and Organisation Dynamics.

Teaching Methods:

Lecture (1 hours), Tutorial (2 hour)

Assessment:

Group Learning Contract 30%
Analytic Essay 40%
Experiential Work in Progress 20%
Attendance and Participation 10%

Generic Skills Outcomes:

• Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
• Entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
• Effective and ethical in work and community situations
• Adaptable and able to manage change
• Aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (eg socio-cultural, economic, natural)

Content:

• Group development: developmental stages/themes, role differentiation
• Leadership, followership, communication, decision-making, conflict management
• Conscious and unconscious processes in relation to the group’s primary task
• Leadership topics within the field of Organisation Behaviour as described and approved in each Peer Learning Group's Learning Contract

Reading Materials:

Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.