Introduction to Leadership and Management

This unit of study introduces students to leadership and management in the modern Australian health care system. Theoretical ideas around management, leadership, and organisations are introduced. Students will reflect on organisational culture and motivation. The student will be asked to apply theoretical ideas to practice and to the workplace through practical exercises. The opportunity for deeper learning occurs as students study contemporary economic, social and political issues that influence the Australian health care system.
Term : JANUARY, JULY
Hours of Study: 150
Credit Points : 6
Theme 1: Leadership and management
Discuss the differences between leadership and management
Theme 2: Effective leadership
Critically analyse the values, skills and knowledge relevant to leading and managing
Theme 3: Mentorship, preceptorship and coaching
Reflect on developing their own leadership and management skills
Theme 4: Organisational culture and motivation
Analyse mentorship, preceptorship and coaching principles in relation to personal and staff development
Theme 5: The Australian health system and organisational structures
Examine culture and motivation theories in the context of organisational leadership.
Theme 6: Power, politics and current issues in health
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