This course addresses leadership and leaders in the context of the structures, dynamics and transformation of organisations in government and governance over time. It considers models and theories of organisations and organisational leadership in terms of the nature of governance and power. Types of governance and the organisational foundations of public affairs are examined with reference to people, systems and action involving the existence and exercise of various forms of power. This provides a basis on which to explore the pervasiveness as well as the confinement of power, along with its structuring, sharing, warranting and legitimation, with leadership as a unifying focus.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:1. understand the nature and significance of models and theories of organisations and organisational leadership in government and governance;
2. use the models and theories as analytical lens for guiding and informing an analysis of organisational structures and dynamics;
3. appreciate the complexities and dilemmas of organisations and organisational leadership in various governance arenas; and
4. address ways in which organisations and organisational leadership could be transformed in a particular governance arena.
Indicative Assessment
Two individual organisational analysis responses (each 1,500 words), and one group project on organisations and organisational leadership (3,500-4,000 words)The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
Six workshops: 9.00am-4.00pm and associated reading, research and writing.Preliminary Reading
Key readings in a prepared POGO Reading Brick
Shafritz, J M & Hyde, A C (eds), Classics of Public Administration, 7th ed, Wadsworth, New York, 2012.
Newell, T, Reeher, G & Ronayne, P (eds), The Trusted Leader: Building the Relationships that Make Government Work, 2nd ed, CQ Press, New York, 2011.
Assumed Knowledge
A keen appreciation of organisational structures and dynamics and associated organisational analysis through relevant work experienceFees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $3420 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $4878 |
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Winter Session
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6522 | 29 Jul 2017 | 11 Aug 2017 | 11 Aug 2017 | 14 Sep 2017 | In Person | N/A |
