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ENT304Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Leadership And Corporate Governance

This course provides an intellectual and professional training for would-be entrepreneur administrators. It covers the differences between corporate governance and leadership, various leadership theories, and leadership styles. The course also explores factors affecting leadership in both private and public sectors, the meaning and elements of effective corporate governance, and the responsibilities and functions of a board of directors. Students will also learn about basic principles of OECD and corporate control designs around the world.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

LeadershipCorporate GovernanceEntrepreneurshipManagementOECD Principles

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Leadership Theories

2

Corporate Governance Principles

3

Servant Leadership

4

Change Management

5

Organizational Ethics

6

Stakeholder Relations

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Business Manager

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Corporate Governance Officer

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Entrepreneur

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Management Consultant

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Policy Advisor

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Financial ServicesPublic SectorNon-Profit OrganizationsConsultingEntrepreneurship

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 1: Concept and meaning of leadership

2 study hours

•Define leadership and its historical context.
•Distinguish between trait, style, and situational approaches to leadership.
•Analyze the impact of leadership on organizational performance.

Week

2

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 2: Principles of leadership

2 study hours

•Identify and apply the eleven principles of leadership.
•Evaluate the role of self-improvement and technical proficiency in leadership.
•Discuss the importance of setting and exemplifying standards.

Week

3

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 3: Types of Leader

2 study hours

•Compare and contrast different types of leaders: charismatic, traditional, situational, appointed, functional, and principle-centered.
•Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each leadership type.
•Determine the suitability of each type in various organizational contexts.

Week

4

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 4: Qualities of Leaders

2 study hours

•Identify and assess the key qualities of effective leaders: honesty, forward-orientation, competence, inspiration, intelligence, fair-mindedness, broad-mindedness, and self-control.
•Evaluate the importance of each quality in different leadership scenarios.
•Develop strategies for personal improvement in these areas.

Week

5

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 5: Leadership styles

2 study hours

•Compare and contrast autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles.
•Analyze the impact of each style on employee morale and productivity.
•Determine the appropriate style for different organizational situations.

Week

6

MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

2h

Unit 2: Leadership Process, Aspect and Sources of Power

2 study hours

•Explain the roadmap to leadership, including challenging the process, inspiring a shared vision, enabling others to act, modeling the way, and encouraging the heart.
•Apply these steps to personal leadership development.
•Evaluate the effectiveness of each step in real-world scenarios.

Week

7

MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 1: Servant Leadership

2 study hours

•Explain the principles and practices of servant leadership.
•Analyze the role of service to others, holistic approach to work, promoting a sense of community, and sharing power in decision-making.
•Evaluate the characteristics of servant leaders: listening, empathy, healing, awareness, persuasion, conceptualization, foresight, stewardship, commitment to the growth of people, and building community.

Week

8

MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 2: Leaders as Agent of Change

2 study hours

•Define change management and its importance in modern organizations.
•Analyze the roles of leaders as change agents, including coaching, communication, involving others, motivation, rewarding, and promoting teamwork.
•Develop strategies for effective change implementation.

Week

9

MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA

2h

Unit 3: Problem of Leadership in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Identify and analyze the major problems of leadership in Nigeria: incompetency, mediocrity, ethnicity, tribalism, mono-economy, greed, financial corruption, insincerity, hypocrisy, and lack of national identity.
•Evaluate the impact of these problems on national development.
•Propose solutions to address these challenges.

Week

10

MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

2h

Unit 1: Meaning, Objectives and Elements of Effective Corporate Governance

2 study hours

•Define corporate governance and its objectives.
•Explain the elements of effective corporate governance: fairness, transparency, accountability, and responsibility.
•Analyze the importance of corporate governance in attracting capital, promoting efficient resource use, and meeting societal expectations.

Week

11

MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

2h

Unit 2: Why Corporate Governance Matters and Corporate Governance Theories

2 study hours

•Explain why corporate governance matters for economic growth and development.
•Compare and contrast different corporate governance theories: agency theory, stakeholder theory, resource dependency theory, stewardship theory, social contract theory, legitimacy theory, and political theory.
•Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each theory.

Week

12

MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

4h

Unit Three: Responsibilities and Functions of a Board of Directors

2 study hours

•Identify and explain the responsibilities and functions of a board of directors.
•Analyze the composition of an effective board and the roles of shareholders and audit committees.
•Evaluate the qualifications and experience of members of an audit committee.

Unit Four: Basic Principles of OECD and Corporate Governance in Practice

2 study hours

•Explain the basic principles of OECD corporate governance.
•Analyze corporate governance practices in real-world scenarios.
•Evaluate the importance of fairness, transparency, accountability, and responsibility in corporate governance.

Week

13

MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

4h

Unit Five: Good Governance with Value Addition and Duel process

2 study hours

•Explain the concept of good governance and its value addition.
•Analyze corporate governance rating, benchmarking, and due process.
•Evaluate the benefits of good governance for organizational stability and growth.

Unit Six: Corporate Control Designs around the World.

2 study hours

•Compare and contrast corporate control designs around the world.
•Analyze the role of shareholder activism and concentrated and cross shareholding systems.
•Evaluate the effectiveness of different corporate governance systems.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all module objectives and key terms.

2

Create concept maps linking leadership theories to practical applications.

3

Practice analyzing case studies using different governance frameworks.

4

Focus on understanding the OECD principles and their relevance to global business.

5

Prepare summaries of each unit, highlighting key concepts and examples.

6

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra focus on challenging units.

7

Form a study group to discuss and clarify difficult concepts.

8

Review past tutor-marked assignments and identify areas for improvement.

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