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ENT304

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.

About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
45 hours
Maths
None
Content
Theoretical, case study
Practical work
No
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor marked assessments
  • Final examination

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ENT304 · UNIT 1: CONCEPT AND MEANING OF LEADERSHIP

History of leadership can be traced far back to the time of creation, when God created all creatures including human, and ordered Adam to oversee and named other animals (Gen.2:19- 20),thereby making Adam the first leader in existence. History of research into the topic of leadership and leadership style can be broadly categorized into a number of important phases.

What you should be able to do

  1. Explain the key concepts and theories of leadership and corporate governance.
  2. Analyze the factors affecting leadership and governance in different contexts.
  3. Apply ethical principles to leadership and governance decisions.
  4. Evaluate the effectiveness of different leadership styles and governance systems.
  5. Develop strategies for promoting good governance and ethical leadership in organizations.

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Business Manager
  • Corporate Governance Officer
  • Entrepreneur
  • Management Consultant
  • Policy Advisor
Where it is applied
  • Financial Services
  • Public Sector
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Consulting
  • Entrepreneurship

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP

    Unit 3: Types of Leader

    Requires understanding of abstract leadership concepts and applying them to real-world scenarios, demanding critical thinking and analytical skills.

  • MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA

    Unit 3: Problem of Leadership in Nigeria

    Requires understanding of the unique challenges and complexities of leadership in the Nigerian context, including political, economic, and social factors.

  • MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

    Unit Two: Why Corporate Governance Matters and Corporate Governance Theories

    Involves understanding complex financial concepts and regulations, as well as the ethical considerations in corporate decision-making.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 1: Concept and meaning of leadership · 2 hours

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

  2. Week 2MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 2: Principles of leadership · 2 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..

  3. Week 3MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 3: Types of Leader · 2 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..

  4. Week 4MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 4: Qualities of Leaders · 2 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..

  5. Week 5MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 5: Leadership styles · 2 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..

  6. Week 6MODULE ONE: CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
    • Unit 2: Leadership Process, Aspect and Sources of Power · 2 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..

  7. Week 7MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA
    • Unit 1: Servant Leadership · 2 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..

  8. Week 8MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA
    • Unit 2: Leaders as Agent of Change · 2 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..

  9. Week 9MODULE TWO: SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND PROBLEM OF LEADERSHIP IN NIGERIA
    • Unit 3: Problem of Leadership in Nigeria · 2 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..

  10. Week 10MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
    • Unit 1: Meaning, Objectives and Elements of Effective Corporate Governance · 2 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..

  11. Week 11MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
    • Unit 2: Why Corporate Governance Matters and Corporate Governance Theories · 2 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..

  12. Week 12MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
    • Unit Three: Responsibilities and Functions of a Board of Directors · 2 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 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..

  13. Week 13MODULE THREE: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
    • Unit Five: Good Governance with Value Addition and Duel process · 2 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 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..

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Review all module objectives and key terms.
  • Create concept maps linking leadership theories to practical applications.
  • Practice analyzing case studies using different governance frameworks.
  • Focus on understanding the OECD principles and their relevance to global business.
  • Prepare summaries of each unit, highlighting key concepts and examples.
  • Allocate study time evenly across all modules, with extra focus on challenging units.
  • Form a study group to discuss and clarify difficult concepts.
  • Review past tutor-marked assignments and identify areas for improvement.

Questions students ask about this course

What is ENT304 about?

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.

How many units does ENT304 have?

ENT304, Leadership And Corporate Governance, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 145 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is ENT304?

ENT304 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Management Sciences.

Is ENT304 hard?

ENT304 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.

How long does ENT304 take to study?

About 45 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.

How is ENT304 assessed?

ENT304 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.

What can I do with ENT304?

Business Manager, Corporate Governance Officer, Entrepreneur, Management Consultant and Policy Advisor.

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