Unit Outline

Students will be introduced to what leadership means for the clinician in contemporary practice. This unit will focus attention on learning about the essential components and processes of leadership in practice environments. Internal and external factors influencing leadership in contemporary health care delivery will be discussed. Leadership models and theories will be explored and personal leadership qualities will be identified and critiqued. Students will employ critical analytical and reflective abilities to identify, develop and communicate their strengths and developmental needs as emerging leaders in health care.

Intended Learning Outcomes

As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.

On completion of this unit, you will be able to:


1	Critique your own leadership qualities through self-assessment, analysis and feedback.
2	Critically analyse and reflect on the application of leadership theories to both self development and successful leadership in contemporary healthcare environments.
3	Communicate evidence informed knowledge and skills to a range of audiences.

Alterations as a result of student feedback

Unit content updated and assessments details refined as a result of student feedback.

How will I be Assessed?

For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.

Assessment schedule


ASSESSMENT TASK #	ASSESSMENT TASK NAME	DATE DUE	WEIGHT	LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:	Interview and Essay	Week 6	35 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 2:	Portfolio	Week 10	25 %	LO1, LO2, LO3
Assessment Task 3:	Essay	Week 13	40 %	LO1, LO2, LO3

Assessment details

Assessment Task 1: Interview and Essay

Task Description:

You are required to interview one leader from your practice and review their leadership style focusing on a leadership theory and outcome as indicated in assessment instructions.

Task Length:

1500 words

Due Date:

Week 6

Weight:

35 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	The extent to which a clear position is argued and sustained for the topic selected and the degree of relevance for healthcare environments.	LO1, LO2
2	Appropriate literature is incorporated to support argument in a synthesized essay.	LO2
3	Ability to access information from a key stakeholder and to incorporate this into written work.	LO2
4	Communicate clearly and succinctly using the current APA Style.	LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 2: Portfolio

Task Description:

You are required to actively participate in the content-based learning activities throughout this unit and develop a portfolio that demonstrates self-reflection and learning related to leadership theories and application to practice.

Task Length:

1000 words

Due Date:

Week 10

Weight:

25 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Actively participate in unit online learning opportunities illustrated by providing record of learning activities as instructed.	LO1, LO2, LO3
2	Explain theories related to leadership in practice.	LO1, LO2
3	Reflect clearly on newly acquired knowledge with clear plan of application of self-improvement in leadership practice.	LO1, LO2
4	Communicate clearly and succinctly using the current APA Style.	LO2, LO3

Assessment Task 3: Essay

Task Description:

You are required to write an essay focused on a leadership self-development activity.

Task Length:

1500 words

Due Date:

Week 13

Weight:

40 %

CRITERION #

CRITERION

MEASURES INTENDED

LEARNING OUTCOME(S)


1	Identify an area of focus for leadership self development, applying a leadership theory to outline the area’s relevance to effective leadership.	LO1
2	Justify generating and implementing an ‘action’ that will strengthen leadership potential in the focus area supported by relevant literature.	LO1, LO2
3	Reflect on the implementation of the ‘action’, with discussion of newly acquired knowledge and links to critical analysis of scholarly literature.	LO1, LO2
4	Communicate clearly and succinctly using the current APA Style.	LO2, LO3

How your final result is determined

To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes and achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater.

Academic progress review

The results for this unit may be included in a review of your academic progress. For information about progress reviews and what they mean for all students, see Academic Progress Review in the Student Portal.

Submission of assignments

Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.

Academic integrity

Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.

Requests for extensions

If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.

A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.

The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.

Late penalties

Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.