Outline

Overview

This unit is designed to help students understand their own potential to become an impactful leader and their own responsibility in achieving this goal. The primary focus is therefore personal development leading to enhancement of both leadership and followership skills. Through learnings from multidisciplinary areas, such as psychology, organization behaviour and cross-cultural management students gain understanding of phenomena that affect the leadership role. More importantly, the unit encourages students to reflect upon who they are as leaders and who they would like to become. This unit is a unique opportunity to take responsibility and ownership for one's personal development and growth. The insights gained in this unit are directly applicable to students' personal and professional lives

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Management Education
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	John Shields, john.shields@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 14 March 2025

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Weekly reading critiques Post one 500 word critique weekly, with best 3 put forward for assessment.	20%	Week 05 Due date: 26 Mar 2025 at 23:59 Closing date: 08 Apr 2025	1500 words of main text
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Personal leadership development plan See unit Canvas site for full details and directions.	30%	Week 06 Due date: 03 Apr 2025 at 23:59 Closing date: 17 Apr 2025	2500 words of main text
Outcomes assessed:
Supervised test ?	Interactive oral assessment 30 minute 1:1 case-based discussion with unit coordinator	30%	Week 08	30 minutes
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Team debate performance Team-based in-class presentation of a case either for or against a prescribed debate proposition.	20%	Weekly	Up to 30 minutes per team
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = AI allowed ?

Assessment summary

This unit has 4 assessment forms. Comprehensive details on each assessment item and assessment criteria are accessible via Canvas.

Weekly reading critiques (20%; 500 words per critique, with best 3 assessed, i.e.1500 word submission): Each week between Weeks 2 and 5 inclusive, post a 500 word critique of the required readings for that week on Padlet, then select and submit for assessment what you see as your best three weekly postings. Padlet postings due eack week; submisson for assessment Due:26/3
In-class team debate performance (20%): Prepare and present a case in-class either for or against a prescribed debate proposition. Use of AI is permitted for preparing the team case but no use of AI, PowerPoint or other visual presentation content is permitted for the debate performance itself. Speakers must not read from digital, written or printed notes.
Personal leadership development plan (30%; 2500 words of main text): Drawing on ideas, information and insights from unit readings, your psychometric profile results, and making judicious and fullt-documented use of recommeded AI platforms, formulate an action plan for further development of your leadership capabilities consistent with yout career aspirations. Due: 3/4
Interactive oral session (30%): This involves a 30 minute 1:1 case-based conversation with the unit coorbinator that allows you to demostrate the breadth and depth of your learning and reflection in the unit. Being a 'hurdle' task, you must pass this item in order to pass the unit, irrespective of marks achieved in other assessment items. Sessions scheduled for Week 8 (14-17/4)

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Except for supervised exams or in-semester tests, you may use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessments unless expressly prohibited by your unit coordinator.

For exams and in-semester tests, the use of AI and automated writing tools is not allowed unless expressly permitted in the assessment instructions.

The icons in the assessment table above indicate whether AI is allowed – whether full AI, or only some AI (the latter is referred to as “AI restricted”). If no icon is shown, AI use is not permitted at all for the task. Refer to Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks for this unit.

Your final submission must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of automated writing tools or generative AI, and any material generated that you include in your final submission must be properly referenced. You may be required to submit generative AI inputs and outputs that you used during your assessment process, or drafts of your original work. Inappropriate use of generative AI is considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

The Current Students website provides information on artificial intelligence in assessments. For help on how to correctly acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the  AI in Education Canvas site.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Late penalties will be applied subject to the University's Simple Extension and Special Consideration provisions.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	No classes in this unit in Week 1; do preparatory reading and complete your Clifton Strengths profile by 26 February.	Independent study (0.5 hr)
Week 02	Morning: Welcome; Unit introduction and expectations; Leadership and followership. Afternoon: Self-leadership.	Block teaching (8 hr)
Week 03	Morning: Leadership context. Afternoon: Values-based leadership.	Block teaching (8 hr)
Week 04	Morning: Leading teams. Afternoon: Inclusive leadership.	Block teaching (8 hr)
Week 05	Morning: Cross-cultural leadership. Afternoon: Indigenous leadership.	Block teaching (8 hr)
Week 06	Morning: Leadership communication. Afternoon: Leading organisational change and sustainability	Block teaching (8 hr)
Week 07	30 minute interactive oral sessions	Block teaching (0.5 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Active participation is required.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings will be available on Canvas.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Identify your strengths and improvement areas as a leader
LO2. Develop an action plan to increase your leadership effectiveness and assist interpersonal growth.
LO3. Evaluate the impact of your behaviour on others – especially in context of leadership and teamwork.
LO4. Apply insights from a multidisciplinary body of knowledge on leadership to improve your teamwork and leadership efficacy.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This unit is continuously updated to reflect current events and research advances.

Additional information

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Teaching staff

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Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

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Disclaimer

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MMGT6020: Leadership

Semester 1a, 2025 [Block mode] - Castlereagh St, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect