
Leadership
Practice and Perspectives
Kevin Roe(Author)
Oxford University Press
2nd Edition
Published on 30. March 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
400 pages
978-0-19-877710-6 (ISBN)
Description
This accessible and comprehensive textbook is designed specifically to develop students' understanding of leadership in a variety of contexts. Assuming no prior experience of leadership in the business world, this book is a must-read for students embarking on their study of leadership, while thinking ahead to their own future employment.
The book is divided into two clear parts, to logically guide the reader through the key theoretical models of leadership, as well as the issues and themes that surround the subject. Part 1 clearly examines the main theories in the field, including situational and contingency theories, behavioural models, and trait theory, while Part 2 draws on a number of different themes to add depth to the theoretical ideas discussed, such as diversity, power, and ethics. This structure ensures a fundamental
understanding of the basics of the subject, as well as a comprehensive grasp of relevant contemporary issues.
To help to interpret the key theories, the book also illustrates leadership in action using a wealth of diverse case studies. Examples have been carefully selected to highlight the practical application of leadership theory, both in a formal business context and in everyday life, and dispel the common misconception for students new to leadership that it is only for the 'great and good'. Case studies are from the world of politics, entertainment, and sport; from Jeremy Corbyn, Quentin Taratino,
and Oscar Pistorius, to the NHS, Queen Elizabeth I, and Caitlyn Jenner. These case studies explore leadership across a variety of contexts and cultures, giving students the broad perspective they need to consider the subject critically.
Pause for thought boxes, self-test questionnaires, and assignment questions encourage students to reflect on the theories and practices they've learned about and how such concepts and issues might apply in their own approach to leadership. Together with the lively writing style, stimulating case studies, and further learning features, this allows students to fully engage with the subject and use the book as an essential tool in their leadership studies.
This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre featuring:
For students:
Multiple choice questions
Flashcard glossaries
Web links
For lecturers:
PowerPoint slides
Lecturer guide
Video links
The book is divided into two clear parts, to logically guide the reader through the key theoretical models of leadership, as well as the issues and themes that surround the subject. Part 1 clearly examines the main theories in the field, including situational and contingency theories, behavioural models, and trait theory, while Part 2 draws on a number of different themes to add depth to the theoretical ideas discussed, such as diversity, power, and ethics. This structure ensures a fundamental
understanding of the basics of the subject, as well as a comprehensive grasp of relevant contemporary issues.
To help to interpret the key theories, the book also illustrates leadership in action using a wealth of diverse case studies. Examples have been carefully selected to highlight the practical application of leadership theory, both in a formal business context and in everyday life, and dispel the common misconception for students new to leadership that it is only for the 'great and good'. Case studies are from the world of politics, entertainment, and sport; from Jeremy Corbyn, Quentin Taratino,
and Oscar Pistorius, to the NHS, Queen Elizabeth I, and Caitlyn Jenner. These case studies explore leadership across a variety of contexts and cultures, giving students the broad perspective they need to consider the subject critically.
Pause for thought boxes, self-test questionnaires, and assignment questions encourage students to reflect on the theories and practices they've learned about and how such concepts and issues might apply in their own approach to leadership. Together with the lively writing style, stimulating case studies, and further learning features, this allows students to fully engage with the subject and use the book as an essential tool in their leadership studies.
This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre featuring:
For students:
Multiple choice questions
Flashcard glossaries
Web links
For lecturers:
PowerPoint slides
Lecturer guide
Video links
Reviews / Votes
An excellent teaching resource that provides both an interesting and theoretically rigorous analysis of key topics. Roe makes excellent use of real life case studies to demonstrate how leadership works in practice and enables students to reflect on their own approach to leadership. * Dr Linda Alker, Manchester Metropolitan University * A solid leadership textbook which is written in a clear, accessible and concise way. It covers all of the main issues and theories that any final year undergraduate or postgraduate module on leadership should be covering. * Dr Martin McCracken, Ulster University * Clearly explains a range of theories in the leadership canon, and offers some great case studies for discussion. * Dr Beverley Hawkins, University of Exeter *More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
Adult education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 247 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
680 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-877710-6 (9780198777106)
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Person
Kevin Roe is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the PGDip HRM at Anglia Ruskin University. He is also a Coach and Leadership Consultant specialising in leadership development, teamwork, and change in the private and public sectors. Kevin has previously worked as a Royal Naval Officer, and in international organisations in the private sector.
Author
Senior Lecturer in HRM, Course Leader PGDip HRMSenior Lecturer in HRM, Course Leader PGDip HRM, Anglia Ruskin University
Content
PART 1: THE BASIC FRAMEWORK; PART 2