Leadership Portfolio
The assessment on this module is a 3500-word portfolio which contains theory, practice and reflection.
Revise and resubmit your portfolio having taken into account summative and formative feedback required.
Compile evidence for your portfolio throughout the module and then write a 3,500-word reflective commentary which captures your learning and identifies strategies to improve your leadership practice.
The portfolio should have an introduction (approx. 250 words) and conclusion (approx. 250 words) and the following four sections:
A critique of leadership theory learned throughout the module. The critique should demonstrate an understanding of key concepts and theories of leadership in organisations. Use examples drawn from your own research (case studies, news articles, class discussions etc) to illustrate theory in practice. (approx. 750 words)
An evaluation of a problem based event. Use theory and activities undertaken throughout the module to demonstrate and evaluate how you have engaged and learned from a problem-based event. Explore the leadership skills and competences which you demonstrated. (approx. 750 words)
An audit of your own strengths and weaknesses as a leader. This skills analysis should refer to evidence (eg 360 degree leadership survey, Johari window, leadership vision etc) to support your personal evaluation of your strengths and development needs. Include this evidence as appendices in your portfolio. (approx. 750 words)
A personal leadership development plan. Prepare a development plan which demonstrates how you will continue to practice and enhance your leadership skills over the next 18 months. Identify objectives (key goals), activities (what learning/development you will undertake) and outcomes (measures of success) over the next 0-6 months; 6-12 months and 12-18 months. (approx. 750 words)
