Internally, the organization s mission, vision, values, culture, and strategic plan are key considerations when the leadership role is contemplated. Structural aspects include the systems, processes, procedures, and tools through which the work of the organization is accomplished. These aspects can be categorized as technical, relational, and developmental. Other topics addressed include effective communication, relationships, decision making, and organizational empowerment. In its focus on leadership competencies, Unit 4 addresses the knowledge, skills, and commitments that contribute to effectiveness in the leadership role.
Students build on information acquired to date and develop a tool to assess leadership competencies.
Unit 4 also engages in further exploration of competencies identified by organizations and institutions. Opportunity is given to explore the issues associated with leadership as identified in earlier units. Unit 5 concludes with an evaluation of the course. The assessment structure for Master of Health Studies 601 is based on the following course activities, with the percentage weighting of each activity as indicated. Your final grade for the course will be a composite mark based on your performance on these course activities.