James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022

LB5242 - Value Creation Leadership

Subject Description

This subject builds on students' knowledge, understanding and experience of leadership to advance their thinking on how leaders can create value in organisations and beyond, in communities, societies, nations and global networks. The subject offers a unique opportunity for students to consolidate and deepen mastery of their core leadership principles through analysis, synthesis, application and reflection. In this subject, students will discover and strengthen their own contributions and effectiveness in driving business value, competitive advantage, and constructive change. They will broaden their knowledge of global geo-political fundamentals and deepen their understanding of the complexities of businesses as they relate to such areas as strategy, integrity and risk management. In this subject, students will gain a unique insight into businesses and how they can be more effective and successful in themselves and as part of the global landscape. This subject firstly introduces students to a foundation on Value Creation issues and what they mean within the business environment of the 21st century by way of practical examples and case studies. This builds an appreciation and understanding of how modern smart businesses can capitalize on current developments, and avoid any negative consequences. This subject is a core requirement for the Master of Business Administrations major in Leadership.

Learning Outcomes

• analyse and evaluate issues relating to the creation of value in a corporate (or substantive business) and the digital age implications of these issues for all stakeholders
• demonstrate an understanding of corporate digital leadership and its competitive effects on the sustainability of global business in the digital age
• apply knowledge and understanding of a range of value-adding strategies and skills that likely benefit business in the digital age

Subject Assessment

• Written > Briefing paper - (25%) - Individual
• Written > Project plan - (50%) - Group & Individual
• Briefing Paper - (25%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

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