Organizational leader and decision making – Executive Practical connection assignment
Note : This executive practical connection assignment about the course: Organizational leader and decision making and attached course syllabus for reference .
At UC, it is a priority that students are provided with strong educational programs and courses that allow them to be servant-leaders in their disciplines and communities, linking research with practice and knowledge with ethical decision-making. This assignment is a written assignment where students will demonstrate how this course (Organizational leader and decision making) research has connected and put into practice within their own career.
Assignment:
Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages double spaced) of how the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course have been applied, or could be applied, in a practical manner to your current work environment. If you are not currently working, share times when you have or could observe these theories and knowledge could be applied to an employment opportunity in your field of study.
Requirements:
Provide a 500 word (or 2 pages double spaced) minimum reflection.
Use of proper APA formatting and citations. If supporting evidence from outside resources is used those must be properly cited.
Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and theories from this course.
Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment. If you are not employed, demonstrate a connection to your desired work environment.
You should not, provide an overview of the assignments assigned in the course. The assignment asks that you reflect how the knowledge and skills obtained through meeting course objectives were applied or could be applied in the workplace.
Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of writing.
School of Computer and Information Sciences
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Information
ITS63
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– A08 Organ Leader & Decision Makin
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Spring 2021 First Bi-Term
Course Format: Online
CRN: 21942
Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Angela Pope
Email: angela.pope@ucumberlands.edu
Phone: 919.986.1173
Office Location: Remote
Office Hours/Preferred Contact Times: By Appointment
UC Directory URL: https://www.ucumberlands.edu/directory/dr-angela-pope
Course Description
One of the most important skills a business leader needs to have concerning technology
involves effective decision making and governance. This class will consist of a case
study approach presenting different scenarios that require decisions to be made on
technology issues that are relevant to today’s business environment. Students will
develop the skills for understanding the components and elements of these technology
decisions, and assess associated risks. This course will draw upon a cross section of
technology, finance, security, project management, leadership, and other aspects of
effective decision making.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course:
1. Develop IT strategy for business value,
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2. – Explain the principles of business metrics and its application in the business
setting,
3. – Explore and explain the principles of communications with business
managers.
Learner Outcomes
Compare and contrast the difference between leadership and management in a
digital world
Understand how innovation assists organizations with transformation principles
and practices
Understand how organizational culture impacts productivity
Articulate what ethical leadership is and how it impacts culture
Evaluate leadership traits that are most influential and impactful in strategic
business decisions.
Course Website
Access to the course website is required via the iLearn portal on the University of the
Cumberlands website: http://www.ucumberlands.edu/ilearn/
or https://ucumberlands.blackboard.com/
Required Books and Resources
Title: Organizational Leadership
ISBN: 978152971546
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Authors: John Bratton
Publisher: SAGE
Publication Date: 2020-02-10
Edition: 1st ED.
Course Required text can be found and purchased via the UC Barnes and Noble
Bookstore: https://cumber.bncollege.com/shop/cumberlands/page/find-textbooks
http://www.ucumberlands.edu/ilearn/
https://ucumberlands.blackboard.com/
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Academic Integrity/Plagiarism
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understanding, any act of academic dishonesty is especially distressing and cannot be
tolerated. In general, academic dishonesty involves the abuse and misuse of
information or people to gain an undeserved academic advantage or evaluation. The
common forms of academic dishonesty include:
Cheating – using deception in the taking of tests or the preparation of written
work, using unauthorized materials, copying another person’s work with or without
consent, or assisting another in such
activities.
Lying – falsifying, fabricating, or forging information in either written, spoken, or
Plagiarism—using the published writings, data, interpretations, or ideas of another
without proper documentation
Plagiarism includes copying and pasting material from the internet into
assignments without properly citing the source of the material.
Episodes of academic dishonesty are reported to the Vice President for Academic
Affairs. The potential penalty for academic dishonesty includes a failing grade on a
particular assignment, a failing grade for the entire course, or charges against the
student with the appropriate disciplinary body.
Attendance Policy
Course enrollment and participation will be monitored and verified for all students
during the first two weeks of classes. Lack of participation during this time may
jeopardize enrollment status. Each student is expected to meet course expectations by
completing the coursework required each week. Active participation and staying abreast
of the material is essential to success. Program specific attendance policies may still
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Participation Policy
Students are expected to actively participate in intelligent discussion of assigned
topics in all areas, such as: Discussion Board Activities, Synchronous Sessions,
Forums, Shared Papers, etc.
Point adjustments will be taken for non-participation.
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reasonable accommodations for their certified needs in the classroom, in housing, in
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paperwork is on file, a meeting between the student and the Coordinator will be
arranged to discuss possible accommodations before accommodations are formally
approved. Students must then meet with the Coordinator at the beginning of each
semester before any academic accommodations can be certified for that term.
Certifications for other accommodations are normally reviewed annually.
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reviewing this recommendation and concurring or amending it, the Vice President for
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Use University of the Cumberlands email system for all academic, administrative,
and co-curricular communication between faculty, staff and peers.
Check for email and class announcements using iLearn (primary) and University of
the Cumberlands webmail (secondary) daily.
Demonstrate Cumberlands Character in and outside the classroom per the
University Mission & Vision
Ensure you have consistent required technology for the course
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Participate in courses regularly to:
Find announcements and updates
Complete assignments on time. Keep in mind that all deadlines use Eastern
Standard Time (EST).
Engage in discussion
Connect with fellow students and faculty
Present written work in an academic and professional
manner.
Take examinations on the designated dates and times. Students should make
arrangements with faculty before the designated date for any needed
accommodations.
Contact faculty or student success coordinator with questions or concerns.
Course Policies
1. The only authorized electronic means of academic, administrative, and co-
curricular communication between the University of the Cumberlands and its
students is through the UCumberlands email system (i.e., Webmail). Each student
is responsible for monitoring his/her University email account frequently. This is
the primary email account used to correspond with you directly by the University;
imperative program information is sent to this email account specifically from
campus and program office.
2. Students should check for email and class announcements daily using iLearn
(primary) and University of the Cumberlands webmail (secondary).
3. Students are expected to find out class assignments for missed classes and make
up missed work.
4. Students are expected to find out if any changes have been made in the class or
assignment schedule.
5. Written work must be presented in a professional manner.
6. Work that is not submitted in a professional manner will not be evaluated and will
be returned as unacceptable.
7. There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation and diction (word
usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful
attention to these elements of craft.
8. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered
as inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.
9. Students are expected to take the examinations on the designated dates. If you
are unable to take the exam on the scheduled date and know in advance, you are
to make arrangements with your professor before the designated date. If you miss
the exam, you must have a legitimate reason as determined by your professor.
Recognizing that a large part of professional life is meeting deadlines, it is necessary to
develop time management and organizational skills. Failure to meet the course
deadlines may result in penalties. Keep in mind that all deadlines are set using
Eastern Standard Time (EST). Late assignments will NOT be accepted.
Course Activities and Experiences
Students are expected to:
Review any assigned reading material and prepare responses to homework
assigned.
Actively participate in activities, assignments, and discussions.
Evaluate and react to each other’s work in a supportive, constructive manner.
Complete specific assignments and exams when specified and in a professional
manner.
Utilize learned technologies for class assignments.
Connect content knowledge from core courses to practical training placement and
activities.
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Course Evaluation
A student will be evaluated/weighted on the following basis:
A student will be evaluated/weighted on the following basis:
1. Exams – Each exam will consist of multiple-choice, multiple answers, matching,
and True/False questions. Exam items derived primarily from lectures and
readings. Exams will be available through iLearn and completed independently.
2. Homework Assignments, Discussion, & Quizzes – Assignments, Discussion, &
Quizzes will be given throughout the term. Each quiz will consist of multiple-
choice/answer, short answer questions, matching, and True/False questions — quiz
items derived primarily from lectures and readings. Quizzes will be available
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through iLearn and completed independently. Assignments and Discussions will
come from the course lectures, materials, and required reading assignments.
3. Practical Connection Assignment – Written Assignment where students will reflect
on course concepts and their practical connection to a working environment.
Please note:
Course Weekly Assignments: Journals’ Articles 50% Course Grade.
Practical Connection Project 20% Course Grade.
Assignment- Discussion Boards: 30% Course Grade.
American Psychological Association (APA) Format is used in this course.
Read more about APA: Academic Writer Tutorial: Basics of Seventh Edition AP
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Style:
SafeAssign is used in this course.
Do not resubmit work either from a prior class for this course, or a prior
assignment in this course.
All work must be original and unique.
The recommendation is to check your work to ensure there is a low similarity score
(less than 20%) on all work submitted in the course. Also note that to reduce the
similarity score, rephrase the author’s words and use in-text citations.
If you have any questions, ask BEFORE you submit work for grading.
Grading Scale
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance as given
above in evaluation methods. The overall course grade will be determined according to
the following scale:
A= 900 – 1000 (90% – 100%)
B= 800 – 899 (80% – 89%)
C = 700 – 799 (70% – 79%)
F < 699 (Below 69%)
Course Schedule
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Lesson 1: Leadership vs. Management and How Leadership Impacts Decisions i
Digital Space
Resources Required Reading:
Chapter 1 in the textbook.
Benbya, H., Ning Nan, Tanriverdi, H., & Youngjin Yoo. (2020).
Complexity and information systems research in the emerging digital
world. MIS Quarterly, 44(1), 1–17.
https://doi.org/10.25300/MISQ/2020/13304
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Optional Resources:
Read: Chapter 1 Journal Articles
Journal Article 1.1: Trumpy, A.J. & Elliott, M. (2019). You lead like a
girl: Gender and children’s leadership development. Sociological
Perspectives, 62(3), 346–365.
Journal Article 1.2: Sudha, K.S., Shahnawaz, M. G. & Farhat, A.
(2016). Leadership styles, leader’s effectiveness, and well-being:
Exploring collective efficacy as a mediator, Vision, 20(2), 111–120.
View: Chapter 1 Videos
Chapter 1: https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-
video/chapter-1-the-nature-of-
leadership
DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, please review table 1.2 in the text
and review the distinction between leadership and management. Then think
about this in regard to how senior leaders versus senior managers lead
change in an organization (especially when it comes to technical change in
an organization).
This week please reflect on these concepts and answer the following
questions:
1. When implementing change in an organization, there are always
culture issues that are faced, such as not accepting change, determine
how differently this would be handled thinking about the management
versus leadership constructs?
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https://journals.sagepub.com/stoken/rbtfl/XTWG17302BI17WSW79RL0NI/pdf/10.1177/0972262916637260
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2. When dealing with performing work, how is this implemented
differently within the management versus leadership constructs?
Please be sure to answer all of the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59pm, ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
be compared against your peers using SafeAssign for plagiarism. You will be
able to review every other submission once you complete your entry, so
please note that copying other people’s responses will not be tolerated.
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Written
Work
This week’s journal article was focused on the Complexity of Information
Systems Research in the Digital World. Complexity is increasing as new
technologies are emerging every day. This complexity impacts human
experiences. Organizations are turning to digitally enabled solutions to assist
with the emergence of digitalization.
1. Please review the article and define the various technologies that are
emerging as noted in the article.
2. Note how these emerging technologies are impacting organizations
and what organizations can to do to reduce the burden of digitalization.
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references).
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-
hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in
the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the
due
date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s
responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 2: Organizational Performance, Innovation, and the TAM Methodology
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Resources Required Reading:
Chapter 2 in the textbook.
Akcil, U., Altinay, Z., Dagli, G., & Altinay, F. (2019). The role of
technology leadership: Innovation for school leadership in the digital
age. eLearning & Software for Education, 2, 323.
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live&custid=s8501869&groupid=main&profile=eds_new
Optional Resources:
Read: Chapter 2 Journal Articles
Journal Article 2.1: Learmonth, M. & Morrell, K. (2017). Is critical
leadership studies critical? Leadership, 13(3), 257–271.
Journal Article 2.2: Spector, B.A. (2016.) Carlyle, Freud, and the great
man theory more fully considered. Leadership, 12(2), 250–260.
View: Chapter 2 Videos
Chapter 2: https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-
video/chapter-2-strategic-management-innovation-and-leadership-part-
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https://journals.sagepub.com/stoken/rbtfl/6NZC36N6XC3DSGF0ORCDVI/pdf/10.1177/1742715015571392
https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-video/chapter-2-strategic-management-innovation-and-leadership-part-1
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DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this
week:
1. Organizational performance is the fifth aspect of the model, reflect on
the question, do certain leadership behaviors improve and sustain
performance at the individual, group, and organizational level? Please
explain your response.
2. There were two types of innovation addressed this week (product and
process innovation), please note your own personal definition of these
concepts and offer an example of both.
Please be sure to answer all of the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59 pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
be compared against your peers using SafeAssign for plagiarism. You will be
able to review every other submission once you complete your entry, so
please note that copying other people’s responses will not be tolerated.
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This week’s journal article was focused on how information and
communication innovation drives change in educational settings. The key
focus of the article was how technology-based leadership has driven the
digital age. Also, that the role of technology leadership incorporates with the
Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).
In this paper, address the following key concepts:
1. Define TAM and the components.
2. Note how TAM is impacting educational settings.
3. Give an overview of the case study presented and the findings.
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references).
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-
hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in
the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the
due date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s
responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 3: Power in Leadership, Organizational Leadership and Intentionality in
Innovation Implementations
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Resources Required Reading:
Chapter 3 and 4 in the textbook.
Se Yeon Choi, Goo Hyeok Chung, & Jin Nam Choi. (2019). Why are we
having this innovation? Employee attributions of innovation and
implementation behavior. Social Behavior & Personality: An
International Journal, 47(7), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.2224/sbp.8124
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Optional Resources:
Read: Chapter 3 and 4 Journal Articles
Journal Article 3.1: Lucas, J.W. & Baxter, A.R. (2012). Power,
influence, and diversity in organizations. The ANNALS of the American
Academy of Political and Social Science, 639(1): 49–70.
Journal Article 3.2: Martinez, A.D., Kane, R.E., Ferris, G.R., & Brooks,
C.D. (2012). Power in leader-follower work relationships. Journal of
Leadership & Organizational Studies, 19(2): 142–151.
Journal Article 4.1: Petty, M.M., Beadles, N.A., Chapman, D.F.,
Lowery, C.M. & Connell, D.W. (1995). Relationships between
organizational culture and organizational performance. Psychological
Reports, 76(2), 483–492.
Journal Article 4.2: Bonavia, T. (2006) Preliminary organizational
culture scale focused on artifacts. Psychological Reports, 99(3), 671–
674.
Journal Article 4.3: Walker, R.C. C Aritz, J. (2015) Women doing
leadership: Leadership styles and organizational culture. International
Journal of Business Communication, 52(4), 452–478.
View: Chapter 3 & 4 Videos
Chapter 3: https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-
video/chapter-3-power-and-leadership
Chapter 4: https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-
video/chapter-4-culture-and-leadership
DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this
week:
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https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-video/chapter-3-power-and-leadership
https://study.sagepub.com/bratton/student-resources/sage-video/chapter-4-culture-and-leadership
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1. Discuss what power in the context of leadership is and how it relates to
bullying within organizations. Also note how this impacts productivity.
2. Discuss what organizational culture is and how it impacts work
productivity. Also, note how organizational culture impacts the success
of innovation implementation.
3. How does culture impact leadership? Can culture be seen as a
constraint on leadership?
Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59 pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm, ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
be compared against your peers using SafeAssign for plagiarism. You will be
able to review every other submission once you complete your entry, so
please note that copying other people’s responses will not be tolerated.
Grading
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Written
Work
This week’s journal article focuses on attribution theory and how it influences
the implementation of innovation technologies. Two types of employee
attributions are noted in the article (intentionality and deceptive
intentionality), please review these concepts and answer the following
questions:
1. Provide a high-level overview/ summary of the case study
2. Note how constructive intentionality impacts innovation
implementations
3. Find another article that adds to the overall findings of the case and
note how attribution-based perspective enhances successful innovation
implementations. Please be explicit and detailed in answering this
question.
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references)
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is one-hundred
(100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in the
assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the due
date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
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responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 4: Ethics in Leadership and Knowledge Sharing
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Chapter 5 in the textbook.
LE BA PHONG, LEI HUI, & THAN THANH SON. (2018). How leadership
and trust in leaders foster employees’ behavior toward knowledge
sharing. Social Behavior & Personality: An International Journal, 46(5),
705–720. https://doi.org/10.2224/sbp.6711
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Servant leadership and team performance: The mediating role of
knowledge-sharing climate. Social Behavior & Personality: An
International Journal, 43(10), 1749–1760.
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Read: Chapter 5 Journal Articles
Journal Article 5.1:Bormann, K.C. & Rowold, J. (2016). Ethical
leadership’s potential and boundaries in organizational change: a
moderated mediation model of employee silence. German Journal of
Human Resource Management, 30(3–4): 225–245.
Journal Article 5.2:Haney, A.B., Pope, J. & Arden, Z. (2018). Making it
personal: Developing sustainability leaders in business. Organization &
Environment, 33(2). DOI: 10.1177/1086026618806201
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DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this
week:
1. Discuss what ethical leadership is and how it impacts the
organizational culture.
2. What are the various dimensions of ethical leadership?
3. Note some failures in ethical leadership, please find an example,
explain the failure and note possible solutions to fix the issue with
leadership.
Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm, ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
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This week’s journal articles focus on transformational leadership and
knowledge and knowledge sharing within an organization, please review
these concepts and answer the following questions:
1. How do trustworthy and ethical leaders enhance knowledge sharing in
organizations? How does this impact the rate of information technology
implementations? How does this impact data management within
organizations?
2. How does servant leadership assist with transferring knowledge in an
organization?
3. When thinking about data analytics, how does transformational
leadership assist with building good data structures?
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references).
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-
hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in
the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the
due date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s
responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 5: Leadership Styles and Tools to Manage Geographically Dispersed Tea
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Read (2016). Empowering leadership and effective collaboration in
geographically dispersed teams. Personnel Psychology, 69(1), 159–198.
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Read: Chapter 6, 7, and 8 Journal Articles
Journal Article 6.1: Russell, R.G. & Mizrahi, R. (1995). Development of
a situational model for transformational. Leadership, Journal of
Leadership Studies, 2(3), 154–163.
Journal Article 6.2: Tyssen, A.K., Wald, A. & Spieth, P. (2013).
Leadership in temporary organizations: A review of leadership theories
and a research agenda. Project Management Journal, 44(6), 52–67.
Journal Article 6.3: Greenwood, R.G. (1996) Leadership theory: A
historical look at its evolution. Journal of Leadership Studies, 3(1), 3–16.
Journal Article 7.1: Chaturvedi, S., Arvey, R.D., Zhang, Z. &
Christoforou, P.T. (2011). Genetic underpinnings of transformational
Leadership: The mediating role of dispositional hope. Journal of
Leadership & Organizational Studies, 18(4), 469–479.
Journal Article 7.2: Groves, K.S. (2005). Linking leader skills, follower
attitudes, and contextual variables via an integrated model of
charismatic Leadership. Journal of Management, 31(2), 255–277.
Journal Article 7.3: Heracleous, L. & Klaering, L. A. (2014).
Charismatic leadership and rhetorical competence: An analysis of
Steve Jobs’s rhetoric. Group & Organization Management, 39(2), 131–
161.
Journal Article 8.1: Madlock, P.E. (2008). The link between leadership
style, communicator competence, and employee satisfaction, The
Journal of Business Communication (1973), 45(1), 61–78.
Journal Article 8.2: Carmeli, A., Tishler, A., and Edmondson, A.C.
(2012). CEO relational leadership and strategic decision quality in top
management teams: The role of team trust and learning from failure.
Strategic Organization, 10(1), 31–54.
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DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this
week:
1. Discuss and identify leader traits and attributes that are most
beneficial in implementing the best decisions in an organization.
2. Explain the differences in charismatic and transformational leadership
and how both leadership styles impact organizational effectiveness.
Please note how these leadership styles affect implementing new
innovative technologies.
3. Review table 8.1 in the reading this week, note the work characteristics
and the traditional versus high-performance focus, note which focus is
best for strategic decisions and which is best for operational decisions.
Please explain.
Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm, ET).
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Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
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This week’s journal articles focus on empowering leadership and effective
collaboration in geographically dispersed teams, please answer the following
questions:
1. How do geographically dispersed teams collaborate effectively?
2. Please find at least three tools on the market that teams can use to
collaborate on a geographically dispersed team. Please note the pros
and cons of each tool.
3. Based on the research above, note which tool you would select if you
were managing the geographically dispersed team and why.
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references)
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-
hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in
the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the
due date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s
responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 6: Human Resource Management and Digital Retail Case Study
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Read Chapter’s 9 and 10 in the textbook.
Read URBONAVIČIŪTĖ, K., & MAKNICKIENĖ, N. (2019). Investigation of
digital retail companies financial performance using multiple criteria
decision analysis. Science: Future of Lithuania, 11, 1–9.
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Optional Resources:
Read: Chapter 9 and 10 Journal Articles
Journal Article 9.1: Crossman, B. & Crossman, J. (2011).
Conceptualising followership – a review of the literature, Leadership,
7(4), 481–497.
Journal Article 9.2: Agho, A.O. (2009). Perspectives of senior-level
executives on effective followership and leadership. Journal of
Leadership & Organizational Studies, 16(2), 159–166.
Journal Article 9.3: Larsson, M. & Nielsen, M.F. (2017). The risky path
to a followership identity: From abstract concept to situated reality.
International Journal of Business Communication. 1–28. DOI:
10.1177/23294888417735648.
Journal Article 10.1: Cook, A. and Glass, C. (2015). Do minority
leaders affect corporate practice? Analyzing the effect of leadership
composition on governance and product development. Strategic
Organization, 13(2), 117–140
Journal Article 10.2: Dreher, G.F. (2003). Breaking the glass ceiling:
the effects of sex ratios and work-life programs on female leadership at
the top, Human Relations, 56(5): 541–562.
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1. Discuss the key components of human resource management. Pick at
least four concepts from chapter nine and describe how these concepts
interrelate to individual performance on a team.
2. Review Table 9.2 and select one of the dimensions listed, note why it
was chosen and how you relate to this behavior. If you have a personal
experience, please share.
3. How do leaders select the best talent? What are some tools they can
use to select the best-talent?
Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
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Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59 pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm, ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
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At UC, it is a priority that students are provided with strong educational
programs and courses that allow them to be servant-leaders in their
disciplines and communities, linking research with practice and knowledge
with ethical decision-making. This assignment is a written assignment where
students will demonstrate how this course research has connected and put
into practice within their own career.
Assignment:
Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages double spaced) of how
the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course have been applied, or could
be applied, in a practical manner to your current work environment. If you
are not currently working, share times when you have or could observe these
theories and knowledge could be applied to an employment opportunity in
your field of study.
Requirements:
Provide a 500 word (or 2 pages double spaced) minimum reflection.
Use of proper APA formatting and citations. If supporting evidence from
outside resources is used those must be properly cited.
Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and
theories from this course.
Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment. If you are
not employed, demonstrate a connection to your desired work
environment.
You should not, provide an overview of the assignments assigned in the
course. The assignment asks that you reflect how the knowledge and
skills obtained through meeting course objectives were applied or
could be applied in the workplace.
Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of writing.
Lesson 7: Performance Management and the Perceptions of Artificial Intelligen
Resources Required Reading:
Read Chapters 11 and 12 in the textbook.
Meng, H., CHENG, Z.-C., & GUO, T.-C. (2016). Positive team atmosphere
mediates the impact of authentic leadership on subordinate creativity.
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Brock, J. K.-U., & von Wangenheim, F. (2019). Demystifying AI: What
digital transformation leaders can teach you about realistic artificial
intelligence. California Management Review, 61(4), 110–134.
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Optional Resources:
Read: Chapter 11 and 12 Journal articles
Journal Article 11.1: Budhwar, P.S. (2000). A reappraisal of HRM
models in Britain. Journal of General Management, 26(2), 72–91
Journal Article 11.2: Vermeeren, B., Kuipers, B., & Steijn, B.
(2014).Does leadership style make a difference? Linking HRM, job
satisfaction, and organizational performance. Review of Public
Personnel Administration, 34(2), 174–195.
Journal Article 12.1: Swailes, S. (2016) The cultural evolution of
talent management: A memetic analysis. Human Resource
Development Review, 15(3), 340–358.
Journal Article 12.2: Kim, S. and McLean, G. N. (2012). Global talent
management: Necessity, challenges, and the roles of HRD. Advances in
Developing Human Resources, 14(4), 566–585.
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DiscussionAfter completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this
week:
1. Discuss what performance management is and how it influences
effective teams.
2. Review table 11.1, define leadership behaviors (in your own words) and
note which behaviors are beneficial at specific organizational activities
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(example: project planning, leading coworkers, etc.). Please note at
least five organizational activities and be specific when responding.
3. Note at least two organizational capabilities and compare and contrast
each.
Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.
Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:
Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
Answer a question posted by another student in detail
Share an applicable personal experience
Provide an outside source
Make an argument
At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial
discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and
other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.
Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59 pm ET and then engage on
two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of
engagement, before Sunday at 11:59 pm, ET).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
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This week’s journal article focus on the how positive team culture can correct
the impact of lagging leadership creativity. Additionally, we discussed how
digital transformation leaders in regard to artificial intelligence (AI). After
reviewing the reading, please answer the following questions:
1. What is your definition of AI? Please explain.
2. What is your opinion of AI, is the technology currently available? Why
or why not?
3. Please note at least four AI technologies, explain if they are truly AI or
something else. Thoroughly explain your answer.
4. How is AI perceived as different in various industries and locations?
Please explain.
Be sure to use the UC Library for scholarly research. Google Scholar is also a
great source for research. Please be sure that journal articles are peer-
reviewed and are published within the last five years.
The paper should meet the following requirements:
3-5 pages in length (not including title page or references).
APA guidelines must be followed. The paper must include a cover page,
an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.
A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles.
The writing should be clear and concise. Headings should be used to
transition thoughts. Don’t forget that the grade also includes the quality of
writing.
Note: This written assignment is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth one-
hundred (100) points. You are required to answer the questions as stated in
the assignment question in order to obtain credit for the assignment by the
due date. If you do not complete the assignment by the due date, you will
receive a zero (0) for this assignment. There is a grading criterion associated
with this assignment. Your work will be compared to other’s work, using
SafeAssign for plagiarism, so please note that copying other people’s
responses will not be tolerated.
Lesson 8: Reflection Weeks
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DiscussionThis is a shortened week and therefore we are going to complete a reflection
activity.
This discussion topic is to be reflective of the course material. Therefore, use
your own words to respond to the following questions:
1. What other topics would you have liked to have covered in this course?
2. What reading did you find most interesting and why?
3. How has this course changed your perspective or outlook moving
forward?
4. Any other topic of interest that you would like to add.
5. Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post.
6. Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 5:00 PM (Eastern Time).
Note: This discussion is a REQUIRED ASSIGNMENT it is worth twenty-five
(25) points. You are required to respond to the question in order to obtain
credit for the assignment by the due date. If you do not respond to the
question by the due date, you will receive a zero (0) for this assignment.
There is a grading criterion associated with this assignment. Your work will
be compared against your peers using SafeAssign for plagiarism. You will be
able to review every other submission once you complete your entry, so
please note that copying other people’s responses will not be tolerated.
ALL WORK IS DUE BY WEDNESDAY at 5:00 PM (Eastern Time) THIS
WEEK!
*ALL DUE DATES AND ASSIGNMENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
**All assignments are due in iLearn by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on
SUNDAY of the corresponding week…EXCEPT for the last week of class when all
assignments are due on WEDNESDAY at 5:00 pm EST.
Syllabus Disclaimer
This syllabus contains important information critical to your success in this course. It
includes guidelines for this course and the instructor’s current expectations about
content, schedule, and requirements necessary for each student to achieve the best
educational results. While you must review and become familiar with the contents of
this syllabus, the instructor reserves the right to make adjustments or change in the
syllabus from time to time. Any changes to the syllabus will be discussed with the
students.