Management

Leading Groups and Teams (LEAD)

Module code: N1536
Level 5
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Pre-recorded content, Lecture, Workshop
Assessment modes: Coursework, Computer based exam

On this module, you’ll explore common challenges in group and team dynamics to prepare you to become an effective team leader. You’ll examine key stages of group and team functioning, including:

• team formation, covering topics like team design, composition and interpersonal dynamics
• key processes such as communication, problem-solving, decision-making and conflict resolution
• outcomes of group functioning, including creativity and cohesion.

Module learning outcomes

• Apply the theories and concepts covered in the module to analyse the dynamics of social interactions within a group and team setting;
• Understand how the role of leadership can come into play to address different group and team situations;
• Understand both the benefits and challenges associated with team diversity, and as well as how to utilise diversity as a catalyst for creativity and innovations; and
• Develop skills in communications, problem solving and decision making, and conflict resolutions in a group and team setting.