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Week 7 Discussion 1
Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Review Chapter 1-12
- Minimum of 1 library resource for initial post
Introduction The success of an organization is achieved by strategic leadership. Strategic leadership is defined as a person’s ability to anticipate, maintain flexibility, have vision, think strategically, and work with others to bring about a successful change for the organization. Strategic managers are skilled at anticipating events that have potential to impact the organization; selecting the right markets to complete; developing a strategy; developing a team of employees; identifying leaders for the teams; implementing goals and the means to reach them; and being a good communicator.
It’s crucial to develop a vision statement and a mission statement for the organization. A vision statement is a declaration of what a company would like to achieve or accomplishment. A mission statement clearly and concisely states your purpose and how you provide value to your consumers or customers. Knowing what you do, how you do it, who you do it for, and what value you provide is a crucial starting point. Knowing who you are and what you do will put you on a solid place to stand and help determine how to best make strategic decision that affect stakeholders.
Initial Post Instructions As leaders make strategic decisions, they must balance the interests of various stakeholders—employees, customers, shareholders, suppliers, unions/activists, and the community. Considering this, address the following:
- Describe the best approach for doing this. Be specific.
- Is it possible to meet the interest of all stakeholders? Why or why not?
- Is it possible to meet the interest of some without affecting others negatively? Explain your viewpoint in detail.
Secondary Post Instructions Read and respond to posts made by at least two peers. Respond in one of the following ways:
- Ask a probing question.
- Share an insight from having read your peer’s post.
- Offer and support an opinion.
- Validate an idea with your own experience.
- Make a suggestion.
Writing Requirements
- In addition to one initial post, respond to at least two peers.
- Initial Post Length: minimum of 250 words
- Secondary Post Length: minimum of 200 words per post
- Use APA format for in-text citations and list of references.
Grading and Assessment Meeting the minimum number of postings does not guarantee an A; you must present an in-depth discussion of high quality, integrate sources to support your assertions, and refer to peers’ comments in your secondary posts to build on concepts.
Course Learning Outcome(s): 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1. Develop a working definition of leadership. 2. Explain the salient theories of leadership. 3. Interpret the characteristics of leadership. 5. Generalize the responsibilities of successful leadership experiences. 6. Construct a personal plan for leadership.
Due Date for Initial Post: By 11:55 pm ET on Wednesday Due Date for Secondary Posts: By 11:55 pm ET on Saturday
Week 7 Discussion 2
Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Review Chapter 1-12
- Minimum of 1 library resource for initial post
Initial Post Instructions Discuss the benefits of creating a comprehensive crisis response plan before a crisis happens. Can an organization manage a crisis without having a crisis response plan in place?
Secondary Post Instructions Read and respond to posts made by at least two peers. Respond in one of the following ways:
- Ask a probing question.
- Share an insight from having read your peer’s post.
- Offer and support an opinion.
- Validate an idea with your own experience.
- Make a suggestion.
Writing Requirements
- In addition to one initial post, respond to at least two peers.
- Initial Post Length: minimum of 250 words
- Secondary Post Length: minimum of 200 words per post
- Use APA format for in-text citations and list of references.
Grading and Assessment Meeting the minimum number of postings does not guarantee an A; you must present an in-depth discussion of high quality, integrate sources to support your assertions, and refer to peers’ comments in your secondary posts to build on concepts.
Course Learning Outcome(s): 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 1. Develop a working definition of leadership. 2. Explain the salient theories of leadership. 3. Interpret the characteristics of leadership. 5. Generalize the responsibilities of successful leadership experiences. 6. Construct a personal plan for leadership.
Due Date for Initial Post: By 11:55 pm ET on Wednesday Due Date for Secondary Posts: By 11:55 pm ET on Saturday
Week 7 Assignment: Presentation
Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Review Chapter 1-12
- Minimum of 2 library resources
Introduction Have you ever wondered why a certain organization, club, or business is successful. Now that you have learned the theories, skills, and concepts of leadership, apply your knowledge to examining an organization that you are interested in. Research the organization and find out, step-by-step how well they follow the models of leadership success in your textbook. Look behind their logo and discover the beginning and the development of their organization, and how they sustain satisfied employees and a successful business. If it’s interesting to you, it will be interesting to your audience.
Activity Instructions Research and select an organization whose culture has helped make that organization a success. Please, include the history of the organization, the founder(s), vision statement, mission statement, HR practices, diversity, awards, incentives, beliefs, norms, values, etc.
Note: The Instructor must approve your selection.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
- 8-10 slides in length, not including title slide and references slide
- Start with a Title or Introduction slide (with your name, class info, and presentation title) and end with a Concluding slide
- Each slide should contain speaker notes.
- Use clip art, images, and other types of graphics to illustrate your points
- Slides that use text (other than headers) should be at least 12-point font
- Be creative!
- References slide (minimum of 3 resources)
Grading and Assessment This activity will be graded based on academic content, integration of resources, and college-level writing and grammar.
Course Learning Outcome(s): 3, 5 3. Interpret the characteristics of leadership. 5. Generalize the responsibilities of successful leadership experiences.
Due Date: By 11:55 pm ET on Thursday
