57084 - Veterinary Leadership

Module Details

Module Code: 57084
Full Title: Veterinary Leadership
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2020/21 ( September 2020 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Karen Dunne
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: This module critically evaluates the nature and role of effective leadership in a veterinary practice. Students will critically examine the role of the veterinary nurse as a leader in their current and future positions in a practice and facilitate them in developing knowledge, mindsets and skills in leadership.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Differentiate between leadership and management, and the role and importance of both in the context of a veterinary practice.
MLO2 Critically evaluate the knowledge, skills and practices of traditional and contemporary leadership styles.
MLO3 Identify the personal strengths, qualities and mindsets required to ensure effective leadership at all levels within a veterinary practice
MLO4 Analyse how organisational structure, group processes and individual differences impact on effective leadership in a veterinary practice.
MLO5 Reflect upon and evaluate their own personal leadership style.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Module Indicative Content
Theoretical perspectives on leadership and management
Examine the nature and concepts of leadership and management with a particular focus on their application in a veterinary practice.
Characteristics and factors that contribute to effective leadership
Examine the characteristics and factors that contribute to effective leadership at different levels and for different roles in a veterinary practice e.g. attributes, behaviours, skills, ability to reflect upon and evaluate personal and team motives and /beliefs.
Personal strengths, qualities and mindsets of leaders
Examine leadership behaviours in the context of a veterinary practice; Assessing the leader’s fundamental capabilities, signature strengths and mindsets; how the leader’s vision and values affect their effectiveness; evaluating and refining emotional intelligence ; using influence behaviours to motivate individuals and teams. Mentoring as a leadership tool.
Building and maintaining a team
Assessing the culture in a practice; organisational structure and leadership; building and maintaining a team; creating a focus on shared goals; motivation; conflict management; negotiation; holding difficult and challenging conversations; creating a culture of respect and trust in which the importance of valuing and respecting each person’s experience and opinion is observed.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work70.00%
Project30.00%
Module Special Regulation
 

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 70
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4,5
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
A piece of reflective writing (electronic format such as Mahara e-portfolio) documenting the student's experience and reflection upon a series of leadership related tasks throughout the semester.
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing S1 Week 7 Learning Outcome 1,2
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will carry out a project relating to leadership theory. The subject matter will vary from year to year. Some potential examples could include: interview a leader in the veterinary profession and write a case study on how their actual experience and practice compares to leadership theory; analyse a case study based around leadership issues in a veterinary practice.
No Practical
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
No repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will be offered solely on the basis of coursework and a repeat examination will not be offered.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Course content and in-class activities relating to learning outcomes Every Week 3.00 3
Directed Reading Non Contact Student directed reading in relation to the topic Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Study Non Contact Independent study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Course content and in-class activities relating to learning outcomes Every Week 1.50 1.5
Directed Reading Non Contact Student directed reading in relation to the topic Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Study Non Contact Independent study Every Week 4.50 4.5
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Schein, A. and Schein E.. (2018), Humble Leadership : The Power of Relationships, Openness, and Trust, 1. Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Oakland, [ISBN: 9781523095384].
  • Smith Meeks, J. and Dustin, J.. (2018), Gracious Leadership : Lead Like You've Never Led Before, 1. Smart Business Books.
  • Haslam, A. Reicher, S. and Platow M.. (2020), The New Psychology of Leadership: Identity, Influence and Power, 2. Routledge, [ISBN: 0815363826].
  • DuBrin, A.. (2016), Leadership : research findings, practice, and skills, 8. Cengage Learning,, Boston, MA.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
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