Studying Leadership: Traditional and Critical Approaches - Hardcover

Schedlitzki, Doris; Edwards, Gareth

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1473958601 ISBN 13: 9781473958609

Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd, 2018

Synopsis

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Now in its Second Edition, Studying Leadership continues to provide a comprehensive overview of the key theories, topics, research debates and major developments in the field of leadership studies.

Split into three parts, the book covers the traditional and mainstream theories on leadership; the main topics and perspectives explored in leadership research, and the recent trends in leadership studies such as gender and diversity, ethics, sustainability, language and identity.

The new edition features a chapter on "Researching Leadership" and includes extended case studies to enhance learning and support students with their dissertations and research projects.

The book is complemented by a companion website featuring a range of tools and resources for lecturers and students, including chapter specific multiple-choice questions, case studies, videos with critical thinking questions and discussion questions, free SAGE journal articles, PowerPoint slides and an instructor’s manual.

Suitable reading for students on leadership courses across a range of subjects including Business & Management, Health and Education.

About this title

About the Author

Doris Schedlitzki is an Associate Professor in Organisational Leadership in the field of Organisation Studies at the University of the West of England.

Gareth Edwards is Associate Professor of Leadership Development in the field of Organisation Studies at the University of the West of England.

Review

Studying Leadership provides comprehensive reviews of the leadership literature, including traditional, contemporary and critical approaches to leadership. The text includes some excellent material for students and lecturers wanting to explore social aspects of leadership. Case studies provide  fascinating insights into the nature of leadership within different organization settings. -- Richard P. Winter Published On: 2017-01-31

A distinct introduction to the multifaceted field of leadership research. Its uniqueness lies in providing a critical and questioning approach to the subject, which encourages students to look beyond traditional theories and concepts and towards engaging with contemporary developments in the field. -- Johan Alvehus Published On: 2017-11-06

About this edition

• Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1473958601
• ISBN 13: 9781473958609
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 480