This innovative and interdisciplinary MA programme deals with the personal and ethical challenges of leadership in our times. It is a practice-oriented programme taught by teams of academics and practitioners. It will combine state of the art research with classical traditions, theories with “on the ground” experience and case studies.
KEY BENEFITS
- Oversee the contemporary discussion on leadership and leadership issues.
- Master the discourse pertinent to this field and engage with the scholarly debates within it.
- Examine the moral, cultural, political, religious, ideological and historical factors that influence leadership styles.
- Become familiar with the art of ethical decision making.
- Gain specialist knowledge of and develop the ability to critically analyse classical approaches to leadership and leadership ethics – from various philosophical and religious traditions.
- Begin to use an array of primary sources for research purposes.
KEY FACTS
Student destinations
New degree - not known.
Programme leader/s
Professor Clemens Sedmak, Theology & Religious Studies
Awarding Institution
King's College London
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent)
UK 180/ECTS 90
Duration
One year FT, two years PT, September to September.
Location
Strand Campus.
Year of entry 2013
Offered by
School of Arts and Humanities
Department of Theology and Religious Studies
Closing date
None.
Please note that applicants wishing to apply for funding (e.g. AHRC) must submit their application by the relevant funding deadline, which is usually early in the year. Please see
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/pg/funding/sources/index.aspx for information on the available funding opportunities and deadlines.
No set number.
Fees
PT Home: £4975 (2012)
PT Overseas: £7998 (2012)
FT Home: £9950 (2012)
FT Overseas: £15995 (2012)
CONTACTS
Contact information
Postgraduate Officer, Centre for Arts & Sciences Admissions (CASA)
tel: +44 (0) 20 7848 2765 / 2232 /7232
fax: +44 (0) 20 7848 7200
Programme Convenor: Clemens Sedmark,
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/trs/people/staff/academic/sedmak/index.aspxPURPOSE
Ideal for students who want to rethink leadership and management in a new key, based on a “humanities-driven approach”.
DESCRIPTION
The MA in Ethical Leadership is designed to provide an understanding of the theory, practice and ethics of leadership equipping students with the relevant intellectual tools for understanding leadership, for further post-graduate study in the humanities, and for preparing for leadership roles. That is why the programme will entail theoretical as well as more practice-oriented components. The programme will allow students to ascertain an in-depth understanding of the theory of leadership ethics and the ethical challenges of leadership practice. The courses provided within the MA will enable students to rethink leadership and management in a new key, based on a “humanities-driven approach”.
Specifically the MA will permit students to:
- Oversee the contemporary discussion on leadership and leadership issues.
- Master the discourse pertinent to this field and engage with the scholarly debates within it.
- Examine the moral, cultural, political, religious, ideological and historical factors that influence leadership styles.
- Become familiar with the art of ethical decision making.
- Gain specialist knowledge of and develop the ability to critically analyse classical approaches to leadership and leadership ethics – from various philosophical and religious begin to use an array of primary sources for research purposes.
STRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content
- Leadership & Ethics (40 credits)
- Approaches to Leadership (40 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits).
Indicative non-core content
Compulsory modules: - Practicing Leadership (20 credits).
The remaining 20 credits can be taken from a wide range of option modules. See the
Department of Theology & Religious Studies website for an indicative list.
FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
Lectures, seminars, and optional workshops; essays; dissertation; research projects (as relevant); independent study; tutorials.
MODULES
More information on typical programme modules.
NB it cannot be guaranteed that all modules are offered in any particular academic year.
Module code: 7AATC512
Credit level: 7
Credit value: 40
Semester:
Full-year
Assessment:
coursework
1 x 10,000-word essay
The module aims to introduce students to key perspectives, issues and academic debates pertaining to the theory and practice of Leadership and Ethical Leadership considering the approaches from various humanities based disciplines.
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/trs/modules/level7/7aatc512.aspx
Module code: 7AATC999
Credit level: 7
Credit value: 60
Semester:
summer session 1; summer session 2;
Teaching pattern: The dissertation is to be on a topic chosen by the candidate with advice from his or her supervisor, and written under supervision.
Assessment:
coursework
Assessed by 1 x dissertation of up to 15,000 words
For a full module description and further information, please see the
module page on the Department of Theology & Religious Studies website.
Module code: 7AATC510
Credit level: 7
Credit value: 40
Semester:
Full-year
Assessment:
coursework
2 x 5,000-word essays (each worth 50% of the module mark)
This module will provide students with a new approach towards leadership ethics. The approach will be a problem- and skill-oriented approach working with key concepts and key theories. Through lectures, students will be introduced to the key concepts of the debate. The module is built on three strands: I) Thinking: Strategies for Intellectual Growth II) Robust Concern: Commitments, and Responsibilites III) Growing: Self Renewal and Self-Management
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/trs/modules/level7/7aatc510.aspx
Module code: 7AATC511
Credit level: 7
Credit value: 20
Semester:
Semester 2 (spring)
Assessment:
coursework
1 x 5,000-word essay
This module aims to introduce students to the practical challenges of leadership. Inputs from different spheres of leadership practice will be invited to cover different aspects of "real life leadership situations".
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/trs/modules/level7/7aatc511.aspx
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
General entry advice
Minimum 2:1 BA honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in any relevant subject (theology, philosophy, social science, history); other well-qualified candidates may be considered.
APPLYING TO KING'S
To apply for graduate study at King's you will need to complete our graduate online application form. Applying online makes applying easier and quicker for you, and means we can receive your application faster and more securely.
King's does not normally accept paper copies of the graduate application form as applications must be made online. However, if you are unable to access the online graduate application form, please contact the relevant admissions/School Office at King's for advice.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Your application will be assessed by the Postgraduate Admissions Tutor, and by other academics as appropriate. We aim to process all applications within four to six weeks although this may take longer in February and March, and over holiday periods.
PERSONAL STATEMENT & SUPPORTING INFORMATION
In your personal statement tell us briefly why you want to take the MA in Ethical Leadership and what you are hoping to do afterwards. As part of the selection process we pay attention to transcripts of previous academic performance and to academic references, but we may be able to process your application more promptly if you tell us something about your previous study and future plans.
FUNDING
Self-funded, AHRC, Graduate School and School of Arts & Humanities studentships and bursaries.
For further information, please see our postgraduate funding page:
http://www.kcl.ac.uk/artshums/depts/trs/study/funding/index.aspx
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