CRN 19763-2510 Leadership and Team Management L7 Module Handbook 2026 | LBU

Module Aims 

This module concerns itself with the development of critical understanding of the different perspectives underpinning concepts, methodologies and techniques involved in leading and managing teams to deliver successful projects.  

Module Learning Outcomes

1.Comprehensive understanding of theoretical concepts of teams, leadership, motivation, organisational culture, cross-cultural management, organisational problems, conflict and negotiation.
2.Systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights in managing conflict, cultural diversity, communication, ethics, change, and innovation.
3.Apply principles of teams, leadership and motivation, cultural models, of the analysis of conflict in the project and project environment, good communication and barriers to the process, managing knowledge sharing, ethics, managing change and innovation.
4.Develop a synthesis of theoretical constructs in a practical application with respect to common project management problems.

Module Learning Activities 

The module will be delivered through a series of lectures that requires the active participation of students in debating the different issues. 

Communication

The module leader will be communicating with students using MyBeckett announcements function.

You must notify your Course Administrator if you are absent for more than one day (for example for an interview, emergency unforeseen circumstances, or for compassionate leave).  If you are going to apply for mitigation you will need to provide written evidence of the reason for your absence (see Extenuating Circumstances and Mitigation for further information).

Weekly Schedule

Contact Hours

The module is delivered in a blended/hybrid learning mode where there are face to face and independent learning sessions.

There are two scheduled hours in person every week for this module. 

In addition, I’m offering a weekly 1 hour drop-in session for those who’d like extra support, have questions about the material, or simply want to discuss leadership-related topics in a more informal setting. Attendance at these drop-ins is entirely optional—you’re welcome to come along as and when you need!
All disabled students requiring additional support or alternative arrangements must declare and provide evidence of their disability to the Disability Advice Team as early as possible:

www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/studenthub/disability-advice.

Key Resources to Support Learning

Tutors will be providing further resources throughout the semester.

McKenna, E. (2020). Business Psychology and Organisational Behaviour. 6th ed. Psychology Press.
Baiden, B. and Price, A. (2010). The effect of integration on project delivery team effectiveness. International Journal of Project Management, vol. 29 (2), pp. 129-136
Dulaimi, M. (2007). Case studies on knowledge sharing across cultural boundaries. Journal of Engineering, Construction, and Architectural Management, vol. 14 (6), pp. 550-567.
Dwivedulaa, R., Christophe N. & Bredillet, C. (2010). Profiling work motivation of project workers. International Journal of Project Management, vol. 28 (2), pp. 158-165.
Hargadon, A. and Sutton, R. (2000). Building an innovation factory. Harvard Business Review, May/June, pp. 157-166.
Kotter, J. P. and Schlesinger, L. A. (1979). Choosing strategies for change. Harvard Business Review, March-April, pp. 106-114.
Lane, P. L. and Lubatkin, M. (1998). Relative absorptive capacity and interorganizational learning. Strategic Management Journal, vol. 19, pp. 461-477.
Müller, R. and Turner, R. (2010).  Leadership competency profiles of successful project managers. International Journal of Project Management, vol. 28 (5), July 2010, pp. 437-448.
Mullins, L. J. (2019). Management and organisational behaviour. 12th ed. England: FT/ Prentice Hall. 
Dulaimi, M. and Langford, D. (1999). Job behaviour of construction project managers: determinants and effectiveness. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, July/August.
Hammuda, I. and Dulaimi, M. (1996). Empowering the organisation: a comparative study of different approaches to empowerment. CIB Beijing International conference. 21-24 October. China: CIB.
Hammuda, I. and Dulaimi, M. (1997). The theory and application of empowerment: a comparative study of the different approaches to empowerment in construction, service, and manufacturing industries. International Journal of Project Management, vol. 5 (5), pp. 289-296.
Handy, C. (2005). Understanding organisations. 4th ed. London: Penguin Books.
Hofstede, G. and Hofstede, G. (2010). Cultures and organizations: software of the mind: intercultural cooperation and its importance for survival. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw Hill.
Pettinger, R. (2000). Mastering organisational behaviour. England: Palgrave.
Robbins, S. & Judge, T. (2018). Organisational behaviour. 18th  ed. Boston:  Prentice Hall.

Disability Advice and Support

All disabled students requiring additional support or alternative arrangements must declare and provide evidence of their disability to the Disability Advice Team as early as possible: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/disability-advice/.  

Assessment 

Assessment Summary

Please see Assignment Brief for full details.

Assessment 1

You will be working in a group of 4 to develop and submit this report.

Assessment 2

This is an individual submission. 

Assessment Details 

AI NOTICE!

At Leeds Beckett, we recognise that generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, DALL-E or Scholarcy present opportunities for enhancing learning and enabling a more inclusive learning environment.  However, their use could constitute a breach of academic integrity regulations if they are not used responsibly and without authorisation or acknowledgment in your assessed work.  Please see link: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/student-information/academic-skills-and-advice/academic-integrity/ for further information.  

PLEASE NOTE – THE USE OF ANY FORM OF AI IS NOT PERMITTED ON THIS MODULE. 

You MUST submit your work through MyBeckett using the link set up by the tutor.  Receipt of your work will be recorded. The file should be a WORD document.

Your "Turnitin assignments" in MyBeckett can be set up so that you can check your assignment yourself as you submit it. This checking is done by creating an "Originality Report".  If this report shows that there are some problems with your work, such as un-cited quotations, you should be able to make corrections and re-submit the work again before the due date. More information about Turnitin is available online here: http://libguides.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/mybeckett/turnitin 

Please note: Tutors will follow up any suspected unfair practice found after the submission date as per University policy. Late penalties will apply as per University Regulations.

Student Instructions for Submission of Coursework 

This module requires you to submit your work online.

You MUST submit your work through MyBeckett using the link set up on My Beckett. Receipt of your work will be recorded.

Your "Turnitin assignments" in MyBeckett can be set up so that you can check your assignment yourself as you submit it. This checking is done by creating a "Similarity Report".  If this report shows that there are some problems with your work, such as un-cited quotations, you should be able to make corrections and re-submit the work again before the due date. More information about Turnitin is available online here: https://libguides.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/it_support/mybeckett/turnitin
Please note: Tutors will follow up any suspected breach of academic honesty found after the submission date as per University policy. Late penalties will apply as per University Regulations.

Instructions to Students

Please read carefully the assessment and grade/marking descriptors overleaf:

Part 1 – Consultancy Report Assignment Rubric 

Part 2 Assignment Rubric