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This accessible and comprehensive textbook is designed specifically to develop students' understanding of leadership in a variety of contexts. Assuming no prior executive experience, Roe combines a wealth of diverse case studies with an engaging writing style to illustrate the practical application of leadership theory in the real-world.
List of contents
- Part 1: The Basic Framework
- 1: Introduction
- 2: Trait theory: Description, analysis, and use
- 3: Behavioural models
- 4: The style approach to leadership
- 5: Situational and contingent leadership
- 6: Charisma and transformational leadership
- 7: Authentic leadership
- 8: Followership
- Part 2: Related Themes
- 9: Psychodynamic approaches to leadership
- 10: Emotional intelligence
- 11: Ethical leadership
- 12: Diversity and leadership
- 13: Power, influence, and authority
- 14: Leadership and teams
- 15: Leadership and change
- 16: Leadership development
- 17: Strategic leadership
About the author
Kevin Roe is an Associate Professor at Leicester Castle Business School at De Montfort University, UK. He has a rich and varied background that covers time as a Royal Naval Officer serving with both the Royal Navy and United States Navy. He has worked overseas for large multinational organizations as well as in the public sector.
Summary
This accessible and comprehensive textbook is designed specifically to develop students' understanding of leadership in a variety of contexts. Assuming no prior executive experience, Roe combines a wealth of diverse case studies with an engaging writing style to illustrate the practical application of leadership theory in the real-world.
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In a crowded leadership textbook market, this book stands out with its comprehensive coverage of the key leadership research themes and clear writing style. Most importantly, the innovative and up-to-date case studies and examples practically illustrate the complexities of leadership theory and fully engage the reader.
