The Australian health care system is dynamic and continues to experience significant clinical, structural and socio-political transformations. The need for stronger and more effective leadership has never been more evident, particularly at the clinical interface. While the concept of leadership is not new, the provision of leadership in the clinical arena is now a central component of clinical practice for all health professionals, regardless of years of experience, education or position. As we increasingly experience a globalised world, we recognise that leadership is not the same in all contexts. This unit is structured to enhance your understanding of leadership from a personal perspective (in both exercising leadership and as a follower). It provides a framework for exploring leadership at personal, clinical and organisational levels. It aims to equip students to take initiative and create supportive and sustaining clinical environments. This unit of study pursues critical analysis of leadership and the context in which leadership occurs. In the process of completing this unit, students cover a broad range of topics and explore the literature from several disciplines including management, sociology and nursing. While this unit of study is broad, it is designed to allow students to gain a more detailed understanding of the multiple and often conflicting contexts in which health leadership is situated.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Nursing and Midwifery |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Clare Davies, clare.davies@sydney.edu.au |
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