This unit will explore the socio-cultural context in which ecclesial and educational leadership operates. Focusing on the importance of a shared vision that guides a faith community, it will explore the following issues: biblical foundations, approaches to and styles of leadership, ethical issues, goal setting, collaborative partnerships, spirituality, self-care, communication, management and conflict resolution skills, the identification and formation of aspiring leaders, professional development and client outcomes.
Unit code: DP9481Y
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Pastoral Theology and Ministry Studies
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Yarra Theological Union
Show when this unit is running1. | Articulate a vision for and an appropriate approach to leadership in a faith community |
2. | Identify biblical foundations for contemporary approaches to faith leadership |
3. | Identify and address a range of issues that a person in leadership must confront |
4. | Critically evaluate the tensions of leadership from a Christian perspective |
5. | Analyse sources of conflict and processes for resolution of conflict |
6. | Identify the core responsibilities of Christian leadership |
Lecture, discussion, individual presentations
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | Essay of 3,000 words on an approved topic Possible essay options for Leadership in a Faith Community
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3000 | 50.0 |
Oral Presentation | Class presentation of 30 minutes on one of the issues concerning leadership and leadership of a 15 minute discussion. Normally, presentation in weeks 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 of the unit with a 3,000 word paper due the following week. |
3000 | 50.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 31 Dec, 2014
Unit record last updated: 2020-10-28 14:50:33 +1100