SKEMA Leadership Course Evaluation

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What is one aspect of leadership highlighted in the content?

Focusing solely on achieving results

Managing energy in oneself and others (correct)

Emphasizing competition among team members

Avoiding conflict to maintain harmony

Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the leadership point of view?

Understanding all underlying forces at play

Enforcing strict rules for compliance (correct)

Seeing what needs to be done

Evaluating the effectiveness of team dynamics

What is primarily highlighted as a requirement for effective leadership?

Having a vast educational background

Possessing a managerial title

Being popular among peers

Initiating action and making improvements (correct)

What aspect of leadership does Henry Kissinger emphasize in his quote?

The ability to invoke a compelling vision Signup and view all the answers

What is stated as essential for personal and organizational transformation?

Small changes in human behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as a benefit of mastering leadership?

Enhancing individual intelligence Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated as crucial for effective influencing in leadership?

Utilizing proven tactics for persuasion Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as the first step in effective leadership according to the content?

Managing energy in oneself Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the leadership point of view as described in the content?

Aligning team members with leadership vision Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as part of understanding in the leadership point of view?

Recognizing the needs of individual team members Signup and view all the answers

What does the Great Man theory primarily suggest about leaders?

Leaders are born with inherent characteristics necessary for leadership. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is considered a potential trait for effective leaders according to trait theories?

Self-confidence Signup and view all the answers

What limitation is frequently associated with trait theories of leadership?

They fail to explain why some individuals with traits do not seek leadership roles. Signup and view all the answers

What do contingency theories emphasize regarding leadership styles?

Leaders must adapt their style to fit specific situational variables. Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that leadership qualities are innate and not typically learned?

Great Man theory Signup and view all the answers

How did the Sunbelt Strategy affect the relationship between General Motors and labor unions?

It created conflict and hostility in the new plant locations. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant result of the NUMMI leadership changes compared to the GM Fremont Plant?

Improved employee engagement and product quality. Signup and view all the answers

What paradigm shift in management is described in the content?

Leadership paradigms changed from aristocracy to bureaucracy and infocracy. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the state of grievances at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?

Annual grievances reached 5,000 despite low absenteeism rates. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the NUMMI plant's product output is accurate?

It produced both the Chevrolet Nova and Geo Prism with improved efficiency. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered the most destructive VABE in global leadership?

Thinking ‘I’m right and you’re wrong’ Signup and view all the answers

How does power distance affect interactions in high power distance cultures?

Members accept unequal power distribution Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions, what does a high Masculinity Index indicate?

Focus on assertiveness and competition Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of effective global leaders according to the content?

Deep self-awareness and humility Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of uncertainty avoidance reflects a culture's response to unpredictability?

Tendency to minimize unpredictability Signup and view all the answers

What does the uncertainty avoidance dimension primarily assess in a society?

The comfort level individuals have with risk and unpredictability Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with effective global leaders?

Assertiveness Signup and view all the answers

In high masculine countries, how are social gender roles typically defined?

Men are assertive, and women are focused on quality of life Signup and view all the answers

What perspective does high feminine culture take on societal values?

Consensus orientation and care for quality of life Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a necessity for a manager to avoid failure in a culturally diverse environment?

Deep understanding of cultural differences Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the HLBT method serves to engage the audience at the beginning of a presentation?

Hook Signup and view all the answers

What type of culture emphasizes teamwork and personnel development?

Clan Culture Signup and view all the answers

In the OCAI model, how are the 100 points distributed among the four culture types?

Divided based on perception of an ideal company Signup and view all the answers

Which culture type is characterized by innovation, future orientation, and continuous improvement?

Adhocracy Culture Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Energizing Employees' primarily refer to in the context of organizational culture?

Fostering competition and customer satisfaction Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the central route from the peripheral route in the dual process approach?

The central route is associated with longer persistence and stronger resistance. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a trait of the heuristic thinking mode?

Relying on authority figures for decisions. Signup and view all the answers

Which influence cue implies that people should follow the actions of others?

Comparison. Signup and view all the answers

How does the intensity of the central route's arguments compare to the peripheral route's cues?

The arguments in the central route are stronger, leading to higher resistance. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the effectiveness of persuasion strategies?

Systematic thinking enhances the likelihood of attitude persistence. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

SKEMA Business School offers a Leadership course
The course is accredited by EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB
Leadership is about managing energy, first in yourself, and then in those around you

Course Evaluation

Group Presentations (30%): Groups formed in Session 1, present 10-minute presentations on leadership topics during the final session. Evaluation based on a grid available on K2.
Group Case Evaluation (30%): Students review a case study a week before the 4th session. They conduct 2-3 page case analyses and upload it to K2 within 2 hours 30 minutes after introduction. A 10% deduction applied per 15-minute delay.
Individual Final Exam (40%): Based on the entire course material presented in PowerPoint, class lectures, readings, and videos. The exam format is multiple choice. 1 point for correct answers, -0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unanswered.

Leadership Point of View

Three Key Elements: Seeing what needs to be done, understanding all factors in a situation, and having the courage to initiate action for improvement.
Self-Evaluation: An online self-evaluation tool (Paulsohn.org), available on K2 to help students develop their leadership point of view.
Key Quote (Kissinger): "The task of a great leader is to get his people from where they are to where they have not been. Leaders must invoke an alchemy of great vision. Those leaders who do not are ultimately judged failures, even though they may be popular at the moment."
Anyone can take a leadership point of view: Agree or disagree that anyone can take a leadership point of view, regardless of title, level, or status in an organization.
Interview Question: How to master the interview question "Why do you want to be a leader?".

Why Take This Course?

Understand leadership theory and practice: Leadership is a lifelong process not taught in a classroom, but the course can help students reflect on their leadership style and how to improve it.
Finding your purpose: Inspiring others to follow you and understanding your role in an organization.
Creating vision and passion: Connecting with people and empowering them.
Enabling and leading change: The study of small changes in human behavior and how to influence others.
Influencing effectively: Applying proven tactics to enhance influencing skills and learn to present ideas effectively.
Leveraging your strengths: Learning how to leverage strengths in order to have a higher leadership impact.

Session Structure

Course Introduction to Leadership
Changing Context of Global Leadership
Global Business Leaders
Case Analysis in Groups
Leadership in Different Organizational Cultures
Online Group Presentations
Power, Influence, and Motivation
Leadership: Interpersonal Skills and Active Listening

Other Key Information

Great Leadership: The course emphasizes the importance of examining traits, skills, and characteristics of great leaders.
Connecting with People: Strategies for connecting with people: being present in conversations, actively listening, empathizing, and emphasizing the positives. Control your tone of voice & tone of negotiations.
Six Ways to Succeed as a Leader: Inspiring commitment, leading employees, strategic planning, change management, employee development, and self-awareness.
GM Leadership Issues: Examining leadership issues and failures at GM with case studies and specific examples like the 1982 and 1986 NUMMI plants.
Leadership Models: Discussion of a Diamond Model of leadership.
Culture Changes at NUMMI: The course discusses how culture changes, referencing Schein's model.
Levels of Leadership: Examining visible behavior, conscious thought, and deeper values and beliefs, affecting human behavior.
Needs in Leadership: Motivating workers at the NUMMI plant by understanding their needs and how to best motivate others in the workplace.

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Description

This quiz assesses your understanding of the Leadership course at SKEMA Business School. It covers key elements of leadership, course evaluation methods, and the expectations for group presentations and individual assessments. Test your knowledge on how to manage energy in leadership roles.