MBA Programs with City as Tag

Leadership Skills for the 21st Century Course for Faculty of Business City University of Hong Kong

FB3502 Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

Course Aims & Objectives:

This course aims at helping students to master the core leadership concepts and develop skills to cope with challenges in the 21st century.

After completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.1 understand different roles of leaders and his/her leadership styles;

1.2 comprehend leadership theories and concepts;

1.3 develop leadership skills in managing people and situations.

Units: 1

Level: B3

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:

Fundamental of Leadership, What is Leadership, Difference between Leadership and Management, Leadership Roles, Theories and Styles, Leadership Skills, Forming the Vision and Goals Setting, Communication, Motivation, Team Building.

Teaching Pattern:

Duration of course: 1 Semester

Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: lecture mode / on-line mode

Assessment Pattern:

Examination duration: Nil

Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 30% on-line mid-term and 70% CW

Grading pattern: Pass/Fail

Health & Fitness-Stress Management & Physical Relaxation Course for Faculty of Business City University of Hong Kong

FB2905 Health & Fitness-Stress Management & Physical Relaxation

Course Aims & Objectives:
The aims of this course are to develop a positive concept of students in understanding, awaring, and coping of stress in their daily life. A variety of physical relaxation techniques and behavioral modifications will be taught to improve the healthy body sound mind equilibrium, thus to enhance self esteem and quality of life of the participants. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
understand what is stress and its reactivity
beware of stress signs and symptoms that related to psychosomatic diseases
use checklist and biofeedback instruments to identify unaware harmful stress to prevent the development of chronic diseases
realize physical exercise is crucial for enhancing stress resistance and commit as life long pursuits
employ relaxation techniques and behavioral modifications to improve real life situations
know the ways to design and participate in exercise programs for improvement of physical well-being

Units: 1

Level: B2

Medium of Instruction: English

Keyword Syllabus:
Introduction to the concept of stress reactivity, ingredient and psychosomatic disease. Physiological and psychological changes to stress. Personal stress assessment on daily life (checklist & biofeedback instrutments). Major causes of stress: Psychosocial, Disecological & Personality. Relaxation techniques and behavioral modifications for coping with stress. Physical training to enhance stress resistance. Exercise prescription & application– aerobic workout and body conditioning.

Teaching Pattern:
Duration of course: 1 semester
Current mix of lecture/tutorial/laboratory, other: Theory, Workshop and Assessment, Fieldwork and Tutorial.

Assessment Pattern:
Examination duration: Nil
Percentage distribution of marks for coursework, examination, other: 20% Coursework;
80% Practical Assessment; Attendance not less than 80%
Grading pattern: Pass/Fail