MBA Online

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

There is one intake of the HKUST Full-time MBA program every year starts in late August, with two choices of program length - 12 or 16 months. The sample program calendar illustrates course schedule for both options.

Duration
By default, students will be admitted to the 16-month program. The intensive 12-month program is intended for candidates with strong work experience and international exposure. Those interested need to apply for this intensive mode of study upon receiving the admissions offer.

Credit requirements and program fees for both options are the same.

12-month Program
Allows minimum time-off from career while providing the benefits of full-time studies. Intensive schedule throughout to complete the program in one year.

16-month Program
No courses are scheduled in summer to allow for internship opportunity. Students join the international exchange program at our partner schools in the Fall semester of the second year.

First Step
Mandarin Language Training
A pre-session Mandarin language training of three weeks commencing in August will be available for interested candidates. Will be of value to those who plan to take up an exchange program or employment in China.

Residential Program
The first required core, Managerial Problem Solving, is a five-day residential program held in late August that includes class work and an experiential learning program. Case study training and group activities aim to build up cohesiveness.

Pre-course and Orientation
An optional 2-day pre-course focusing on quantitative and computer skills held in late August. Followed by a required half-day orientation to introduce the curriculum, faculty, career services etc.

Features

1. International MBA education system; International courses; International general teaching materials; Advanced international teaching mode completely in English.

2. Professors from famous universities in Asia, Europe and North America universities or senior managers in multinational companies.

3. Scholarship available to sponsor overseas study.

4. Exchange program with famous foreign universities.