Module 20: Study of Examples of Leaders

Course Description

This module helps students learn leadership by studying both historical and contemporary leaders. It demonstrates how leadership principles are applied in real-world contexts and how decisions, values, and character shape outcomes.

It highlights the difference between transformational and transactional leadership by analyzing real leadership journeys, including successes, failures, and lessons learned from diverse global and African contexts.

Learning Outcomes

Foundational Knowledge

• Review biographies and case studies of notable leaders.

Application

• Analyze leadership decisions and their consequences.

Integration

• Relate leadership behavior to social, political, and organizational contexts.

Human Dimension

• Emulate integrity, courage, and responsibility in leadership practice.

Caring

• Appreciate leadership as a form of service and responsibility.

Learning How to Learn

• Reflect continuously on personal leadership growth and development.