This concise textbook seeks to unpack the real-life complexities of leadership by examining the theories and models surrounding it and encouraging self-analysis in the individual’s own contexts. It provides a practical and concise introduction to leadership and management theory.

This concise textbook seeks to unpack the real-life complexities of leadership by examining the theories and models surrounding it and encouraging self-analysis in the individual’s own contexts.

The book:

• Provides an outline of the various perspectives of leadership theory;
• Develops a critical and robust framework for considering existing leadership theory and consequently applying leadership practice across the organization;
• Identifies important individual characteristics likely to enhance leadership practice in the workplace;
• Considers a framework for analyzing leadership performance and methods and practicalities for application.

Reflexive Leadership in Context provides a practical and concise introduction for executive education students currently studying for MSc/MBA apprenticeship programs, as well as supplementary reading for postgraduate students studying modules within leadership and management.