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Theories, Principles, and Practices of Leadership in Organizations examines the concepts and approaches that explain how leaders influence individuals and groups to achieve organizational goals. Leadership theories, such as Trait Theory, Behavioral Theory, Contingency Theory, Transformational Leadership Theory, and Situational Leadership Theory, provide frameworks for understanding effective leadership behavior and decision-making. Leadership principles emphasize key values such as integrity, accountability, vision, communication, teamwork, and ethical conduct, which guide leaders in managing people and resources effectively. Leadership practices involve the application of these theories and principles in real workplace situations through activities such as motivating employees, resolving conflicts, delegating responsibilities, fostering collaboration, and driving organizational change. Together, leadership theories, principles, and practices help organizations develop effective leaders who can enhance employee performance, promote innovation, achieve strategic objectives, and sustain long-term organizational success.
This lecture is part of BUA 205 Foundation of Leadership and Governance in the Business Administration department. The course has 15 recorded lectures across 5 series, all free to watch. Read or download the BUA 205 lecture note to study alongside the video.