Courses & Units

Positive Psychology & Leadership CAM622

Introduction

Positive psychology addresses the conditions and processes that enable people, groups and institutions to flourish and function at an optimal level. The aim of this unit is to gain a clear understanding of the essential elements to leadership, and to incorporate what is known from the field of positive psychology into this framework. Areas that will be addressed include the characteristics of pro-social and confident leadership; the challenge of cultivating a healthy and productive workplace; the role of leadership through times of change and crisis; the virtues and ethical leadership; and the need for effective self management. On completion of this unit the student will have (i) developed an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of leadership and positive psychology; (ii) developed an appreciation of leadership issues that arise within teams; and (iii) developed a repertoire of skills to positively lead teams in the workplace. As part of the course the student will be required to identify leadership issues within their workplace, undertake a critical analysis of significant factors, and develop a plan to address common workplace issues.

Summary

Unit name	Positive Psychology & Leadership
Unit code	CAM622
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine
Discipline	Medicine
Coordinator	Doctor Elaine Hart
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2		Off-Campus	International	Domestic

Key

: On-campus
: Off-Campus
: International students
: Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	11/7/2022	9/8/2022	29/8/2022	16/10/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

Explain the underlying principles and evidence base of positive psychology and its relevance in workplace and organisational settings.
Analyse and apply positive psychology principles in the workplace and to your role as a leader and team member.
Critically analyse and problem solve workplace challenges using positive psychology principles/strategies to maintain a healthy and vibrant workplace culture

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
069900	$1,002.00	$1,002.00	not applicable	$2,402.00

¹ Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Flexible on-line.
Assessment	Critical essay (20%)\|Discussion board participation (40%)\|Assignment (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable \| View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

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