Applying a stratified systems theory framework for creating an organisational leadership development architecture
- Authors: Hanekom, Jurgens
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Leadership , Executives - Training of , Organizational effectiveness
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/478344 , uj:43228
- Description: Abstract: It is widely reported that leadership and its development are important to organisational performance and sustainability. Such development, arguably, contributes to a greater leadership capacity; or a leadership capacity better aligned or better positioned to shape the organisational strategic context. The view is adopted, with this study, that fundamental frameworks are required in strategic human resource management and leadership development for leadership development to be effective in organisations. This study, in light of the aforementioned, sets off to explore architecture for organisational leadership development. Such architecture comprises of contextual considerations together with choices associated to those considerations. The choices exercised affect the leadership development system. Understanding those considerations and logics to choices, allows for an appreciation of organisational strategic context, and leadership development systems, to discern an optimal function of a development system or design one... , D.Phil. (Human Resource Development)
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- Authors: Hanekom, Jurgens
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Leadership , Executives - Training of , Organizational effectiveness
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/478344 , uj:43228
- Description: Abstract: It is widely reported that leadership and its development are important to organisational performance and sustainability. Such development, arguably, contributes to a greater leadership capacity; or a leadership capacity better aligned or better positioned to shape the organisational strategic context. The view is adopted, with this study, that fundamental frameworks are required in strategic human resource management and leadership development for leadership development to be effective in organisations. This study, in light of the aforementioned, sets off to explore architecture for organisational leadership development. Such architecture comprises of contextual considerations together with choices associated to those considerations. The choices exercised affect the leadership development system. Understanding those considerations and logics to choices, allows for an appreciation of organisational strategic context, and leadership development systems, to discern an optimal function of a development system or design one... , D.Phil. (Human Resource Development)
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The practice of silence as a journey towards conscious leadership
- Authors: De Kock, Gavin Derek Sydney
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/473586 , uj:42659
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: Today, there is a rapidly growing sense of impending crisis with dire consequences for all humanity. The way humanity currently lives on earth is no longer sustainable. The incidence and course of human misery and suffering and the likelihood of extinction are increasing significantly. Many new and existing challenges remain unresolved such as poverty, racism, materialism, greed, destruction and pollution of the air, ground, water, forests and oceans, coupled with the elimination of countless other helpless sentient beings. More recently, humanity is battling to contain the coronavirus Covid-19 global health pandemic. In all this there appears to be an acute shortage of and a pressing need for outstanding leadership. The answer lies in a new kind of leader, a conscious leader. A conscious leader’s actions are based on a profound realisation of a bigger picture, a sense of interconnectedness and wholeness, the result of the leader’s expanded sense of identity and compassion. This type of leader leads his followers on a journey, personally and jointly, towards wholeness, resulting in holistic care being reflected in all their decisions. The burning question is where such a journey in the process of growing and developing conscious leaders should start. The practice of silence appears to be such a way. Practices of silence lead to introspection, contemplation and self-reflection, and ultimately to inner stillness, thus enabling enhanced consciousness. Hence, the research question for my study: How does the practice of silence contribute as a journey towards conscious leadership? The following three research objectives were set: (1) to build a theoretical model of the way in which the practice of silence contributes to a leader’s journey towards conscious leadership; (2) to conceptually verify the model by exploring the use of practices of silence in the lives of historical conscious leaders; and (3) to empirically verify the proposed theoretical model by investigating the contribution that the practice of silence made to the lives of living conscious leaders. A combination of literature and documentary review, together with case study analysis, formed the basis of the research. After a review of the literature, a theoretical model was constructed with seven themes from which fourteen postulates were derived...
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- Authors: De Kock, Gavin Derek Sydney
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/473586 , uj:42659
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: Today, there is a rapidly growing sense of impending crisis with dire consequences for all humanity. The way humanity currently lives on earth is no longer sustainable. The incidence and course of human misery and suffering and the likelihood of extinction are increasing significantly. Many new and existing challenges remain unresolved such as poverty, racism, materialism, greed, destruction and pollution of the air, ground, water, forests and oceans, coupled with the elimination of countless other helpless sentient beings. More recently, humanity is battling to contain the coronavirus Covid-19 global health pandemic. In all this there appears to be an acute shortage of and a pressing need for outstanding leadership. The answer lies in a new kind of leader, a conscious leader. A conscious leader’s actions are based on a profound realisation of a bigger picture, a sense of interconnectedness and wholeness, the result of the leader’s expanded sense of identity and compassion. This type of leader leads his followers on a journey, personally and jointly, towards wholeness, resulting in holistic care being reflected in all their decisions. The burning question is where such a journey in the process of growing and developing conscious leaders should start. The practice of silence appears to be such a way. Practices of silence lead to introspection, contemplation and self-reflection, and ultimately to inner stillness, thus enabling enhanced consciousness. Hence, the research question for my study: How does the practice of silence contribute as a journey towards conscious leadership? The following three research objectives were set: (1) to build a theoretical model of the way in which the practice of silence contributes to a leader’s journey towards conscious leadership; (2) to conceptually verify the model by exploring the use of practices of silence in the lives of historical conscious leaders; and (3) to empirically verify the proposed theoretical model by investigating the contribution that the practice of silence made to the lives of living conscious leaders. A combination of literature and documentary review, together with case study analysis, formed the basis of the research. After a review of the literature, a theoretical model was constructed with seven themes from which fourteen postulates were derived...
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Development and validation of a measure of organisational leadership development process maturity
- Van der Westhuizen, Hendrik Cornelis
- Authors: Van der Westhuizen, Hendrik Cornelis
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Organizational change - Management , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/475060 , uj:42841
- Description: Abstract: This study addresses the absence of a measure of leadership development process maturity in organisations, specific to Africa and the Southern African region. In his research, Schiele (2017) focused on using the Afrocentric paradigm in social work, in an attempt to capture the values and cultural practices of African people for positive human transformation. This approach formed the basis of the present research study, which has as aim the development and validation of a measure of the maturity of an organisation’s leadership development process... , D.Phil. (Personal and Professional Leadership)
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- Authors: Van der Westhuizen, Hendrik Cornelis
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Organizational change - Management , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/475060 , uj:42841
- Description: Abstract: This study addresses the absence of a measure of leadership development process maturity in organisations, specific to Africa and the Southern African region. In his research, Schiele (2017) focused on using the Afrocentric paradigm in social work, in an attempt to capture the values and cultural practices of African people for positive human transformation. This approach formed the basis of the present research study, which has as aim the development and validation of a measure of the maturity of an organisation’s leadership development process... , D.Phil. (Personal and Professional Leadership)
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Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa
- Masikane, Champion M., Hewitt, Magda L., Toendepi,, Joyce
- Authors: Masikane, Champion M. , Hewitt, Magda L. , Toendepi,, Joyce
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Xenophobia , Leadership , Social complexity
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432795 , uj:37398 , Masikane, C.M., Hewitt, M.L. & Toendepi, J., 2020, ‘Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa’, Acta Commercii 20(1), a704. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v20i1.704
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The research addressed the issue of leadership response to xenophobia in South Africa that has a unique characteristic of being ‘black on black’. Research purpose: The research purpose was to assess the dynamics informing xenophobia in South Africa, leadership responses and systemic lessons thereon. Motivation for the study: The first black president, the late Nelson Mandela, put in place a Constitution that has an intent to protect all stakeholders in a non-racist, non-sexist and without discrimination based on colour or creed. This pleasantness and warm welcome attracted a large influx of immigrants from across the continent and South Asia who come as international students, skilled professionals and economic refugees. This migratory pattern has led to protracted conflict between immigrants from Africa and indigenous black South Africans. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative, exploratory research that drew data from the semi-structured interviews was carried out. Seven participants were purposefully sampled based on their involvement with the xenophobic affairs in their line of work. Content analysis augmented the primary data. ..
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- Authors: Masikane, Champion M. , Hewitt, Magda L. , Toendepi,, Joyce
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Xenophobia , Leadership , Social complexity
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432795 , uj:37398 , Masikane, C.M., Hewitt, M.L. & Toendepi, J., 2020, ‘Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa’, Acta Commercii 20(1), a704. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v20i1.704
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The research addressed the issue of leadership response to xenophobia in South Africa that has a unique characteristic of being ‘black on black’. Research purpose: The research purpose was to assess the dynamics informing xenophobia in South Africa, leadership responses and systemic lessons thereon. Motivation for the study: The first black president, the late Nelson Mandela, put in place a Constitution that has an intent to protect all stakeholders in a non-racist, non-sexist and without discrimination based on colour or creed. This pleasantness and warm welcome attracted a large influx of immigrants from across the continent and South Asia who come as international students, skilled professionals and economic refugees. This migratory pattern has led to protracted conflict between immigrants from Africa and indigenous black South Africans. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative, exploratory research that drew data from the semi-structured interviews was carried out. Seven participants were purposefully sampled based on their involvement with the xenophobic affairs in their line of work. Content analysis augmented the primary data. ..
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Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa
- Masikane, Champion M., Hewitt, Magda L., Toendepi,, Joyce
- Authors: Masikane, Champion M. , Hewitt, Magda L. , Toendepi,, Joyce
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Xenophobia , Leadership , Social complexity
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432794 , uj:37397 , Masikane, C.M., Hewitt, M.L. & Toendepi, J., 2020, ‘Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa’, Acta Commercii 20(1), a704. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v20i1.704
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The research addressed the issue of leadership response to xenophobia in South Africa that has a unique characteristic of being ‘black on black’. Research purpose: The research purpose was to assess the dynamics informing xenophobia in South Africa, leadership responses and systemic lessons thereon. Motivation for the study: The first black president, the late Nelson Mandela, put in place a Constitution that has an intent to protect all stakeholders in a non-racist, non-sexist and without discrimination based on colour or creed. This pleasantness and warm welcome attracted a large influx of immigrants from across the continent and South Asia who come as international students, skilled professionals and economic refugees. This migratory pattern has led to protracted conflict between immigrants from Africa and indigenous black South Africans. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative, exploratory research that drew data from the semi-structured interviews was carried out. Seven participants were purposefully sampled based on their involvement with the xenophobic affairs in their line of work. Content analysis augmented the primary data. ..
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- Authors: Masikane, Champion M. , Hewitt, Magda L. , Toendepi,, Joyce
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Xenophobia , Leadership , Social complexity
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432794 , uj:37397 , Masikane, C.M., Hewitt, M.L. & Toendepi, J., 2020, ‘Dynamics informing xenophobia and leadership response in South Africa’, Acta Commercii 20(1), a704. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v20i1.704
- Description: Abstract: , Orientation: The research addressed the issue of leadership response to xenophobia in South Africa that has a unique characteristic of being ‘black on black’. Research purpose: The research purpose was to assess the dynamics informing xenophobia in South Africa, leadership responses and systemic lessons thereon. Motivation for the study: The first black president, the late Nelson Mandela, put in place a Constitution that has an intent to protect all stakeholders in a non-racist, non-sexist and without discrimination based on colour or creed. This pleasantness and warm welcome attracted a large influx of immigrants from across the continent and South Asia who come as international students, skilled professionals and economic refugees. This migratory pattern has led to protracted conflict between immigrants from Africa and indigenous black South Africans. Research design, approach and method: A qualitative, exploratory research that drew data from the semi-structured interviews was carried out. Seven participants were purposefully sampled based on their involvement with the xenophobic affairs in their line of work. Content analysis augmented the primary data. ..
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Factors influencing motivation of nurse leaders in a private hospital group in Gauteng, South Africa : a quantitative study
- Breed, Maria, Downing, Charlene, Ally, Hafisa
- Authors: Breed, Maria , Downing, Charlene , Ally, Hafisa
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Motivation , Leadership , Unit managers
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/412176 , uj:34672 , Citation: Breed, M., Downing, C. & Ally, H., 2020, ‘Factors influencing motivation of nurse leaders in a private hospital group in Gauteng, South Africa: A quantitative study’, Curationis 43(1), a2011. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/curationis. v43i1.2011 , ISSN: (Online) 2223-6279
- Description: Abstract: Background: Nurse leadership is about aligning employees to a vision. This happens with buy-in, motivation and communication. When conducive environments are created by organisations, the motivation of nurse leaders will be enhanced, which will have a positive outcome on the organisation. Highly motivated nurse leaders accomplish more and are more productive. Nurse leadership is an essential source of support, mentorship and role modelling. These attributes tend to be more evident when nurse leaders are motivated. Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine the factors that influence the motivation of nurse leaders. Method: A quantitative, descriptive design and stratified sampling was used. Participants comprised unit managers (n = 49) from five hospitals in a private hospital group in South Africa. A self-administered questionnaire, namely, the Multidimensional Work Motivation Scale, was used to collect the data. Data were analysed using the IBM SPSS 22.0 program. Results: The results indicated that the nurse leaders in this study were intrinsically motivated. Their motivation was influenced by support, relatedness, autonomy and competence. No relationships were found between motivation and age, years in a management position, gender, qualifications and staff-reporting structure. Conclusion: By implication, to understand what motivates nurse leaders and to keep them motivated, recommendations were proposed to nursing and human resources management. It is expected that the implementation of the recommendations will have a positive influence on patient outcomes, organisational success and the motivation and satisfaction of nurse leaders.
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- Authors: Breed, Maria , Downing, Charlene , Ally, Hafisa
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Motivation , Leadership , Unit managers
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/412176 , uj:34672 , Citation: Breed, M., Downing, C. & Ally, H., 2020, ‘Factors influencing motivation of nurse leaders in a private hospital group in Gauteng, South Africa: A quantitative study’, Curationis 43(1), a2011. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/curationis. v43i1.2011 , ISSN: (Online) 2223-6279
- Description: Abstract: Background: Nurse leadership is about aligning employees to a vision. This happens with buy-in, motivation and communication. When conducive environments are created by organisations, the motivation of nurse leaders will be enhanced, which will have a positive outcome on the organisation. Highly motivated nurse leaders accomplish more and are more productive. Nurse leadership is an essential source of support, mentorship and role modelling. These attributes tend to be more evident when nurse leaders are motivated. Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine the factors that influence the motivation of nurse leaders. Method: A quantitative, descriptive design and stratified sampling was used. Participants comprised unit managers (n = 49) from five hospitals in a private hospital group in South Africa. A self-administered questionnaire, namely, the Multidimensional Work Motivation Scale, was used to collect the data. Data were analysed using the IBM SPSS 22.0 program. Results: The results indicated that the nurse leaders in this study were intrinsically motivated. Their motivation was influenced by support, relatedness, autonomy and competence. No relationships were found between motivation and age, years in a management position, gender, qualifications and staff-reporting structure. Conclusion: By implication, to understand what motivates nurse leaders and to keep them motivated, recommendations were proposed to nursing and human resources management. It is expected that the implementation of the recommendations will have a positive influence on patient outcomes, organisational success and the motivation and satisfaction of nurse leaders.
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Internal controls underpinning audit outcomes in South African Municipalities
- Nevhutanda, M., Mamaile, L. J.
- Authors: Nevhutanda, M. , Mamaile, L. J.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Content analysis , Internal controls , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/463897 , uj:41417
- Description: Abstract: The internal control is defined as a process designed to provide assurance regarding the achievement of the entity’s objectives through the coordinated efforts of everyone within the entity. This paper relied on South Africa’s Auditor-General (AGSA) reports to establish the internal controls underpinning the audit outcomes in South African municipalities. Therefore, a qualitative research design using document analysis was implemented to achieve the paper’s objectives. Data was collected through secondary data available in the public domain. The criterion sampling method was used for metropolitan municipalities whilst a simple random sampling method was used for district and local municipalities. The basic internal controls identified by the AGSA were examined and from these, five basic categories of internal control were identified. The findings revealed that internal controls are essential in achieving positive and clean audit outcomes. The paper recommends that the municipal leadership should attain adequate training to ensure that instability and under-performance of employees could be timely addressed. Furthermore, financial management risk can be reduced through implementation and managing internal control systems and monitoring by relevant assurance providers such as internal audit functions.
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- Authors: Nevhutanda, M. , Mamaile, L. J.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Content analysis , Internal controls , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/463897 , uj:41417
- Description: Abstract: The internal control is defined as a process designed to provide assurance regarding the achievement of the entity’s objectives through the coordinated efforts of everyone within the entity. This paper relied on South Africa’s Auditor-General (AGSA) reports to establish the internal controls underpinning the audit outcomes in South African municipalities. Therefore, a qualitative research design using document analysis was implemented to achieve the paper’s objectives. Data was collected through secondary data available in the public domain. The criterion sampling method was used for metropolitan municipalities whilst a simple random sampling method was used for district and local municipalities. The basic internal controls identified by the AGSA were examined and from these, five basic categories of internal control were identified. The findings revealed that internal controls are essential in achieving positive and clean audit outcomes. The paper recommends that the municipal leadership should attain adequate training to ensure that instability and under-performance of employees could be timely addressed. Furthermore, financial management risk can be reduced through implementation and managing internal control systems and monitoring by relevant assurance providers such as internal audit functions.
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Perceived inclusive leadership and discrimination: The mediating roles of work and personal identities
- Authors: Christos, Daniela
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership , Work - Psychological aspects , Identity (Psychology) , Discrimination in employment
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/448638 , uj:39368
- Description: Abstract: The lack of perceived inclusive leadership in the workplace may precede employees’ perceptions of discrimination. Identity is confirmed as a mediator in the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination with personal and work identities specifically, proposed to mediate the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination. However, there is a gap in the literature confirming the roles and function of personal and work identities in the relationship, which this study aimed to investigate. Adhering to a quantitative approach, a non experimental, cross-sectional research design was employed to conduct the study. Using non probability sampling techniques, a questionnaire comprising a biographical questionnaire, Inclusive Leadership Scale, Chronic Work Discrimination and Harassment Scale, Erikson Psycho Social Inventory, and Tilburg Work Identity Scale for Commitment and Reconsideration of Commitment was distributed to respondents (N = 452) in South African organisations. The results from the path analysis confirmed a statistically significant mediating effect of work identity on the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination with the implication that in South Africa, inclusive leadership cultivates work identity, which alleviates perceptions of discrimination. The findings of this research contribute to the limited body of research in the scope of inclusive leadership and personal and work identities; personal and work identities and discrimination; and personal and work identities as mediators of the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination. The practical implications relate to recommended implementation of inclusive leadership in South African organisations to reduce perceptions of discrimination, and the cultivation of individuals’ work identities in South African organisations. , M.Com. (Industrial Psychology)
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- Authors: Christos, Daniela
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership , Work - Psychological aspects , Identity (Psychology) , Discrimination in employment
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/448638 , uj:39368
- Description: Abstract: The lack of perceived inclusive leadership in the workplace may precede employees’ perceptions of discrimination. Identity is confirmed as a mediator in the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination with personal and work identities specifically, proposed to mediate the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination. However, there is a gap in the literature confirming the roles and function of personal and work identities in the relationship, which this study aimed to investigate. Adhering to a quantitative approach, a non experimental, cross-sectional research design was employed to conduct the study. Using non probability sampling techniques, a questionnaire comprising a biographical questionnaire, Inclusive Leadership Scale, Chronic Work Discrimination and Harassment Scale, Erikson Psycho Social Inventory, and Tilburg Work Identity Scale for Commitment and Reconsideration of Commitment was distributed to respondents (N = 452) in South African organisations. The results from the path analysis confirmed a statistically significant mediating effect of work identity on the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination with the implication that in South Africa, inclusive leadership cultivates work identity, which alleviates perceptions of discrimination. The findings of this research contribute to the limited body of research in the scope of inclusive leadership and personal and work identities; personal and work identities and discrimination; and personal and work identities as mediators of the relationship between inclusive leadership and discrimination. The practical implications relate to recommended implementation of inclusive leadership in South African organisations to reduce perceptions of discrimination, and the cultivation of individuals’ work identities in South African organisations. , M.Com. (Industrial Psychology)
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The educational utility of a massive multi-player, real-time strategy war game : a retrospective case study
- Authors: Janse Van Rensburg, L. J.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Entrepreneur , Leadership , Gamification
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/453190 , uj:40001 , Citation: Janse Van Rensburg, L.J. 2020. The educational utility of a massive multi-player, real-time strategy war game : a retrospective case study.
- Description: Abstract: The educational utility of simulations and gamification are well documented within the literature, whereas massive multi-player, real-time strategy war games (MPRTS) are relatively unexplored. This paper explores through a retrospective case study, the educational utility of an MPRTS war game in the context of leadership, business strategy and social behavior development. The chosen MPRTS is one of the latest offerings on mobile devices. Specific missions and goals are facilitated through the MPRTS platform. To achieve these goals players need to collect their own resources; form alliances and build their own cities; and collaborate and coordinate their efforts within their alliance. The social interaction between players of different nationalities, cultures and languages, presents interesting phenomena that is also explored within this paper as part of the findings. This paper concludes with an argument that games such as MPRTS, do present educational utility for business and entrepreneurship students in strategy and entrepreneurial leadership. Specific recommendations are provided on how such an MPRTS war game primarily intended for leisure may be utilized, to develop leadership, strategic decision-making ability and entrepreneurial self-efficacy as an alternative to simulations and other gamification initiatives.
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- Authors: Janse Van Rensburg, L. J.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Entrepreneur , Leadership , Gamification
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/453190 , uj:40001 , Citation: Janse Van Rensburg, L.J. 2020. The educational utility of a massive multi-player, real-time strategy war game : a retrospective case study.
- Description: Abstract: The educational utility of simulations and gamification are well documented within the literature, whereas massive multi-player, real-time strategy war games (MPRTS) are relatively unexplored. This paper explores through a retrospective case study, the educational utility of an MPRTS war game in the context of leadership, business strategy and social behavior development. The chosen MPRTS is one of the latest offerings on mobile devices. Specific missions and goals are facilitated through the MPRTS platform. To achieve these goals players need to collect their own resources; form alliances and build their own cities; and collaborate and coordinate their efforts within their alliance. The social interaction between players of different nationalities, cultures and languages, presents interesting phenomena that is also explored within this paper as part of the findings. This paper concludes with an argument that games such as MPRTS, do present educational utility for business and entrepreneurship students in strategy and entrepreneurial leadership. Specific recommendations are provided on how such an MPRTS war game primarily intended for leisure may be utilized, to develop leadership, strategic decision-making ability and entrepreneurial self-efficacy as an alternative to simulations and other gamification initiatives.
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The mediating effects of self-esteem on the relationship between the impostor phenomenon and leadership style
- Authors: Naidu, Shanthuri
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership - Psychological aspects , Impostor phenomenon , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/456654 , uj:40461
- Description: Abstract: Leaders form an integral part to an organisation’s success, as they directly influence the performance and functionality of the organisation. However, this pressure potentially causes leaders to display ineffective leadership styles. This can create feelings of anxiety and inferiority among leaders but also influence how they manage their employees. A diminished Self-esteem can further exacerbate leaders’ perception of imposing or faking their abilities. This study investigates the relationship between various leadership styles, the impostor phenomenon and how self-esteem mediates the relationship. The main focus of this research was aimed at determining whether the Impostor Phenomenon influenced leaders’ Leadership Style and how Self-esteem mediated this relationship. In order to carry out the research the Circumplex Leadership Scan, Clance Impostor Phenomenon Scale and the Rosenburg Selfesteem Scale was administered to managers/leaders/supervisors (N=142) in various industries in Gauteng, South Africa. The results indicated that Self-esteem did not significantly mediate the relationship between the Impostor Phenomenon and a leader Leadership Style. Additional, findings indicated that a leader that displays a Withdrawn or Yielding Leadership Style is likely to experience the Impostor Phenomenon. The findings of this study provide further insights into the Impostor Phenomenon in relation to a leader experiencing a low level of Self-esteem. As well as the effects of low Self-esteem on a leaders Leadership Style. During this study several limitations were identified, such as the impact of using a cross-sectional research design and the lack of participants. Additionally, that both the CLS and the CIPS has yet to be validated in a South African context, which also posed a limitation to this study. , M.Com. (Industrial Psychology)
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- Authors: Naidu, Shanthuri
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership - Psychological aspects , Impostor phenomenon , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/456654 , uj:40461
- Description: Abstract: Leaders form an integral part to an organisation’s success, as they directly influence the performance and functionality of the organisation. However, this pressure potentially causes leaders to display ineffective leadership styles. This can create feelings of anxiety and inferiority among leaders but also influence how they manage their employees. A diminished Self-esteem can further exacerbate leaders’ perception of imposing or faking their abilities. This study investigates the relationship between various leadership styles, the impostor phenomenon and how self-esteem mediates the relationship. The main focus of this research was aimed at determining whether the Impostor Phenomenon influenced leaders’ Leadership Style and how Self-esteem mediated this relationship. In order to carry out the research the Circumplex Leadership Scan, Clance Impostor Phenomenon Scale and the Rosenburg Selfesteem Scale was administered to managers/leaders/supervisors (N=142) in various industries in Gauteng, South Africa. The results indicated that Self-esteem did not significantly mediate the relationship between the Impostor Phenomenon and a leader Leadership Style. Additional, findings indicated that a leader that displays a Withdrawn or Yielding Leadership Style is likely to experience the Impostor Phenomenon. The findings of this study provide further insights into the Impostor Phenomenon in relation to a leader experiencing a low level of Self-esteem. As well as the effects of low Self-esteem on a leaders Leadership Style. During this study several limitations were identified, such as the impact of using a cross-sectional research design and the lack of participants. Additionally, that both the CLS and the CIPS has yet to be validated in a South African context, which also posed a limitation to this study. , M.Com. (Industrial Psychology)
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The relationship between manager credibility, strategic alignment, and employee motivation
- Authors: Lees, Daisy
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Organizational change , Leadership , Employee motivation
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/474708 , uj:42797
- Description: Abstract: In today’s competitive business environment organisations continuously seek opportunities to increase their competitiveness through the human capital they employ. A sound understanding of factors that influence organisational success could enable organisations to be proactive in implementing action plans that improve their competitive position and sustainability. This study sought to examine the relationship between manager credibility, strategic alignment, and motivation. The role of strategic alignment as a mediator between manager credibility and motivation was also explored. A quantitative research approach was undertaken, using secondary data obtained from a consultancy firm operating in the field of organisational development. The research instruments comprised of three questionnaires. The sample population consisted of 3,112 respondents who answered all the questions on the research instruments. The psychometric properties of the instruments were tested. Exploratory factor analysis was conducted on the instruments. The results of the study indicate that there was a positive relationship between all the variables. The three variables (manager credibility, strategic alignment, and motivation) were found to be significantly positively correlated... , M.Phil. (Leadership in Performance and Change)
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- Authors: Lees, Daisy
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Organizational change , Leadership , Employee motivation
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/474708 , uj:42797
- Description: Abstract: In today’s competitive business environment organisations continuously seek opportunities to increase their competitiveness through the human capital they employ. A sound understanding of factors that influence organisational success could enable organisations to be proactive in implementing action plans that improve their competitive position and sustainability. This study sought to examine the relationship between manager credibility, strategic alignment, and motivation. The role of strategic alignment as a mediator between manager credibility and motivation was also explored. A quantitative research approach was undertaken, using secondary data obtained from a consultancy firm operating in the field of organisational development. The research instruments comprised of three questionnaires. The sample population consisted of 3,112 respondents who answered all the questions on the research instruments. The psychometric properties of the instruments were tested. Exploratory factor analysis was conducted on the instruments. The results of the study indicate that there was a positive relationship between all the variables. The three variables (manager credibility, strategic alignment, and motivation) were found to be significantly positively correlated... , M.Phil. (Leadership in Performance and Change)
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The role of leadership in migration patterns in the Southern African development community
- Authors: Asani, James
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Immigration , Leadership , Development leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/474504 , uj:42772
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract. , M.Phil.
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- Authors: Asani, James
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Immigration , Leadership , Development leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/474504 , uj:42772
- Description: Abstract: Please refer to full text to view abstract. , M.Phil.
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Who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God : Kenosis of leadership
- Authors: Mdingi, Hlulani
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership , Kenosis , Incarnation
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432839 , uj:37403 , Mdingi, H., 2020, ‘Who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God: Kenosis of leadership’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 76(2), a5844. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v76i2.5844
- Description: Abstract: , Leadership is at the core of Christianity; it operates from the paradigm of God’s revelation to humanity through creation. The creation of the world and the creation of Imago Dei are markers of the service that God has maintained from creation to the fulfilment of soteriology (Gn 1:26, 3 and I Cor 15:42). The early church’s worship of Christ, at least in the Didache, stemmed from the fact that this Hebrew prophet was a servant of God and was YHWH in the flesh. The early teachings of the church were service to the world. This article contends that Christianity faces a crisis because of neglect of the nuclei of Christian theology and faith oriented around the real or physical person of Christ and service to others. The emphasis of this article focuses on kenosis as a prerogative of true Christian faith and leadership. A kenotic model of leadership is service to humanity and the world. The article seeks reflection on the theological importance of kenosis, which interacts with creation and creature. This approach will highlight underlying theology for leadership as it relates to the person of Christ.
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- Authors: Mdingi, Hlulani
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Leadership , Kenosis , Incarnation
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432839 , uj:37403 , Mdingi, H., 2020, ‘Who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God: Kenosis of leadership’, HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies 76(2), a5844. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hts.v76i2.5844
- Description: Abstract: , Leadership is at the core of Christianity; it operates from the paradigm of God’s revelation to humanity through creation. The creation of the world and the creation of Imago Dei are markers of the service that God has maintained from creation to the fulfilment of soteriology (Gn 1:26, 3 and I Cor 15:42). The early church’s worship of Christ, at least in the Didache, stemmed from the fact that this Hebrew prophet was a servant of God and was YHWH in the flesh. The early teachings of the church were service to the world. This article contends that Christianity faces a crisis because of neglect of the nuclei of Christian theology and faith oriented around the real or physical person of Christ and service to others. The emphasis of this article focuses on kenosis as a prerogative of true Christian faith and leadership. A kenotic model of leadership is service to humanity and the world. The article seeks reflection on the theological importance of kenosis, which interacts with creation and creature. This approach will highlight underlying theology for leadership as it relates to the person of Christ.
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A spiritual model for personal leadership
- Authors: Lightbody, Colleen Anne
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership , Leadership - Religious aspects , Christian leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295929 , uj:32234
- Description: Abstract: Orientation In this study I aimed to share and develop mindfulness as a philosophy and a practice by combining narrative and theory to produce a practical mindfulness model that would support a spiritual approach to personal leadership. Relevance and significance of the study This study was an exploration and operationalisation of mindfulness. As mindfulness is a complex construct, the research aimed to integrate a broad range of mindfulness interpretations which was further deepened through an evocative autoethnographic lens. The spiritual dimension of leadership was, thus, addressed with an innovative model supporting mindfulness practices and ideas. I first engaged with the concept of mindfulness in 2010 as I began my journey of transformation and I have studied and taught extensively in this field. Ever since, I have been entranced by the concept and this research reflected my growing engagement with mindfulness and personal development. Research question The research questions that framed the study sought to establish how mindfulness may be explored through an evocative narrative and the integration of definitions to develop a model for spiritual leadership. Research approach This research used a qualitative, postmodernist research approach to develop a spiritual model. This unconventional qualitative methodology allowed me to blend an evocative and analytical approach to my life’s journey. I revealed the wisdom and knowledge I gained coping with traumatic events that transformed me from a ‘worrier’ to a ‘warrior’ of the mind, terms I use that have come to define the work I do. Combining first-order constructs derived from the narrative, together with abstract constructs of... , Ph.D.
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- Authors: Lightbody, Colleen Anne
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership , Leadership - Religious aspects , Christian leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295929 , uj:32234
- Description: Abstract: Orientation In this study I aimed to share and develop mindfulness as a philosophy and a practice by combining narrative and theory to produce a practical mindfulness model that would support a spiritual approach to personal leadership. Relevance and significance of the study This study was an exploration and operationalisation of mindfulness. As mindfulness is a complex construct, the research aimed to integrate a broad range of mindfulness interpretations which was further deepened through an evocative autoethnographic lens. The spiritual dimension of leadership was, thus, addressed with an innovative model supporting mindfulness practices and ideas. I first engaged with the concept of mindfulness in 2010 as I began my journey of transformation and I have studied and taught extensively in this field. Ever since, I have been entranced by the concept and this research reflected my growing engagement with mindfulness and personal development. Research question The research questions that framed the study sought to establish how mindfulness may be explored through an evocative narrative and the integration of definitions to develop a model for spiritual leadership. Research approach This research used a qualitative, postmodernist research approach to develop a spiritual model. This unconventional qualitative methodology allowed me to blend an evocative and analytical approach to my life’s journey. I revealed the wisdom and knowledge I gained coping with traumatic events that transformed me from a ‘worrier’ to a ‘warrior’ of the mind, terms I use that have come to define the work I do. Combining first-order constructs derived from the narrative, together with abstract constructs of... , Ph.D.
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Advocate Thuli Madonsela : a leadership perspective
- Authors: Maclean, Abraham Monwabisi
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Madonsela, Thuli , Leadership , Values , Social justice
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/421721 , uj:35958
- Description: Abstract: Research objective: The study’s overall research objective was to explore the leadership of an individual who exhibits values-based leadership in confronting social injustices in the South African civil service and, to gain insight into the values-based leadership of Advocate Madonsela. Motivation for the study: The researcher sought to extend our understanding of values-based leadership and its development by addressing a real-life example of an individual who demonstrated highly exemplary values-based leadership in a sociopolitical context. The context at play is not only ethically corrosive, but where rampant fear and untold levels of anxiety and conformity to authority thrive (Atkinson, 2007), with individuals too afraid to challenge the unethical behaviour of their colleagues or leaders. How has Madonsela managed to confront conflict situations, overcome risks and become an agent for change? Research design: The researcher employed a qualitative methodology and constructivist paradigm as research design. Purposeful sampling was employed in finding a storyteller as well as nine additional interview participants for triangulation. The researcher used a case study as a research strategy with life history and semistructured interviews as the data collection method. Data was analysed using a content-analysis method. Main findings: The study yielded a life history with rich and varied descriptions of how values-based leadership was cultivated and sustained. An analysis of the collected data revealed themes that can further inform values-based leadership mastery. Practical implications: This study’s findings illustrate the need to foster values in the enactment and transmission of leadership in organisations and society, where leaders become role models and act on what they say, as well as behave in accordance with their personal values... , M.Phil. (Personal and Professional Leadership)
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- Authors: Maclean, Abraham Monwabisi
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Madonsela, Thuli , Leadership , Values , Social justice
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/421721 , uj:35958
- Description: Abstract: Research objective: The study’s overall research objective was to explore the leadership of an individual who exhibits values-based leadership in confronting social injustices in the South African civil service and, to gain insight into the values-based leadership of Advocate Madonsela. Motivation for the study: The researcher sought to extend our understanding of values-based leadership and its development by addressing a real-life example of an individual who demonstrated highly exemplary values-based leadership in a sociopolitical context. The context at play is not only ethically corrosive, but where rampant fear and untold levels of anxiety and conformity to authority thrive (Atkinson, 2007), with individuals too afraid to challenge the unethical behaviour of their colleagues or leaders. How has Madonsela managed to confront conflict situations, overcome risks and become an agent for change? Research design: The researcher employed a qualitative methodology and constructivist paradigm as research design. Purposeful sampling was employed in finding a storyteller as well as nine additional interview participants for triangulation. The researcher used a case study as a research strategy with life history and semistructured interviews as the data collection method. Data was analysed using a content-analysis method. Main findings: The study yielded a life history with rich and varied descriptions of how values-based leadership was cultivated and sustained. An analysis of the collected data revealed themes that can further inform values-based leadership mastery. Practical implications: This study’s findings illustrate the need to foster values in the enactment and transmission of leadership in organisations and society, where leaders become role models and act on what they say, as well as behave in accordance with their personal values... , M.Phil. (Personal and Professional Leadership)
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Authentic leadership enactment within South African mega-churches
- Authors: Payne, Clarence
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Authencity (Philosophy) , Leadership , Christian leadership , Big churches - South Africa - Management
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/293663 , uj:31936
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: Governments, corporations and churches have been rocked by the exposure of the unethical practices of their leaders over the past decade. As early as last year, Steinhoff (a South African led company) was engulfed in a leadership scandal which saw billions of shareholder value lost, whilst a formal investigation into the alleged state capture of the South African government was also initiated. Churches are not exempt from scandals, with many of their leaders being caught up in controversy with some leaders of mega-churches becoming victims of their own achievements. Numerous business leaders, scholars and social scientists proposition ‘authentic leadership’ as the answer to the current decline in moral leadership. While authentic leadership has been positioned as the answer for today’s leadership challenges, there is a considerable lack of literature relating to authentic leadership within the church. An initial review of leadership revealed that leadership literature is rife on the importance of authenticity and the value of authentic leadership for society and organisations alike, yet there is an apparent lack of literature and empirical research offering insight into how leaders, whether in corporations or the church, establish their authenticity with their followers. In addition, very little is known about the perception that followers have about the authenticity of their leaders, nor the evaluations they make regarding the authenticity of their leaders. It is not conducive to the outcomes of leadership if leaders believe they are indeed being authentic, while their followers do not perceive them as such. It is not sufficient to instruct leaders to be authentic. The ultimate aim should be to provide them with an aid that could guide their interaction with their followers in terms of establishing their authenticity with those they lead. The aim of the study was to investigate how an authentic leadership enactment is created within South-African mega-churches. On account of the overall aim of the study, the following research questions were formulated: • How do authentic leaders within a mega-church manage their authenticity?...
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- Authors: Payne, Clarence
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Authencity (Philosophy) , Leadership , Christian leadership , Big churches - South Africa - Management
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/293663 , uj:31936
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: Governments, corporations and churches have been rocked by the exposure of the unethical practices of their leaders over the past decade. As early as last year, Steinhoff (a South African led company) was engulfed in a leadership scandal which saw billions of shareholder value lost, whilst a formal investigation into the alleged state capture of the South African government was also initiated. Churches are not exempt from scandals, with many of their leaders being caught up in controversy with some leaders of mega-churches becoming victims of their own achievements. Numerous business leaders, scholars and social scientists proposition ‘authentic leadership’ as the answer to the current decline in moral leadership. While authentic leadership has been positioned as the answer for today’s leadership challenges, there is a considerable lack of literature relating to authentic leadership within the church. An initial review of leadership revealed that leadership literature is rife on the importance of authenticity and the value of authentic leadership for society and organisations alike, yet there is an apparent lack of literature and empirical research offering insight into how leaders, whether in corporations or the church, establish their authenticity with their followers. In addition, very little is known about the perception that followers have about the authenticity of their leaders, nor the evaluations they make regarding the authenticity of their leaders. It is not conducive to the outcomes of leadership if leaders believe they are indeed being authentic, while their followers do not perceive them as such. It is not sufficient to instruct leaders to be authentic. The ultimate aim should be to provide them with an aid that could guide their interaction with their followers in terms of establishing their authenticity with those they lead. The aim of the study was to investigate how an authentic leadership enactment is created within South-African mega-churches. On account of the overall aim of the study, the following research questions were formulated: • How do authentic leaders within a mega-church manage their authenticity?...
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Challenges affecting leadership development in the construction industry
- Liphadzi, Murendeni, Aigbavboa, Clinton, Osunsanmi, Temidayo, Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Liphadzi, Murendeni , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Osunsanmi, Temidayo , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Challenges , Construction industry , Project managers , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Challenges affecting leadership development in the construction industry , Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/404152 , uj:33881 , Citation: Liphadzi, M. et al. 2019. Challenges affecting leadership development in the construction industry.
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- Authors: Liphadzi, Murendeni , Aigbavboa, Clinton , Osunsanmi, Temidayo , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Challenges , Construction industry , Project managers , Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Challenges affecting leadership development in the construction industry , Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/404152 , uj:33881 , Citation: Liphadzi, M. et al. 2019. Challenges affecting leadership development in the construction industry.
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Developing a leadership architecture in retail within the stratified systems theory framework
- Authors: Keevy, Zondré
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295866 , uj:32227
- Description: Abstract: Understanding the systemic dynamics that drive leadership development in the retail environment in order to develop a conceptual model for leadership architecture within stratified system theory for sustainable leadership development is the primary aim of this research. This model may serve as a catalyst towards successfully implementing and executing leadership. Sub-aims of this research include: Establishing the underlying perceptions of the phenomenon of leadership, assessing the perceptions of sustainability of leadership development, appraising and creating countermeasures for the barriers that stand in the way of sustainable leadership development in the retail environment, assembling the strategic positioning of leadership architecture in retail that will enable a culture conducive to this environment and, finally, formulating meta-insights to assist the retail environment in the development of leadership architecture that may result in a model for practice. The research involved an investigation of the way in which leadership is conceptualised, appreciated, applied and prioritised within the South African retail environment. Insights gained from the research may be transferred across highpressure, profit-driven organisations. The intent was to create practical leadership architecture to ensure that leadership becomes a strategic priority, to enable leadership development and to influence leadership practice. The current reality of leadership in the retail environment and possible barriers to leadership development and practice in the retail environment were investigated. The research also sought to discover the non-negotiable imperatives needed for leadership to become a sustainable strategic concern. A qualitative research approach was adopted. Grounded theory research was used with a purposeful sample of five retail Store Managers, two Regional... , Ph.D.
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- Authors: Keevy, Zondré
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295866 , uj:32227
- Description: Abstract: Understanding the systemic dynamics that drive leadership development in the retail environment in order to develop a conceptual model for leadership architecture within stratified system theory for sustainable leadership development is the primary aim of this research. This model may serve as a catalyst towards successfully implementing and executing leadership. Sub-aims of this research include: Establishing the underlying perceptions of the phenomenon of leadership, assessing the perceptions of sustainability of leadership development, appraising and creating countermeasures for the barriers that stand in the way of sustainable leadership development in the retail environment, assembling the strategic positioning of leadership architecture in retail that will enable a culture conducive to this environment and, finally, formulating meta-insights to assist the retail environment in the development of leadership architecture that may result in a model for practice. The research involved an investigation of the way in which leadership is conceptualised, appreciated, applied and prioritised within the South African retail environment. Insights gained from the research may be transferred across highpressure, profit-driven organisations. The intent was to create practical leadership architecture to ensure that leadership becomes a strategic priority, to enable leadership development and to influence leadership practice. The current reality of leadership in the retail environment and possible barriers to leadership development and practice in the retail environment were investigated. The research also sought to discover the non-negotiable imperatives needed for leadership to become a sustainable strategic concern. A qualitative research approach was adopted. Grounded theory research was used with a purposeful sample of five retail Store Managers, two Regional... , Ph.D.
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Entrepreneurial leadership as a critical success factor in the sustainability of non-governmental organisations
- Authors: Dube, Zakhele V.
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Entrepreneurship , Leadership , Non-governmental organizations - South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/292065 , uj:31734
- Description: Abstract: The non-governmental organisation (NGO) sector in South Africa has witnessed an increase in the number of emerging NGOs, particularly within the last decade of democratic dispensation since 1994 and has been perceived as reliable entities that support the government in addressing the socio-economic issues. The nature and composition of NGOs have transformed into a high-paced, highly threatening and increasingly global environment. Economic pressures and increased competition for funding are some of the challenges that have an impact on NGO’s performance and sustainability. The government’s gradual inability to provide high quality public services continues to create a vacuum in the delivery of public services that NGOs strive to fill, and these are some of the main contributing factors resulting in the emergence of NGOs in the developing economies. The study was based on a quantitative methodology. The adopted methodology allowed the researcher to utilise obtained data to explore and examine the relationship between variables and provide responses to the research questions and objectives. A descriptive and correlation research design was adopted, which focused on describing the variables and examine the relationship between the variables. The literature findings of the study indicated that the creation of collaborations and partnerships with multiple stakeholders resulted in the birth of public-private partnership models, which has benefited the NGO sector through improved financial, technical and operational strengthening. Furthermore, the study revealed a strong relationship between Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurial Orientation and NGO Sustainability (performance). No evidence was found to support the relationships between Entrepreneurial Leadership and the number of years in the particular organisation, nor was there any evidence found that there is a relationship between Entrepreneurial Leadership and the number of years in the NGO sector. The study also revealed that there was no statistical significant difference between age groups and gender for the Entrepreneurial Leadership scores. , M.Phil. (Management)
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- Authors: Dube, Zakhele V.
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Entrepreneurship , Leadership , Non-governmental organizations - South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Masters (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/292065 , uj:31734
- Description: Abstract: The non-governmental organisation (NGO) sector in South Africa has witnessed an increase in the number of emerging NGOs, particularly within the last decade of democratic dispensation since 1994 and has been perceived as reliable entities that support the government in addressing the socio-economic issues. The nature and composition of NGOs have transformed into a high-paced, highly threatening and increasingly global environment. Economic pressures and increased competition for funding are some of the challenges that have an impact on NGO’s performance and sustainability. The government’s gradual inability to provide high quality public services continues to create a vacuum in the delivery of public services that NGOs strive to fill, and these are some of the main contributing factors resulting in the emergence of NGOs in the developing economies. The study was based on a quantitative methodology. The adopted methodology allowed the researcher to utilise obtained data to explore and examine the relationship between variables and provide responses to the research questions and objectives. A descriptive and correlation research design was adopted, which focused on describing the variables and examine the relationship between the variables. The literature findings of the study indicated that the creation of collaborations and partnerships with multiple stakeholders resulted in the birth of public-private partnership models, which has benefited the NGO sector through improved financial, technical and operational strengthening. Furthermore, the study revealed a strong relationship between Entrepreneurial Leadership, Entrepreneurial Orientation and NGO Sustainability (performance). No evidence was found to support the relationships between Entrepreneurial Leadership and the number of years in the particular organisation, nor was there any evidence found that there is a relationship between Entrepreneurial Leadership and the number of years in the NGO sector. The study also revealed that there was no statistical significant difference between age groups and gender for the Entrepreneurial Leadership scores. , M.Phil. (Management)
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Evaluation of a personal growth model for leadership development
- Keyser, Jacobus Petrus Benjamin
- Authors: Keyser, Jacobus Petrus Benjamin
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295874 , uj:32228
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: The demand to grow as a person, or to develop character, is a central issue in leadership and is quite evident in literature. Salient to leadership, therefore, are the subjects of what one is (being) and how to develop what one is, which is often expressed as ‘to grow as a person’. Being development is more than behaviour change; it encompasses what one is and what one can become. Being development is consequently not an effort to apply a layer of veneer or to put on a mask to win friends and influence people. Hence, the researcher supports the notion that being development is essential in the cultivation of successful leaders. The literature exploration focused on how growth come about in human beings by exploring various behavioural change theories and models that are connected to being development, and resultantly linked to the importance of leadership development. The literature revealed the presence of six theoretical elements of being development, namely Vision, Plan and Evaluate, Acquire Competencies, Manage the Environment, Manage the Self, and Transcendence Exercise. The presence of these six elements in an individual’s life suggested being development or a growing person. Efforts to enhance the presence of these elements are in accordance to how change works in humans and are in congruence with certain normative suggestions of other theoretical growth models that are explored in this study. One such theoretical model, the Being Developmental Model (BDM) was selected for further development and evaluation for the purpose of this study. A known, tested and tried research approach, with proven strategies and methods within the social sciences were adopted in order to reach the theoretical and empirical objectives of the study. Statistical techniques used include: descriptive statistics, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), bivariate correlation analysis and multivariate regression analysis. EFA extracted more than one factor from three of the six theoretical BDM elements. The factors extracted from Vision (On Track and Calling), Manage the Environment (Physical Environment, External Environment and Inner Being) and Transcendence Exercise (God and Others; Mind and Emotions) confirmed and highlighted certain underlying dimensions within the three elements. The three remaining elements,...
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- Authors: Keyser, Jacobus Petrus Benjamin
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Leadership
- Language: English
- Type: Doctoral (Thesis)
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295874 , uj:32228
- Description: Ph.D. , Abstract: The demand to grow as a person, or to develop character, is a central issue in leadership and is quite evident in literature. Salient to leadership, therefore, are the subjects of what one is (being) and how to develop what one is, which is often expressed as ‘to grow as a person’. Being development is more than behaviour change; it encompasses what one is and what one can become. Being development is consequently not an effort to apply a layer of veneer or to put on a mask to win friends and influence people. Hence, the researcher supports the notion that being development is essential in the cultivation of successful leaders. The literature exploration focused on how growth come about in human beings by exploring various behavioural change theories and models that are connected to being development, and resultantly linked to the importance of leadership development. The literature revealed the presence of six theoretical elements of being development, namely Vision, Plan and Evaluate, Acquire Competencies, Manage the Environment, Manage the Self, and Transcendence Exercise. The presence of these six elements in an individual’s life suggested being development or a growing person. Efforts to enhance the presence of these elements are in accordance to how change works in humans and are in congruence with certain normative suggestions of other theoretical growth models that are explored in this study. One such theoretical model, the Being Developmental Model (BDM) was selected for further development and evaluation for the purpose of this study. A known, tested and tried research approach, with proven strategies and methods within the social sciences were adopted in order to reach the theoretical and empirical objectives of the study. Statistical techniques used include: descriptive statistics, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), bivariate correlation analysis and multivariate regression analysis. EFA extracted more than one factor from three of the six theoretical BDM elements. The factors extracted from Vision (On Track and Calling), Manage the Environment (Physical Environment, External Environment and Inner Being) and Transcendence Exercise (God and Others; Mind and Emotions) confirmed and highlighted certain underlying dimensions within the three elements. The three remaining elements,...
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