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    A strategic approach for integrating theory to practice in leadership development

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    Authors
    Ladyshewsky, Richard
    Date
    2007
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Ladyshewsky, Richard. 2007. A strategic approach for integrating theory to practice in leadership development. Leadership & Organization Development Journal. 28 (5): pp. 426-443.
    Source Title
    Leadership and Organization Development Journal
    DOI
    10.1108/01437730710761733
    ISSN
    0143-7739
    Faculty
    Curtin Business School
    Graduate School of Business
    Remarks

    The definitive version is available from Emerald Group Publishing Limited

    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/33959
    Collection
    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    Purpose – This paper aims to evaluate the impact of experiential learning, goal setting, peer coaching and reflective journaling as a combined strategy to influence leadership development. Design/methodology/approach – Subjects participated in a university based leadership development program over two years. Four focal units of study were undertaken. Participants set development plans based on their learning and implemented them over eight weeks with the support of a peer coach. A pre, mid- and post- 360-degree assessment was undertaken to measure changes in leadership competency. Learning outcomes and coaching reports were also submitted and evaluated qualitatively.Findings – A progressive increase in leadership competency was report by participants and their work colleagues in the 360-degree data. Qualitative data revealed a range of learning outcomes that elevated their leadership competency. Research limitations/implications – The results of this research provide a model for further investigations into how training can be structured to promote transfer of training. Originality/value – Considering the investment being made by organizations into leadership development, this research provides a strategy for increasing return on investment in leadership development.

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