Leadership: Contemporary Critical Perspectives 3E
Contemporary Critical Perspectives on the Evolution and Practices of Leadership
Created by Brigid Carroll, Scott Taylor, Jackie Ford
Explore how leadership is shaped by evolving theories and real-world challenges. You will examine both classical and modern perspectives, and learn to analyze leadership in social, political, and organizational settings. Discover how emerging issues are transforming what it means to lead today.
Sage Publishing | Jul 2026 | 408 min
What You Will Learn
You will build your understanding by working through a mix of theoretical frameworks and practical case studies. Each topic encourages you to question assumptions and apply new perspectives to real-life scenarios. By the end, you will be able to critically evaluate leadership in a variety of contemporary settings.
Key Features
- Examine leadership through classical, critical, and emerging theoretical lenses
- Analyze real-world case studies to connect theory with practical leadership challenges
- Develop the ability to critically assess leadership in complex social and political contexts
Target Audience
Ideal for professionals and advanced students who already know the basics of leadership and organizational behavior. If you want to deepen your understanding of how leadership works in today's complex world and gain tools to navigate new challenges, this course is a great fit.
