MAN345 Organizational Leadership
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Management
Hamza Smajić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key theoretical approaches to leadership. It explores how various leadership models apply within organizational settings and examines the role of leadership in influencing organizational effectiveness, culture, and change. Through critical analysis and real-world examples, students will gain insights into how leadership functions and evolves in different organizational contexts.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Nahavandi, A. (2015). The Art and Science of Leadership, 7th Ed. Pearson Prentice Hall.
Additional Literature
Miner, J. B. (2005). Organizational Behavior 1: Essential Theories of Motivation and Leadership, 1st Ed. M. E. Sharpe.Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation and video and audio aids)
Student presentations
Case studies
And class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture | |
| 2 | Definition and Significance of Leadership | chapter 1 |
| 3 | The Global and Cultural Contexts | chapter 2 |
| 4 | The Foundations of Modern Leadership | chapter 3 |
| 5 | Individual Differences and Traits/Quiz | chapter 4 |
| 6 | Power | chapter 5 |
| 7 | Current Era in Leadership | chapters 6 |
| 8 | Midterm | chapters 1-5 |
| 9 | Other Leadership Perspectives + Reflective Paper Submission | chapter 7 |
| 10 | Leading Teams | chapter 8 |
| 11 | Leading Change | chapter 9 |
| 12 | Developing Leaders | chapter 10 |
| 13 | Student Presentations | |
| 14 | Student Presentations | |
| 15 | Final Exam Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAN345.1 | Course | Monday 15:00 - 17:50 | B F2.8 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 14:00 - 17:00 | B F1.7 | |
| Thursday | 13:00 - 15:00 | B F1.7 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Reflective Paper
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
16 hours ⏳ (8 week × 2 h)
Home Study
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Presentation
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Midterm Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
Final Exam Study
17 hours ⏳ (1 week × 17 h)
Quiz
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [MAN345] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Jan 01, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| MAN345 | Organizational Leadership | 3 | 0 | 6 | Mon 14:00 - 16:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | MAN102 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Hamza Smajić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 14:00-17:00 Thursday: 13:00-15:00 |
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| hsmajic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key theoretical approaches to leadership. It explores how various leadership models apply within organizational settings and examines the role of leadership in influencing organizational effectiveness, culture, and change. Through critical analysis and real-world examples, students will gain insights into how leadership functions and evolves in different organizational contexts. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Nahavandi, A. (2015). The Art and Science of Leadership, 7th Ed. Pearson Prentice Hall. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation and video and audio aids), student presentations, case studies, and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory Lecture | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Definition and Significance of Leadership | chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | The Global and Cultural Contexts | chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The Foundations of Modern Leadership | chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Individual Differences and Traits/Quiz | chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Power | chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Current Era in Leadership | chapters 6 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm | chapters 1-5 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Other Leadership Perspectives + Reflective Paper Submission | chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Leading Teams | chapter 8 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Leading Change | chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Developing Leaders | chapter 10 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Student Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Student Presentations | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final Exam Review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 25 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Reflective Paper | 1 | 15 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 15 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Participation | 1 | 10 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 5 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 2 | 8 | 16 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 15 | 45 | Presentation | 6 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Midterm Exam Study | 12 | 1 | 12 | Final Exam Study | 17 | 1 | 17 | |||
| Quiz | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 29/01/2026 | |||||||||