Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in Leadership Excellence
The MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) program in Leadership Excellence is designed to provide leaders of today and tomorrow with the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to navigate the challenges of an ever increasing change-driven business landscape.
MQF/EQF Level: 7
ECTS: 90 Credits
879 Enrolled
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Award in Leadership Frameworks and Principles (6 ECTS) (140 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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CourseworkIntroductory Podcast08:34Assignment Podcast11:00
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Foundations of LeadershipPart 1: What is Strategic Leadership12:39Part 2: The Values, Vision, and Mission of the Organisation16:10Part 3: The Strategic Leaders: Organisational Abilities and Individual Traits27:45Part 4: SWOT Analysis25:27Part 1: The Leadership Styles39:49Part 2: The Leadership Styles38:59Part 3: The Leadership Styles32:42The Role of Strategic Leadership in Activating Time Management Strategies to Enhance Administrative Creativity SkillsThe Leadership Styles
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Types of Leadership TheoriesPart 1: Theories of Strategic Leadership and their Application in Business40:15Part 2: Theories of Strategic Leadership and their Application in Business39:08Part 3: Theories of Strategic Leadership and their Application in Business40:36Part 4: Theories of Strategic Leadership and their Application in Business45:43Leadership and Strategic Management: The Impact of Effective LeadershipTheories of Strategic Leadership and their Application in BusinessPart 1: Behavioural Theories of Leadership36:12Part 2: Behavioural Theories of Leadership35:36Part 3: Behavioural Theories of Leadership49:21Part 1: Contingency Theories of Leadership41:02Part 2: Contingency Theories of Leadership42:21Part 3: Contingency Theories of Leadership33:14
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Organisational and Emotional LeadershipPart 1: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence and Embracing Continuous Growth38:49Part 2: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence and Embracing Continuous Growth40:12Part 3: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence and Embracing Continuous Growth46:12How Does Emotional Intelligence Matter to Effective LeadershipPart 1: Strategic Leadership Challenges30:56Part 2: Strategic Leadership Challenges34:05Leadership in a CrisisStrategic Leadership Challenges
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Navigating Leadership ChallengesPart 1: Navigating the Dark Side31:56Part 2: Navigating the Dark Side28:01Part 3: Navigating the Dark Side28:31Lessons from the ‘Dark’ Side Emotional Labour and Positioning in Cross-Sectoral Collaborations
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Communication and InfluencePart 1: Strategic Communication Mastery: Essential Skills for Effective Leadership29:16Part 2: Strategic Communication Mastery: Essential Skills for Effective Leadership25:47Part 3: Strategic Communication Mastery: Essential Skills for Effective Leadership32:51Developing Strategic Leadership CompetenciesStrategic Communication Mastery: Essential Skills for Effective LeadershipPart 1: Influencing and Persuasion Strategies in Decision-Making24:31Part 2: Influencing and Persuasion Strategies in Decision-Making26:45Boardroom Leadership: The Board of Directors as a Source of Strategic LeadershipInfluencing and Persuasion Strategies in Decision-Making
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High Performance and Organisational GoalsPart 1: Lead, Motivate and Manage High Performance Teams25:14Part 2: Lead, Motivate and Manage High Performance Teams43:35Part 3: Lead, Motivate and Manage High Performance Teams30:05Part 1: Motivating and Influencing as a Strategic Leader27:35Part 2: Motivating and Influencing as a Strategic Leader35:46Strategic Leadership Effectiveness and Its Influence on Organizational EffectivenessMotivating and Influencing as a Strategic LeaderMotivating and Influencing as a Strategic LeaderPart 1: Goal setting, Performance Management and Metrics29:45Part 2: Goal setting, Performance Management and Metrics38:24Research and Implementation of Digital TransformationStrategic Leadership in Organisational Change33:05
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Sustainable and Legal LeadershipPart 1: Sustainable Leadership in Practice40:16Part 2: Sustainable Leadership in Practice36:03Part 3: Sustainable Leadership in Practice39:01Sustainability Leadership an Integrative Review and ConceptualsynthesisSustainable Leadership in PracticePart 1: Legal Considerations in Leadership and Strategy41:59Part 2: Legal Considerations in Leadership and Strategy41:41More Self-Organization More Control or Even Both
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Leadership Ethics and Decision-MakingPart 1: Taking Ethical Decisions in Complex Business Situations35:41Part 2: Taking Ethical Decisions in Complex Business Situations33:53Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Effective LeadershipTaking Ethical Decisions in Complex Business Situations
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Digital Tools for Successful LeadershipPart 1: How to Create Leaders and Develop Them in a Digital Age29:06Part 2: How to Create Leaders and Develop Them in a Digital Age35:17Part 3: How to Create Leaders and Develop Them in a Digital Age39:04How to Create Leaders and Develop them in a Digital AgePart 1: How to Create Leaders and Develop Them in a Digital Age37:37Part 2: How to Create Leaders and Develop Them in a Digital Age40:56How to Create Leaders and Develop them in a Digital AgePart 1: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools43:43Part 2: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools30:31Part 3: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools52:52Part 1: Cloud-Based Storage Systems47:16Part 2: Cloud-Based Storage Systems48:17Part 3: Cloud-Based Storage Systems41:25Part 1: Project Management Software Such as Trello43:08Part 2: Project Management Software Such as Trello41:31Part 3: Project Management Software Such as Trello38:28
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Guest InterviewsPart 1: Foundations of Strategic Leadership and Its Challenges26:37Part 2: Ethical and Psychological Dimensions32:06Part 1: Defining and Understanding Strategic Leadership29:50Part 2: Leadership Competencies with Emotional Intelligence and Ethical Challenges29:35Strategic Leadership with Joe Taliana34:04
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Award in Executive Presence and Impression Management (6 ECTS)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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CourseworkIntroductory Podcast06:49Assignment Podcast03:24
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Foundations of Public SpeakingOvercoming the Fear of Public Speaking40:43Part 1: Coming to Terms with Criticism in Public Speaking and Building Confidence26:25Part 2: Coming to Terms with Criticism in Public Speaking and Building Confidence29:59
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Crafting and Delivering Effective PresentationsPart 1: Creating and Delivering a Business Pitch34:51Part 2: Creating and Delivering a Business Pitch36:43Part 3: Creating and Delivering a Business Pitch34:38Part 1: The Elevator Pitch31:39Part 2: The Elevator Pitch37:09Microsoft Powerpoint17:26Canva11:08
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Advanced Communication StrategiesPart 1: Influencing and Persuasion Strategies in Decision-Making24:31Part 2: Influencing and Persuasion Strategies in Decision-Making26:45
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Engaging with AudiencesPart 1: Handling Audience Responses32:54Part 2: Handling Audience Responses35:27Part 1: Online Speaking for Webinars40:23Part 2: Online Speaking for Webinars50:47
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Leadership and Emotional IntelligencePart 1: Public Speaking in Business Setting28:04Part 2: Public Speaking in Business Setting33:13
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Feedback and Continuous ImprovementPart 1: Giving and Receiving Feedback about Presentations to and from Colleagues37:40Part 1: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools43:41Part 2: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools30:29Part 3: Leveraging Data Analysis Tools52:51
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Tools and Technology for Effective Communication
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Professional DevelopmentPart 1: What is Professional Self-Awareness01:36:07Part 1: Develop a Professional Dossier36:59Part 2: Develop a Professional Dossier32:41Part 3: Develop a Professional Dossier30:19Part 1: Networking Strategies for Career Advancement41:23Part 2: Networking Strategies for Career Advancement41:00
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Award in Recruitment and Employee Selection (6 ECTS) (150 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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Coursework
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Personnel Selection, Design and Validation ProcessPersonnel Selection, Design and Validation Process04:30
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Methods and Tools for Employee Selection and RecruitmentShort Podcast04:22Part 1- Introduction to Employee Selection and Recruitment04:04Part 2- Techniques and Best Practices for Success in Interviews08:37Part 3- Conducting Effective Interviews07:23Part 4- Assessment Centers and Other Selection Methods09:36Part 1- Psychometric Testing in Recruitment and Selection Processes04:01Part 2- Role of Psychometric Tests in Enhancing Recruitment and Selection Processes07:34Part 3- Core Psychological Constructs Targeted by Psychometric Tests08:30Part 4- Crucial Role of Reliability and Validity in Psychometric Tests08:58Part 5- Exploring Biases in Psychometric Testing05:05Part 6- Aptitude vs. Personality Tests04:48Part 7- Aligning Psychometric Tests with Job Requirements and Culture04:38Part 8- Impact of Technology on Psychometric Tests in Recruitment08:251. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report2. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report3. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report4. 15 FQ Plus Extended ReportGRT1 Results SpreadsheetGRT1 Feedback Report
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Job AnalysisShort Podcast05:32Part 1- The Foundation of Recruitment and Selection Process06:00Part 2- Practical Methods and Steps for Conducting Job Analysis08:47Journal Article
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Talent Management and Sourcing CandidatesShort Podcast05:49Part 1- Strategies for Developing and Retaining Talent03:23Part 2- The Talent Management Process or Steps for Organizational Success03:41Part 3- Internal and External Recruitment Methods10:49Quiz 1Podcast: Recruitment in Businesses47:27Part 1- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations37:25Part 2- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations34:59Part 3- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations48:34Part 4- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations50:58Journal Article 1Journal Article 2
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Employer Branding and Body LanguageShort Podcast04:10Part 1- Part Crafting a Strong Employer Brand to Attract Top Talent06:46Part 2- The Impact of Body Language in Recruitment and Selection04:23Part 1- The Power of Employer Branding in Recruitment10:50Part 2- Strategies for Marketing-Powered Recruitment Excellence08:52Part 3- The Evolution and Impact of Digital Marketing Tools on Recruitment Strategies12:27Part 4- Key KPIs, Trends, and Tips for HR and Marketing Collaboration08:56
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Legal and Ethical ConsiderationsShort Podcast04:37Part 1- Introduction to Legal and Ethical Considerations09:28Part 2- Compliance with Hiring Laws and GDPR in Recruitment Processes09:19Part 3- Employment Contracts and Psychological Considerations in Recruitment05:58Quiz 2Part 1- Legal Compliance and Anti-Discrimination in the Recruitment Process22:37Part 2- Steps to Prioritize Fairness and Equal Opportunity in the Recruitment Process14:48Part 3- Understanding Legal Considerations in Background Checks and Employment Contracts25:09Part 4- Understanding Confidentiality Clauses and Onboarding Obligations in Employee Recruitment19:581. Empleo Articles2. Empleo ArticlesJournal Article
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Mastering Job-offer Negotiation and Creating Evidence Based Guidelines for Organisational Compensation and BenefitsShort Podcast03:54Part 1- Foundations of Compensation and Theoretical Frameworks03:29Part 2- Designing Effective Compensation Structures and Strategies04:01Part 3- Continuous Improvement in Compensation Management09:51Part 1- Overview of Effective Job Offer Negotiation04:13Part 2- Negotiation Strategies and Communication09:51Part 3- Legal Considerations and Continued Learning02:28Part 1- Expert Insights and Key Theories for Recruitment and Selection09:54Part 2- Data Metrics and Ethical Decision-Making for Strategic Recruitment26:45Part 3- The Role of Technology in Recruitment and Selection12:16Part 4 Human-centric Approach and Balanced Use of Technology in Recruitment and Selection09:36Part 5- Technology Breaking Barriers in Inclusive Recruitment and Selection10:04Part 6- Crucial Skills for HR to Master in Data-Driven Recruitment12:43Journal Article
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Technology and Data in Recruitment PracticesShort Podcast03:44Part 1- Introduction to Recruitment Technology03:16Part 2- Utilizing Technology in Recruitment Processes06:55Part 3- Streamlining Recruitment with Applicant Tracking Systems and Metrics06:13Part 4- Data and Metrics in Recruitment and Selection05:54Quiz 3Quiz 4Podcast: Recruitment in Practice01:28:14Journal Article
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Onboarding and Retention StrategiesShort Podcast04:38Part 1- Onboarding and Retention Strategies Overview09:17Part 2- Case Study Analysis and Implementing Approach06:13Podcast: A Business Owner’s View of Recruitment50:03Journal ArticleDigital Component - HRIS25:59Collaboration and Communication Tools44:46
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ConclusionShort Podcast07:25
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Resources
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Award in Employee and Labour Relations (4 ECTS) (100 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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CourseworkIntroductory Podcast05:02Assessment Podcast02:51
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Foundations of Employee and Labour RelationsPart 1: Employment Relations in the Digital Economy41:57Part 2: Employment Relations in the Digital Economy41:49Employment Relations in the Digital EconomyEmployee Engagement and Feedback Tools17:21Part 1: Industrial Employment Relations39:42Part 2: Industrial Employment Relations45:04Part 3: Industrial Employment Relations40:17Industrial Employment Relations
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Learn from Experts on Employee and Labour RelationsPart 1: Navigating Employee and Labour Relations Involves Grasping Key Insights & Addressing Challenges19:09Part 2: Key Approaches and Future Trends on Strategic and Ethical Employee Relations29:15Part 1: Understanding the Role, Benefits, and Processes of Trade Unions in Malta27:19Part 2: Insights into Organizational Stakeholders and Employment Dynamics in Malta25:49Part 1: Employee and Labour Relations31:12Part 2: Employee and Labour Relations28:50
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Streamlining Employee Relations ProcessesPart 1: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct53:34Part 2: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct46:19Part 3: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct51:48Labour Law & The Code of ConductPerformance Management Systems23:31E-Signature & Electronic Document Management Systems16:00Compensation, Grievances and Disciplinary Action
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Enhancing Employee and Labour RelationsPart 1: Performance Evaluation50:27Part 2: Performance Evaluation52:03Part 3: Performance Evaluation
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