Case study

Project
One of the best ways to study leadership is through case studies of individuals. You will choose one leader and write a 4-5 page review and analysis of the individual’s accomplishments, leadership style and philosophy, leadership impact and career influences. This is not a book report, but a critical evaluation and synthesis of their accomplishments and struggles. You may choose an historical figure or a contemporary leader. You may gather this information from published works or from first-person interviews. In the paper, you must indicate how you gathered this information. Good case studies tell a story as well as analyzing and documenting. Think about how the individual probably experienced his/her own leadership as well as how those around the individual portrayed him/her. Was there drama in this story? Why did you find this person compelling enough to study? The assignment is expected to be a culminating work that demonstrates rigor and exceptional thinking. This assignment will allow you to explore the life of a leader who has demonstrated leadership strengths and skills.
Your 4 to 5 page paper should include the following:
• A brief history of this person’s life and the reason for choosing him/her.
• What the leader has accomplished in his/her lifetime
• What is his/her leadership style and philosophy
• What has been the impact of this person’s leadership
• What are the specific strengths and skills you see in this leader
• What have you learned from this leader’s life and how will what you have learned impact your own leadership
Guidelines
1. The assignment should be typed, single-sided, margins 1” for top and bottom, and 1.25” for sides. Number the pages. Staple or clip; do not use a plastic cover.
2. You should include a bibliography using the Harvard referencing system.
3. The minimum page count requirement for this assignment is four pages; this does not include the cover page or the references page.
4. Please remember: Grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure and word usage always count!
Marking Criteria
Pass:
• The assignment covers the main areas as specified but lacks detail and thoroughness.
• Presentation of material acceptable but may display weakness in the way in which it is communicated.
• Assignment deadline has been met.

Merit:
• As for a pass but with more detailed and analytical responses.
• Demonstration of a detailed analysis of information requirements displaying the ability to practically apply the information collected.
• Content is presented in a logical and accurate manner.

Distinction:
• As for a pass but showing an in-depth understanding of how information is managed and how it is applied to meet a set objective.
• Evidence demonstrated of the ability to synthesize and evaluate the most appropriate informations.
• All tasks have been completed to a very high standard, and the content of the assignment as been selected with consistent success and showing a high degree of analytical ability.
• The presentation and style of the assignment is of a high standard.