Leadership and management education: An analysis of the executive education experiences of an Australian group of managers

摘要: A significant issue appearing in the business education literature past decade and most recently media reporting on spectacular failures of leadership management financial sector, has been question whether can fact be taught. Doh (2003) presented an overview key arguments with regard to development inclusive nature versus nurture argument leadership. The debate though come focus upon three major issues. Firstly, at a broad level there is challenge effectively develop practice. Specifically arises as what approaches training practice? second within concerns role institutions aspiring leaders managers. Finally, third which theory practice divide need for pace scope In addressing first last these issues considerable effort research identify models teachable practices that engender effective leader manager (Heifetz, 1995; Tichy & Cohen, 1997b; Doh, 2003; Ready Conger, 2004). This paper reviews teaching learning development. then considers results post program interviews from group Australian mid managers 18 months after completion program. Themes constructs are considered against critical raised literature. Conclusions developed highlight insights gained regarding terms context, content process