University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 and Semester 2 | Credits: 5

The module is explores the concept of environmental leadership in the face of global change. It encompasses a wide range of theory and practice, including ethical leadership and environmental issues, and links international examples to local context and relevance. The module will challenge students to critically reflect on leadership and current approaches to environmental leadership and promotion of sustainability. Students will be introduced to theoretical concepts and methods of leadership, and will conduct group and individual assignments that utilise these concepts and methods.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Define and explain key aspects of ethical leadership and environmental ethics
  2. Evaluate approaches employed to lead on environmental issues and the impacts they have
  3. Apply and appraise leadership techniques that are used to help to reduce environmental pressures and promote sustainability
  4. Critically assess existing evidence in relation to how environmental leadership can best be utilised, in particular in the face of global change and uncertainty
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Leadership for environmental sustainability" by B. Redekop, ed
    Publisher: Routledge
  2. "Environmental Leadership" by Deborah Rigling Gallagher
    Publisher: Sage
  3. "Doing Environmental Ethics" by Traer, R.
The above information outlines module EV6102: "Environmental Leadership" and is valid from 2023 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.