TRENDS IN EDUCATION AND SCHOOL
MANAGEMENT IN GHANA(EDCR 242)
ACCOUNTING GROUP 14
LEADERSHIP STYLE AND THEORY
PRESENTATION OUTLINE
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INTRODUCTION
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CHARACTERISTICS OF AUTHORITARIAN LEADERSHIP
STYLE
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MERITS AND DEMERITS OF AUTHORITARIAN LEADERSHIP
STYLE
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APPROPRIATE LEADERSHIP THEORY
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APPLICATION OF THE LEADERSHIP THEORY AND STYLE (
AUTHORITARIAN AND TRAITS) GHANA ARMED FORCES
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CONCLUSION
Introduction
• Leadership theories are the frameworks that attempts to
explain and understand the qualities, behaviors and
characteristics of an effective leaders. They provide
insights into how leaders emerge, develop and influence
individuals and groups to achieved common goals.
• In our case, we would like to talk about the Authoritarian
leadership style. Authoritarian leadership style involve
high level of control over subordinates ( Chiang et al .
2020)
Introduction
• This leadership style is characterized by a
leader who exert complete control and
authority over their subordinates, with little or
no input or participation from them. The
leader makes decisions without consulting
others, set strict rules and guidelines and
expects unquestioning obedience from their
subordinates.
CHARACTERISTICS OF AUTHORITARIAN
LEADERSHIP STYLE
• Leaders make decisions with little or no
participation or creative input from their team
members.
• Group members are always directly supervised
by the leader.
• Leaders independently presides over policies
and process
MERITS AND DEMERITS OF
AUTHORITARIAN LEADERSHIP STYLE
MERITS:
• Ensures faster decision making.
• Enhances workplace communication.
• Improves productivity.
DEMERITS
• Create lack of trust.
• Discourage culture of feedback.
• Create a high- pressure working environment.
APPROPRIATE LEADERSHIP THEORY
• An appropriate leadership theory that aligns with the
authoritarian style is the trait theory of leadership.
• The traits theory assumes that people are either born or
made with certain qualities that will make them excel in the
leadership roles.
• Some of the traits associated with an authoritarian
leadership style include creativity, intelligence, confidence,
decisiveness and strong desire for control. These traits
allow the leader to take charge, make quick decision and
enforce within the organization.
APPLICATION OF THE LEADERSHIP THEORY AND STYLE ( AUTHORITARIAN
AND TRAITS) GHANA ARMED FORCES
In the military, the application of the
authoritarian leadership style and theory is
quite prevalent due to the unique demands of
military operations. The hierarchical structure,
chain of command, and need for disciplined
and coordinated action often necessitate an
authoritarian approach. style may be applied in
the military context:
APPLICATION OF THE LEADERSHIP THEORY AND STYLE
( AUTHORITARIAN AND TRAITS) GHANA ARMED FORCES CONT’D
• Clear Chain of Command
• Centralized Decision-Making
• Directives and Orders
• Disciplinary Focus
• Training and Readiness
• Accountability and Evaluation
CONCLUSION
• It's Important to note that the authoritarian leadership style in
the military is not solely based on the leader’s desire for power
and control
• It is rooted in the need for operational effectiveness, unity of
command, and the ability to respond swiftly and decisively in
high-pressure situations
• military leadership also recognizes the importance of building
trust, fostering camaraderie, and providing support to soldiers.
• Leaders must balance their authority with empathy and care
for the well-being of their troops.
GROUP 14 MEMBERS
NAME
INDEX NUMBERS
AHWIRENG AYUBA
202103574
AMIDU HAWUSATU
202101529
KUGBE ATSU PRINCE
202134969
AMAKYE JUSTICE
202150116
ERIC OWUSU - ANSAH
202108576
SPENCER FRIMPONG KWESI
202101054
AGYEI BOATENG ALFRED
202107637
DESMOND AIDOO
202106548
OFOSU OMARI EMMANUEL
202116123
ADU-AFFUL BRIGHT KWABENA
202106284
ARTHUR JOHN EVANS
202138041
OPOKU MENSAH KOFI
202137374