This is an individual written assignment comprised of a 1000 word report that demonstrates an understanding of the impact of different leadership styles through a comparative analysis of two prominent leaders.
You will need to undertake research, using academic journals and articles in the public domain, on Larry Page (Google) and Indra Nooyi (PepsiCo). Both feature prominently as successful leaders and much has been written about their routes to success and how they work with their teams.
You are expected to read widely, evaluate your sources and come to your own supporting conclusion that discusses the leadership comparisons and differences between these two entrepreneurs (using a variety of leadership theories) and how their styles may have impacted upon innovation within their own businesses.
Report:-
Cover sheet(showing your student ID and the name of your class tutor)
Contents Page
Extended Introduction (approx. 650 words)
Your introduction should briefly define leadership and provide a brief overview of leadership theory which should be highly referenced.
Analysis (use sub-sections for each of the main areas)
You need to give a brief outline of both entrepreneurs and critique their leadership styles i.e. trait/behaviour.
Ensure you identify different arguments so that you are not focusing on one-sided or biased interpretations of their leadership style. Undertake a critique of your data sources.
Explain how theory has helped understand the leadership style.
You need to compare their leadership styles and evaluate the impact that their leadership has had on the development of their business.
Conclusion (approx. 350 words)
For your conclusion you need to draw down from your analysis and identify the pros and cons of leadership styles on the innovation of business.
References (not included in word count)
You must use the Harvard referencing System