Critical Analysis and Application of Leadership and Management

This critical analysis followed an integrated approach, it starts with a contextual discussion of the broader development of Trait, Behavioural and Transformational leadership theories. Followed with a critical evaluation of the selected theories, next a discussion of the application of the critique theory and then the fit (or lack of fit) of theory with practice. The study also carried out a contextual discussion of the broader development Classical, Human Resources and Strategic Management theories. This was followed with a critical analysis of the selected theories and their application considering organization policies, procedures and culture. Next an evaluation of the fit (or lack of fit) between the selected management theories and practice was carried out. The author concludes by highlighting the silent points on the theory, practice and fit between theory and practice.