Tutor Name: Steve Watts

Course/Programme: BA Music Business

Module: Leadership and Ethics for the Music Business
Awarding Body: University of Hull

Week/ Content Learning objectives Teaching & Materials, Assessment

Session learning strategies Resources &
Learning
technology

Module Introduction: To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Internet Q&A

1 Experiential learning Digital projector Tutor
(NB. Introduction to module content and key Module content and 20 Group discussion Space Observation
concepts) week Scheme Scheme of Work Discussion
Overview
Assignment and
Leadership - Broad Definitions Assessment overview
Definitions of
Ethics Broad Definitions Leadership and
comparisons to
Broad Western Philosophical Ideology of Management
Business Ethics: Broad definitions of
Ethics/Integrity and
http://www.scu.edu/ethics/practicing/focusarea Morality
s/business/conference/presentations/business- Definitions of Ethics
ethics-history.html pertinent to the Music
Industry

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 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethics

2 A Potted History of the Modern Music Industry: To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Power Point Q&A
Experiential learning Internet Tutor
Awareness of historical Group discussion Digital projector Observation
(In module context) context of leadership Tutorial Space Discussion
within the Music
Industry
Awareness of ethical
consideration within an
historical context of the
Music Industry

3 Leadership Function and Characteristics 1 To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Power Point
Experiential learning Internet Q&A
(Differentiation; traits; styles; theory) Differentiating Group discussion Digital projector Tutor
Leadership from Observation
Management Discussion
Leadership traits
Leadership styles
Leadership Theory
Intrapreneurs and
Entrepreneurs
Leadership
frames/Managerial
style characteristics

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 Leadership Function and Characteristics 2 To develop an understanding of: Interactive Instruction Whiteboard Q&A
4 Reflective Learning Internet Tutor
( Definitive Models) Pluralistic Leadership Experiential learning Digital projector Observation
Five Dimensions of Discussion
Leadership
Transactional
Leadership
Transformational
Leadership
Six Leadership Styles:
1 Pacesetting
2 Authoritative
3 Affiliative
4 Coaching
5 Coercive
6 Democratic

Reading week

5 Defining Ethics and Morality within Business To develop an understanding of: Interactive Instruction Digital Projector Q&A
Sectors 1 Reflective Learning Space Tutor
Defining Ethics Experiential learning Observation
Case Study 1: (YOURSELF!) Leadership Qualities Problematic Definitions Group discussion Discussion
and Moral DNA - (voluntary) Moral Leadership
Codes of Conduct
http://www.psychometrictest.org.uk/leadership-test/
Accountability
Online Psychometric Test: (Lecturer/Student tests Defining individual
voluntary) Sociopathic Qualities
as Defined by Online
http://moraldna.org/ Psychometric Testing
(Reality as defined by
Good examples of Ethical Business Leadership: what?)
Controversial links
https://www.quora.com/What-are-some-good- between psychopathic
examples-of-ethical-business-leaders behaviour traits and
Leadership

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 Validity and Critique of Psychometric Testing:

https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-
blog/the-psychometric-testing-myth-harry-freedman

https://www.psychometrictest.org.uk/validity/

https://www.totaljobs.com/insidejob/are-

psychometric-tests-effective/

Psychopathy and Leadership

http://www.forbes.com/sites/victorlipman/2013/04/25/
the-disturbing-link-between-psychopathy-and-
leadership/#208208112740

6 Defining Ethics and Morality within Creative Arts 1 To develop an understanding of:
Q&A
Ethics within Interactive Instruction Documentary Tutor
Case Study 2: YEAR 0 - Never Mind The Bollocks! Organisational Reflective Learning Presentation Observation
Structures Group discussion and Digital Projector Discussion
- Malcolm McLaren and The Sex Pistols Defining Morality feedback
Artistic Integrity Vs
Moral Conduct
Business integrity Vs
Moral Conduct
Media definitions and
Exploitation
Re-definitions of reality
Social Integration and
Acceptance

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 7 The Assignment : To develop and understanding Experiential learning Digital Projector
of: Reflective Learning Space
Defining your Leadership Model - Workshop 1 Learning outcomes Peer interaction Assignment Brief
Goals and objectives Group discussion Writing Materials
Strategic Planning
Brainstorming Ideas Q&A
Developing a Career Tutor
Plan and Roadmap Observation
based on Ethical Discussion
considerations Summative
Practical Assessment
considerations within a
Modern Music
Business framework

(Creative Projects Week)

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 8 Defining Ethics and Morality within Business To develop an understanding of: Experiential learning Digital projector
Sectors 2 Reflective Learning White board
Ethical Considerations: Peer interaction Writing Materials
History of Business Ethics Group discussion
Social
Good examples of Ethical Business Leadership: Economical
Fair Trade
- Ten most Ethical CEOs of 2015
Globalisation
http://www.onlinemba.com/blog/10-most-ethical-ceos-in- Sustainability
corporate-america/ Gender Based
Ethnicity Based
Ethnicity Based
- Fair Trade/Globalisation and Sustainability Religious Ideology
Ethical Technology
http://www.onlinemba.com/blog/10-most-ethical-ceos-in- Responsibility to Share
corporate-america/
Holders

..
Q&A
(MOVE BELOW TO A SEPARATE WEEK) Summative
Assessment
2: Piracy and Copyright Theft

http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2015- - Copyright Infringement

- Pirate Bay/Piracy
07/20/digital-copyright-theft - Downloading
- Sampling Law
3: Pirate Bay/Proxies/Download Servers - Sampling Clearance
- Fair Use
https://proxybay.la/

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 9 Defining Ethics and Morality within Creative Arts 2 To develop an understanding of: Experiential learning Whiteboard Q&A
Reflective Learning Internet Tutor
- Political Correctness Peer interaction Digital projector Observation
Case Study 3:Boundaries?! What Boundaries! - Sexism and Misogamy Group discussion Discussion
- A Step too far?
- Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention Pushing the
boundaries of social
acceptance
- Boundaries of Moral
Law
- Boundaries of Social
.. Law
- The PMRC
- Art and Censorship
- Ethical Obligations of
Record companies to
(MOVE BELOW TO A SEPARATE WEEK) Artists
- Ethical Obligations Of
- The Problem with Rap Artists to Record
- Heavy Metal/Death Metal and Beyond the Void Companies

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 10 Experiential learning Whiteboard Q&A
Reflective Learning Internet Tutor
Peer interaction Digital projector Observation
Group discussion Discussion

Christmas

Assessment Weeks (x2)

11 Ethics A deeper understanding 1 To develop an understanding of: Summative Whiteboard Tutor

assessment Internet Observation
Eastern Philosophical Ideology of Ethics and its Eastern Ethical Experiential learning Digital projector
application in Western Business Practices: Philosophy Reflective Learning
Reflective Practices
Ethics in Religion: and Implications
Mindfulness
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethics_in_religion
Political; Educational
and Sociological
Representation
(MERGE WEEKS 11 and 12)

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 12 Ethics A deeper understanding 2 To develop an understanding of: Summative Whiteboard Tutor
assessment Internet Observation
Western Philosophical Ideology of Ethics and the Eastern Ethical Experiential learning Digital projector
Paradox of Exploitation Philosophy and its Reflective Learning
application to Western
business practices
Ethics based on
Political/Economic
Autocratic Systems
Artists as Product
Exploitation

13 Contractual Obligations; Rip-offs; and Ethical and To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Projector Q&A
Moral Considerations Group Discussion Internet Tutor
Music Business Group debate Whiteboard Observation
- The BPI Vs Pirate Bay (arguments for and against) Contractual Rip-offs Tutor Observation Space Discussion
Chicken or the Egg?
https://wiki.openrightsgroup.org/wiki/The_Pirate_Ba (Artist Obligation/
y Business Obligation)
New Business Models
- PRS Vs SoundCloud (arguments for and against) in an age of
Independent Creative
http://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/prs-vs- Freedom
soundcloud-5-key-things-to-consider/
Constrictions based on
current ethical
considerations
http://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/soundclou
d-vs-prs-hots-up-lawsuit-branded-regrettable-by- Sampling
service/ Illegal Downloading
The notion of Art for
Free

Cognitive Psychology Methods and Tools for To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Internet Q&A
14 Creative Ethical Leadership (Workshop) Group Discussion Projector Tutor
Group dynamics Observation
Practical Tools for Discussion
Dynamic Leadership
Managing Critical
Feedback and Stress
Conflict resolution

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 Reading Week (1 week)

15 Defining your Leadership Model: Workshop 2: To develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Reading Pack
Experiential learning Internet
Student Demonstration of Ethical Business Axioms (moral Group discussion Projector Q&A
Leadership Skills reasoning) Tutor
Effective Observation
Communication Discussion
Negotiation
Handling Conflict
Diversity and equality
issues
Adapting to changing
ethical awareness
Self-Reflection
Human Resource
Considerations

Q&A
16 Defining your Leadership Model: Workshop 3: To Develop an understanding of: Reflective Learning Projector Tutor
Group Discussion Internet Observation
Student Demonstration of Ethical Business Praxis: (purposeful Website Discussion
Leadership Development and Planning goal directed activity) Presentation
- Identifying Goals
- Strategy; Tactics and
Drift
- Maintaining Moral
- Expansion and future
planning
- Financial development
and considerations
- Anticipating trends
and ethical marketing
- Maintaining Customer
Focus
- The 5 Year Plan

Creative Projects (1 week)

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 17 A look at UK Governing Bodies; the Law and roles To Develop an understanding of: Group Discussion and Projector
within the current Media/Music Industry debate Internet
The Musicians Union Experiential learning Whiteboard
PRS/MCPS/PPI Reflective Learning Space
The BPI Peer interaction Observation
Group discussion
Media Regulation in the Discussion
UK Q&A
Child Performance Tutor
Regulations Observation
Age Ratings for Music
Videos and CDs

Live Music Issues To Develop an understanding of: Experiential learning Documentary

18 Reflective Learning Presentation
Current UK Live Music Peer interaction Digital Projector
Law Group discussion White board
Music Venues Small
and Large
Clubs and Licensing
Festivals Q&A
Tutor
Touring/Managing
Observation
Revenue Generation Discussion
through Live
performance
Ethical Considerations
Noise Law and Health
and Safety Issues
The Future of Live
Performance

Easter Holiday

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 19 Welcome To The Machine A Live Debate To Develop an understanding of: Experiential learning Documentary Q&A
Reflective Learning Presentation Tutor
Ethical Reasoning Peer interaction Digital Projector Observation
Consideration and Group discussion Discussion
respect of differing Open Debate
opinions/Differentiation
Practical Issues within
Educational
Establishments
An overall
understanding of the
ethical issues facing
modern business
leaders in the current
market place

20 Module Group Feedback; Evaluation and Re-Cap of To Develop an understanding of: Peer interaction Internet
Assignment Brief Group discussion Digital projector Q&A
Reflection and analysis Reflective Learning Assignment Brief Tutor
Critical analysis of Small group Analysis Observation
Student Groups Discussion

Assessment Weeks (x3)

Assignment Deadline (4th May)

Assignment Task:

4000 essay examining personal leadership philosophy

and approach linked to key aspects and issues within
the music business

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