Leading Organisational Culture in Education - Module EN6611 Programme content

During this module, you will

• Develop strategies to evaluate and enhance organisational culture in a post-primary school setting.
• Explore the relationship between culture, staff collaboration, student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Strengthen your leadership through reflective practice, ethical decision-making and inclusive cultural awareness.
• Gain practical tools to manage change, foster trust and lead school-wide cultural development.

Key information

This micro-credential will be delivered online over six weeks.

You will be assessed using a reflective assignment provided by your lecturer with no final exam.

Part-time considerations

• Designed for working professionals
• Evening or recorded lectures. Note: There will be one in person day.
• Additional prep and group work time
• Timetable provided after registration

Module content

• Understand and assess school culture by reviewing what’s working, what’s not, and what could be improved.
• Use data to see how culture affects staff and students, especially when it comes to learning, well-being, and engagement.
• Develop effective strategies to build a positive and inclusive environment by creating plans to grow a culture where everyone feels safe, valued, and motivated to work together.
• Build an environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity and foster a sense of belonging among staff and students.
• Lead with purpose and integrity by shaping school culture through building trust, fairness, and strong values. Be a role model by leading ethically, resolving conflicts, and making decisions that are fair and responsible while aligning the culture with the school’s goals and values.
• Grow as a leader through regular self-reflection and by critically examining your own leadership practices, including your strengths, blind spots, and biases. Develop a mindful approach to leadership, staying self-aware and leading in a way that supports a healthy culture.
• Be a change-maker by playing an active role in building a better school culture—your actions help create a place where everyone can grow and succeed.