A competency model is a framework for defining the skill and knowledge requirements of a job. It is a collection of competencies that is needed by a person to have successful job performance in a particular leadership position. The two assigned articles titled; A leadership competency model: Guiding the NAON process and Leadership Competencies from the SHRM website, attempts to define and give examples of a leadership competency model.
As per Hughes, Ginnett, and Curphy (2012), “Competency models describe the behaviors and skills managers need to exhibit if an organization is to be successful” (p. 252). To understand leadership, one must first know what skills and characteristics are necessary. Once the leadership characteristics are identified, formulating a plan and then executing it, leads to an understanding of leadership competency in any …show more content…
The majority of these traits and characteristics overlap in purpose but cannot exist on their own. Whatever the model of leadership competency is selected by an organization, honesty and a strong ethics are the foundation of an effective leader. Used effectively, these models become a conduit to quality leadership effectiveness. References
Ashley, S. (2009). Developing Leadership Skills in Four Key Areas. Retrieved from http://www.managerleadershipcoaching.com/2009/10/developing-leadership-skills-in-four-key-areas/
Hughes, R.L., Ginnett, R.C., &Curphy. G.J. (2012). Leadership: Enhancing the lessons of experience (7thed.). New York: McGraw Hill Irwin.
Naquin, S. S., & Holton III, E. F. (2006). Leadership and Managerial Competency Models: A Simplified Process and Resulting Model. Advances in Developing Human Resources, 8(2), 144-165. doi:10.1177/1523422305286152
Wilson Burns, E., Smith, L., & Ulrich, D. (2012). Competency Models with Impact: Research Findings from the Top Companies for Leaders. People & Strategy, 35(3),
As per Hughes, Ginnett, and Curphy (2012), “Competency models describe the behaviors and skills managers need to exhibit if an organization is to be successful” (p. 252). To understand leadership, one must first know what skills and characteristics are necessary. Once the leadership characteristics are identified, formulating a plan and then executing it, leads to an understanding of leadership competency in any …show more content…
The majority of these traits and characteristics overlap in purpose but cannot exist on their own. Whatever the model of leadership competency is selected by an organization, honesty and a strong ethics are the foundation of an effective leader. Used effectively, these models become a conduit to quality leadership effectiveness. References
Ashley, S. (2009). Developing Leadership Skills in Four Key Areas. Retrieved from http://www.managerleadershipcoaching.com/2009/10/developing-leadership-skills-in-four-key-areas/
Hughes, R.L., Ginnett, R.C., &Curphy. G.J. (2012). Leadership: Enhancing the lessons of experience (7thed.). New York: McGraw Hill Irwin.
Naquin, S. S., & Holton III, E. F. (2006). Leadership and Managerial Competency Models: A Simplified Process and Resulting Model. Advances in Developing Human Resources, 8(2), 144-165. doi:10.1177/1523422305286152
Wilson Burns, E., Smith, L., & Ulrich, D. (2012). Competency Models with Impact: Research Findings from the Top Companies for Leaders. People & Strategy, 35(3),