Final Exam Preparation Hub

Open the chapter you need (e.g. Chapter 6 – Path–Goal). At the top, read the short explanation and bullet points. Don’t try to memorize every sentence – focus on:

• What is the definition of this theory?
• What are the main components (e.g. S1–S4, Four I’s, etc.)?
• What is the logic behind “when it works / when it fails”?

Scroll to the open-answer quiz on each chapter page. Try to answer in your own words before clicking “Show sample answer”. Use it to:

• Practice explaining the theory like in a written exam.
• Steal structure: introduction → key points → short conclusion.
• Check if you can connect theory to examples.

At the bottom of each chapter you’ll find a multiple choice quiz. Click the options and get instant feedback:

• Green – you nailed it.
• Red – revisit that part of the theory.
• Repeat 1–2 times until you can get them all correct.

When you’re comfortable with all chapters, finish with the Final Mixed Quiz.

Chapter 2 – Trait Approach

Who leaders are: intelligence, self-confidence, integrity and other stable characteristics. Useful for selection and understanding strengths.

Best for: quick recap of classic “great man” idea and its limitations.

Chapter 3 – Skills Approach

What leaders can do: technical, human and conceptual skills, plus Mumford’s model (attributes → competencies → outcomes).

Best for: exam questions about “leaders can be developed”.

Chapter 4 – Behavioral Approach

What leaders do in practice: task vs. relationship behaviors, Ohio State, Michigan studies, and Blake & Mouton’s Leadership Grid.

Best for: “concern for people / concern for production” type questions.

Chapter 5 – Situational & Change Management

Hersey & Blanchard’s S1–S4 styles matched to D1–D4 follower levels + core change management definitions and models (Lewin, typology, etc.).

Chapter 6 – Path–Goal Theory

Leaders clear the “path” to goals: directive, supportive, participative and achievement-oriented styles combined with follower and task factors.

Chapter 7 – LMX Theory

Focus on each leader–member relationship (in-groups / out-groups), fairness, and how high-quality exchanges impact performance.

Chapter 8 – Transformational Leadership

The Four I’s (idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, individualized consideration) and difference from transactional leadership.

Chapter 11 – Adaptive Leadership & Multiple Intelligences

Technical vs. adaptive challenges, “getting on the balcony”, regulating distress, and Gardner’s multiple intelligences applied to leadership.

• Open the chapter and read only the definition box and bullet points.
• Answer the multiple choice at the bottom once.
• Perfect for: on the bus, between classes, low energy days.

• Read the definition + bullet points slowly.
• Write short answers to 2–3 open questions.
• Do multiple choice until you get all questions correct.
• Perfect for: main exam prep sessions.

• Do everything from Standard revision.
• Add an example for each concept (your own or from class).
• Compare similar theories (e.g. situational vs. path–goal vs. LMX).
• Perfect for: when you want to feel 100% confident.

• ✅ I can explain the difference between trait, skills, and behavioral approaches.
• ✅ I know how situational leadership matches S1–S4 with D1–D4.
• ✅ I remember the four styles of Path–Goal and when to use them.
• ✅ I can describe LMX and the issue of in-groups / out-groups.
• ✅ I can list the Four I’s of transformational leadership.
• ✅ I understand technical vs. adaptive challenges and “getting on the balcony”.
• ✅ I have completed the Final Mixed Quiz at least once.

Foundations:

Trait · Skills · Behavioral

Context & relationship:

Situational & Change · Path–Goal · LMX

Change & modern views:

Transformational · Adaptive & MI · Final Mixed Quiz