Case study

Project
One of the best ways to study leadership is through case studies of individuals. You will choose one leader and write a 4-5 page review and analysis of the individuals accomplishments, leadership style and philosophy, leadership impact and career influences. This is not a book report, but a critical evaluation and synthesis of their accomplishments and struggles. You may choose an historical figure or a contemporary leader. You may gather this information from published works or from first-person interviews. In the paper, you must indicate how you gathered this information. Good case studies tell a story as well as analyzing and documenting. Think about how the individual probably experienced his/her own leadership as well as how those around the individual portrayed him/her. Was there drama in this story? Why did you find this person compelling enough to study? The assignment is expected to be a culminating work that demonstrates rigor and exceptional thinking. This assignment will allow you to explore the life of a leader who has demonstrated leadership strengths and skills.
Your 4 to 5 page paper should include the following:
A brief history of this persons life and the reason for choosing him/her.
What the leader has accomplished in his/her lifetime
What is his/her leadership style and philosophy
What has been the impact of this persons leadership
What are the specific strengths and skills you see in this leader
What have you learned from this leaders life and how will what you have learned impact your own leadership
Guidelines 
1. The assignment should be typed, single-sided, margins 1 for top and bottom, and 1.25 for sides. Number the pages. Staple or clip; do not use a plastic cover.
2. You should include a bibliography using the Harvard referencing system. 
3. The minimum page count requirement for this assignment is four pages; this does not include the cover page or the references page. 
4. Please remember: Grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure and word usage always count! 
Marking Criteria 
Pass: 
The assignment covers the main areas as specified but lacks detail and thoroughness.
Presentation of material acceptable but may display weakness in the way in which it is communicated.
Assignment deadline has been met.

Merit: 
As for a pass but with more detailed and analytical responses.
Demonstration of a detailed analysis of information requirements displaying the ability to practically apply the information collected.
Content is presented in a logical and accurate manner.

Distinction: 
As for a pass but showing an in-depth understanding of how information is managed and how it is applied to meet a set objective.
Evidence demonstrated of the ability to synthesize and evaluate the most appropriate informations.
All tasks have been completed to a very high standard, and the content of the assignment as been selected with consistent success and showing a high degree of analytical ability.
The presentation and style of the assignment is of a high standard.