Dr. V of Aravind Eye Hospital: A 'Level 5' Leader
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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.
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BSTR100 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 400;
For delivery through courier (within India): Rs. 400 + Rs. 25 for Shipping & Handling Charges
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16 Pages |
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1997 - 2004 |
| Organization |
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Aravind Eye Hospital |
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2004 |
| Teaching Note |
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Not Available |
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India |
| Industry |
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Service |
Abstract:
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The case aims at uncovering the leadership dimension that underlies the success of Aravind Eye Hospital. The case focuses on the leadership style of Dr. Govindappa Venkataswamy (Dr. V), the founder of Aravind Eye Hospitals. Detailed information is provided on the circumstances in which he grew up, and the factors that moulded his personality. Dr. V, with his qualities such as humility, and professional will has been portrayed as a Jim Collins' level 5 leader. The case also talks about how Dr. V realized his vision by inspiring like-minded people. There is also a mention of how he defined Aravind Hospital's scope of operations, and leveraged advances in information technology. The case also discusses Aravind's innovative business model pioneered by Dr. V.
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Issues:
» How an individual flowers into a level 5 leader and operates with a sense of mission
» How some leaders like Dr. V could foresee today's market demands
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Keywords:
Leadership dimension, Aravind Eye Hospital, leadership style, Dr. Govindappa Venkataswamy, Dr. V, factors, moulded, personality, humility, professional, Jim Collins', level 5, leader, like-minded people, scope of operations, information technology, business model
Dr. V of Aravind Eye Hospital: A 'Level 5' Leader
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