Problem
Read the article on Mohammed bin Salaman, the functional leader of Saudi Arabia. The contingency theories of leadership are described, including Leader-Member Exchange (LMX Theory; The Normative Decision Model; The Situational Leadership Model; The Contingency Model; and the Path-Goal Theory. Review the theories. Which theory bests fit MBS, and his respective followers and situation? Does any theory allow you to predict a likely or preferred outcome for his respective current challenges and direction? How should leaders from other parts of the world deal with him; Particularly President Biden?