Executive Leadership: concepts, skills and practice

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Introduction

This three-day course has been designed to introduce a variety of perspectives on leadership in the public and private sector. The course aims to enable leaders and decision makers to introduce fit-for-purpose leadership styles and approaches to their organisations. At the end of the course attendees should be able to acquire a comprehensive knowledge and practical experience about leadership styles and approaches in alignment with the local needs and capabilities. Moreover, after competition of the course, attendees to write a report, supported by the tutor, of what they have learnt and what is particularly relevant to their employers. A focus to be one aspect of the course which has implications for the way they will improve their professional practice when they return to their employers. This will help reassure the employers of the benefits of the programme and help consolidate the understanding of the manager.

What are the objectives?

This integrative course aims to develop a deeper understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects to leadership, and to develop the essential skills and competencies necessary to plan, monitor and control different tasks and events.
Develop an understanding of the different approaches to leadership and management.
This course will also complement the different management skills already developed through earlier business and management courses.
In addition, participants will have insight into: critical analysis; interactive and team working; creativity; and problem solving.

What will you learn?

Introduction to leadership
Difference between leadership and management
Leadership skills and tactics
Effective leadership
Lessons learned from great leaders
Speaking in public places
How to become an aspiring leader

Who should attend?

The workshop covers materials for all levels from supervisory through to senior level
Managers and directors responsible for transformation, project, programme, knowledge, innovation or change management
Experienced managers who have significant futures oriented management responsibilities, and who are interested in reflecting on their own experience and discovering new ideas
Public, voluntary and private sector managers responsible for leading change and transformation efforts
Academics including researchers and students who are interested in KM and in being part of an engaging educational experience that explore the challenges and opportunities that face organizations

Course structure

For each session there is an activity or set of activities. These are designed to help you engage with the introduction to the theories explored within the workshop
Your tutor will be on hand to guide you through the course and will expect you to bring to bear personal experience and reflection on the topics covered
Group work will be required for participants to engage in the workshop. Such activity allows participants to embed the new knowledge within their experience through active discussion and challenge