About Course
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of an organizational leader, including setting a vision, establishing goals and objectives, and developing strategies and plans to achieve those goals.
- Improving communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate ideas, plans, and expectations to team members.
- Developing strategic thinking skills, including the ability to analyze data, consider different options and their potential consequences, and make informed decisions that align with the overall goals of the organization.
- Enhancing adaptability and the ability to respond effectively to change and new situations.
- Increasing emotional intelligence and the ability to recognize and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.
- Developing a strong sense of integrity and the ability to be honest, transparent, and consistent in one’s actions and decisions.
- Learning effective ways to motivate, inspire, and empower team members.
- Facilitating communication, collaboration, and decision-making within the organization.
- Improving conflict resolution skills and creating a positive work environment.
- Gaining a deeper understanding of organizational culture and the role of leadership in shaping that culture.
COURSE OVERVIEW & CONTENT:
Organizational leadership refers to the ability of an individual or group to influence and guide others within an organization towards the achievement of specific goals. It involves setting a vision for the future, establishing goals and objectives, and developing strategies and plans to achieve those goals. Effective organizational leaders have the ability to motivate, inspire, and empower their team members, as well as facilitate communication, collaboration, and decision-making within the organization.
Effective organizational leadership can have a significant impact on the success of an organization. It can lead to improved performance, higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction, and a stronger overall culture.
Introduction to Organizational Leadership
- Definition of organizational leadership
- The role of the leader in an organization
- The importance of effective leadership in achieving organizational success
Understanding Leadership Styles
- Different types of leadership styles and their impact on organizational culture and performance
- Assessing one’s own leadership style and its effectiveness
- Adapting leadership style to fit different situations and team dynamics
Leading Teams and Building Collaboration
- The importance of team leadership in achieving organizational goals
- Strategies for building and maintaining high-performing teams
- Facilitating collaboration and communication within and across teams
Leading Change and Innovation
- The role of the leader in driving change and innovation in the organization
- Understanding the change process
- Strategies for leading and managing change in organizations
- Building a culture that supports change, innovation and continuous improvement
Communication and Influence
- The importance of effective communication in leadership
- Strategies for effective communication with various stakeholders
- Techniques for influencing and persuading others
Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
- The role of the leader in strategic thinking and decision making
- Techniques for analyzing and evaluating information to inform decision making
- Managing risk and uncertainty in decision making
Case Studies and Group Exercises
- Opportunity for participants to apply the concepts learned in the course through the analysis of real-world cases and interactive group exercises
Conclusion and Next Steps
- Recap of key takeaways from the course
- Identifying opportunities for applying the skills learned in the workplace
- Next steps for continuing development as an organizational leader