Duration 3 days – 21 hrs
Overview
The Advanced Leadership Development Course is specifically tailored for experienced leaders seeking to refine their leadership style, expand strategic thinking, and strengthen their ability to influence and lead through change. This immersive program covers critical aspects of advanced leadership, including strategic planning, emotional intelligence, resilience, and influencing skills, all aimed at enhancing participants’ leadership impact and organizational success.
Objectives
- Develop strategic thinking and planning skills to drive long-term organizational success.
- Enhance emotional intelligence and resilience to effectively lead in complex, dynamic environments.
- Gain skills to manage and lead through organizational change, building adaptable and committed teams.
- Master influencing and negotiation techniques to inspire and secure buy-in from stakeholders.
Audience
- Senior Managers and Directors
- Department Heads
- Executives and experienced leaders looking to refine their leadership abilities
- Leaders preparing for higher executive roles
Pre- requisites
- Minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role.
- Basic knowledge of leadership and management principles.
- Willingness to engage in self-reflection and participate in interactive activities.
Course Outline
Day 1: Strategic Thinking and Planning
- Introduction to Strategic Leadership: Understanding the role of strategy in leadership.
- Developing a Strategic Mindset: Techniques to analyze and anticipate organizational needs.
- Strategic Planning Frameworks: Hands-on application of strategic planning tools (SWOT, PESTLE).
- Case Study and Practical Exercise: Applying strategic thinking to real-world scenarios.
Day 2: Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for Leaders: Understanding and managing emotions in leadership.
- Self-Awareness and Self-Management: Techniques for emotional control and self-reflection.
- Social Awareness and Relationship Management: Building empathetic and effective interactions.
- Building Resilience: Techniques to adapt and lead effectively through challenges.
- Interactive Workshop: Practicing EQ and resilience skills through group exercises and role play.
Day 3: Leading Through Change and Influencing Skills
- Leading Through Change: Models and best practices for managing organizational change.
- Communicating Change: Creating buy-in and reducing resistance.
- Building Adaptability in Teams: Fostering resilience and engagement during transitions.
- Influencing and Negotiation Skills:
- Influencing Techniques: Building trust, credibility, and persuasive communication.
- Negotiation Tactics: Approaches to secure mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Capstone Project: Applying course concepts to a simulated leadership challenge.
- Final Review and Feedback: Q&A session, individual feedback, and action planning for future leadership goals.
