This course will provide students the opportunity to study in detail the theoretical and practical approaches to leadership. Skilled leadership in this environment demands the ability to integrate soft human elements with hard business actions to create a business future profitable for all stakeholders.
The specific learning objectives in this course are:
(1) To develop a practical knowledge of the theories and principles of leadership.
(2) To strengthen your self-management skills.
(3) To analyse and practice the interpersonal skills leaders use to get people to individually and collectively accept direct responsibility for creating and improving their own circumstances. Includes developing practical skills in communication, motivation, persuasion, and directing team dynamics from the perspective of a leader.