Develop a leadership mind-set and gain a management skill-set with this 16-week blended-learning program. This program is offered in collaboration with Harvard Business Publishing (HBP) to help you as a new manager make a successful transition to your managerial ranks, while honing your leadership potential. Virtual leadership development is not synonymous with on-your-own, self-paced training. The program is structured to accommodate busy schedules and combines self-study activities that can be done in your own time, at your own pace. Collaborative activities such as live sessions allow you to participate in facilitated discussions with a moderator and your peers. The self-study learning activities include: Harvard ManageMentor© access for the duration of the program, plus 90 days after the program; Harvard Business Review articles; videos; and simulations. The program also includes 8 virtual sessions of 90 minutes each, facilitated by an HBP moderator, providing you with instruction and engaging you in discussions. The moderator also stays connected through the online discussion forum. The Learn – Apply – Reflect approach uses predefined on-the-job activities to align the content for immediate application of learning, and each module includes activities requiring you to take action on what you are learning.
Upon completion of this course you and your cohort will be able to:
▪ Developing a leader mind-set
▪ Be equipped with the tools, techniques and the
▪ Leading self
right mind-set to lead others.
▪ Develop effective management and leadership behaviors.
▪ New managers ▪ Those about to / interested in transitioning to a managerial position
▪ Leading others ▪ Leading the business ▪ This blended learning program is a flexible training method that allows you to learn using engaging and relevant content for global audiences.
▪ This 5 module program requires approximately 32 hours of study, to be completed within 16 weeks. ▪ Participants are expected to invest approximately 2 hours per week. ▪ Upon successful completion of the Program, you will be awarded an IATA – Harvard Business Publishing certificate
Program kick-off (week 1) Introduction to the program. Understand your new role and why it is so critical to your organization. Start your journey Jump-start (weeks 2-3) Focus on making the transition into management. Develop a clear understanding of how you can impact your company’s business strategy. Module 1: Develop a leader mind-set The transition Build trust and credibility Emotional intelligence and self-awareness Strategy Leading yourself (weeks 4-6) Prepare for and practice the art of agile thinking and doing, especially when stress levels are high and time is precious. Focus on the strategic importance of delegation. Module 2: Develop personal adaptability Agility Time management Career management Delegation
Leading others (weeks 7-12) Learn when and how to give/receive constructive feedback to drive positive and actionable change. Module 3: Accelerate talent development Developing employees Feedback Learn how to drive exceptional team performance and foster team spirit by developing a clear vision. Module 4: Develop high-performing teams Team management Manage team conflict Leading the business (weeks 13-15) Learn how to accelerate the value of your team to the business. Focus on aligning team goals to the goals of the company, and how to make and implement strategic decisions efficiently and effectively using proven frameworks and tools. Module 5: Drive execution Alignment Decision making Program wrap-up (week 16) Learn how to identify areas for development and where to find tools and resources to continue your management journey. Continue your journey Ongoing learning Next steps
To ensure maximum engagement of participants, the program is limited to groups of 25 - 60 participants. Group pricing is available for two or more participants from the same company. Contact us for more information.