Welcome to our "Leadership in Practice & Team Management" course, designed to empower you with practical leadership skills and effective team management strategies. This comprehensive course delves into the critical role of diversity in leadership, performance management, and motivational techniques that drive team success.
Leadership in Practice & Team Management
Leadership in Practice & Team Management
This course is part of Strategic Leadership Fundamentals Specialization
Instructor: Dr Gemma Bend
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Beginner level
No prior experience required
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Implement strategies to enhance workplace diversity and inclusive leadership.
Conduct effective appraisals and apply performance improvement techniques.
Motivate and manage teams using various motivational theories and practices.
Analyze the impact of power and influence on team dynamics and morale.
Skills you'll gain
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September 2025
Assessments
12 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Strategic Leadership Fundamentals Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
Week one delves into the critical role of diversity in leadership. The week is structured to help you critically discuss how diversity impacts leadership progression, explore strategies to improve diversity in the workplace, and reflect on the benefits and opportunities of diversity in leadership.
What's included
3 videos14 readings4 assignments1 plugin
Week two delves into the critical role of performance management in leadership. The week is structured to help you understand the principles of performance management, explore strategies for motivating and managing your workforce, and reflect on the impact of performance management on organisational success.
What's included
2 videos12 readings4 assignments3 plugins
Week three delves into the critical role of motivation in leadership. The week is structured to help you understand the principles of motivation, explore strategies for motivating your team, and reflect on the impact of motivation on organisational success.
What's included
2 videos12 readings4 assignments1 plugin
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