Professional Development Course
I. Course Overview
Course Title | Leadership Excellence |
Instructor | [Your Name]
[Your Email]
Office Hours: [Office Hours] |
Course Code | PD 101 |
Level | Intermediate |
Course Description | This course aims to enhance leadership skills through practical strategies, leadership theories, and hands-on activities. Participants will develop effective communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills necessary for advanced leadership roles. |
Prerequisites | Basic knowledge of management principles or prior experience in a leadership role. |
Course Duration | 6 Weeks (October 1, 2050 - November 12, 2050) |
Class Schedule | Tuesdays and Thursdays - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
Location | Room 302, [Your Company Name] Building
Online Access via [Your Company Name] Management System |
II. Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
Understand advanced leadership theories and their application in real-world scenarios.
Develop effective communication skills and strategies for conflict resolution.
Enhance their ability to motivate and inspire teams.
Implement team-building activities to strengthen group cohesion.
Utilize feedback and self-assessment tools to improve leadership effectiveness.
III. Course Content
Module | Topics Covered |
|---|
Module 1: Leadership Theories | - Overview of leadership theories
- Transformational and transactional leadership
- Applying theories to real-world scenarios |
Module 2: Effective Communication | - Techniques for clear and impactful communication
- Active listening and feedback
- Non-verbal communication and its impact |
Module 3: Conflict Resolution | - Identifying sources of conflict
- Strategies for resolution
- Mediation techniques and role-playing |
Module 4: Team Building | - Creating effective teams
- Team dynamics and leadership
- Designing and implementing team-building activities |
Module 5: Motivation and Inspiration | - Understanding motivational theories
- Techniques for inspiring teams
- Recognizing and addressing team needs |
Module 6: Personal Development | - Self-assessment tools
- Setting personal leadership goals
- Developing a personal action plan for leadership growth |
IV. Course Schedule
Day | Topic | Date | Assignments/Deadlines |
|---|
Week 1 | Leadership Theories | October 1, 2050 | Reading: Chapter 1 from Modern Leadership Theories by [Author Name] |
Week 1 | Leadership Theories | October 3, 2050 | Quiz 1: Leadership Theories Concepts |
Week 2 | Effective Communication | October 8, 2050 | Assignment 1: Communication Skills Self-Assessment (Due: October 10, 2050) |
Week 3 | Conflict Resolution | October 15, 2050 | Discussion: Conflict Resolution Techniques |
Week 3 | Conflict Resolution | October 17, 2050 | Role Play: Conflict Resolution Exercise (Due: October 20, 2050) |
Week 4 | Team Building | October 22, 2050 | Workshop: Designing Team Building Activities |
Week 5 | Motivation and Inspiration | October 29, 2050 | Assignment 2: Motivation Strategies Plan (Due: October 31, 2050) |
Week 6 | Personal Development | November 5, 2050 | Project Draft: Personal Leadership Development Plan (Due: November 7, 2050) |
Week 6 | Course Review and Final Presentation | November 12, 2050 | Presentation: Final Leadership Project Presentation |
V. Assessment and Grading
Assessment Type | Description | Weight |
|---|
Quizzes | Short quizzes on leadership theories and communication techniques. | 20% |
Assignments | Tasks such as self-assessment reports and motivation strategies plans. | 30% |
Role Plays | Practical exercises in conflict resolution and team-building activities. | 20% |
Final Project | A comprehensive personal leadership development plan presented in the final week. | 20% |
Participation | Active engagement in class discussions and practical exercises. | 10% |
VI. Required Materials
Material Type | Details |
|---|
Textbook | Modern Leadership Theories: Insights and Applications by Jennifer Lee, 2050 Edition, Pearson. |
Supplementary Reading | - Harvard Business Review Articles: Available through [Your Company Name] Online Library.
- Leadership Case Studies: Access via [Your Company Name] Learning Management System. |
Online Resources | - Leadership Development Network: www.leadershipnetwork.org for additional materials and forums. |
VII. Course Policies
Policy | Details |
|---|
Attendance | Attendance is mandatory. Missing more than two classes may affect your final grade. |
Assignment Submission | Submit all assignments via [Your Company Name] Learning Management System by the specified deadlines. |
Participation | Regular participation in discussions and activities is required. |
Academic Integrity | Adhere to [Your Company Name]'s academic integrity policies. Plagiarism and dishonesty will result in disciplinary actions. |
VIII. Final Notes
Ensure timely completion of assignments and active participation in class.
Utilize available resources and office hours for support.
Apply learned skills through practical exercises and real-world scenarios for effective leadership development.
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