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Course Description

Leading others in a company, or even in a team, calls for knowledge, awareness, and a set of “soft” skills that can bring huge returns. This course is an introduction to leading-- understanding, supporting, motivating, and guiding—technical employees. Class members will have an understanding of culture and leadership models as key differentiators for successful entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs.

This course and certificate are only available for students participating in India. 

Learner Outcomes

  • Explain the significance of leadership and leadership vs. management
  • Define the major leadership traits, strengths, and skills
  • Apply Situational Leadership principles to adapt leadership styles to effectively lead teams
  • Define entrepreneurial leadership and its role in modern organizations
  • Define Lean Leadership and explain how it functions
  • Describe how emotional intelligence (EQ) impacts leadership
  • Adopt a leadership style that encourages culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusivity

Course Details

Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: The technical professionals looking to assume leadership positions in global technology organizations. It is valuable for experienced managers who intend to serve as CEOs, Directors, Vice Presidents or C-level executives in technology companies in India.

Course Materials: Leadership Theory & Practice by Peter Northouse available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore

Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree in a professional field (STEAM or Business) from an accredited institution: official transcripts required.
  •  Bachelor’s GPA of 2.75 or higher. Candidates with GPA under 2.75 can apply, but will be asked to provide relevant explanations in an essay (guidelines provided on applications page).

Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series

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