LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

13^th-14^th January, 2025                                 23^rd-24^th April, 2025

20^th-31^st July, 2025                                        10^th-11^th September, 2025

Introduction

A course on Leadership Skills and Attributes would cover various topics including understanding the difference between leadership and management, developing key leadership qualities like communication and emotional intelligence, and learning how to effectively manage teams and navigate change. It would also delve into practical skills such as decision-making, conflict resolution, and delegation.

By covering these topics, a leadership skills and attributes course can equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills to become effective leaders in various settings. 

 The objectives include improving communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, as well as fostering emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a strong sense of self-awareness. Ultimately, leadership training aims to cultivate leaders who can inspire,
influence, and drive positive change within organizations. 

Course Contents

1. Foundations of Leadership:

·    Defining Leadership: Exploring different perspectives on leadership and its role in organizations and society. 

·     Leadership vs. Management: Understanding the distinction between leadership and management roles and responsibilities. 

·     Leadership Styles: Examining various leadership styles (e.g., autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire) and their effectiveness in different situations. 

·        Leadership Attributes: Identifying and developing key personal qualities like integrity, self-awareness, and resilience. 

·     Leading Self and Others: Focusing on personal development, self-awareness, and understanding how to influence and motivate others. 

2. Core Leadership Skills:

· Communication: Mastering effective communication techniques, including active listening, clear articulation, and non-verbal communication. 

·      Emotional Intelligence: Developing self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to manage emotions in oneself and others. 

·        Decision-Making: Learning frameworks and processes for making sound and timely decisions, especially in complex situations. 

·        Conflict Resolution: Developing skills to address and resolve conflicts constructively within teams. 

·        Team Building and Collaboration: Fostering teamwork, collaboration, and a positive team environment. 

·        Delegation: Learning how to effectively delegate tasks to empower team members and optimize performance. 

·        Change Management: Understanding how to lead and guide teams through periods of change and transformation. 

·        Strategic Thinking: Developing the ability to think strategically, set goals, and plan for the future. 

3. Practical Applications:

• Leading Teams: Learning how to motivate, inspire, and manage teams effectively. 
• Coaching and Mentoring: Developing coaching skills to support team members’ growth and development. 
• Giving and Receiving Feedback: Mastering the art of providing constructive feedback and using feedback for improvement. 
• Building Trust: Understanding the importance of trust in leadership and how to build and maintain it. 
• Adapting to Change: Developing resilience and adaptability to thrive in dynamic environments. 
• Managing Time: Learning effective time management techniques to prioritize tasks and achieve goals. 
• Ethical Leadership: Understanding the importance of ethical decision-making and behavior in leadership. 

4. Advanced Leadership Concepts:

• Leading without Formal Authority: Exploring strategies for influencing and leading without holding a formal leadership position. 
• Culture Transformation: Understanding how leaders can shape and influence organizational culture. 
• Global Leadership: Developing the skills to lead and manage teams in diverse cultural contexts. 

Duration: Two (2) days                    Fee: N200,000