School of Business

Fundamentals for Emerging Leaders

Are you a manager looking to develop your leadership skills? This course will challenge you to take an introspective look at your strengths, leadership style and gain new perspectives.

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Learn the essential skills to lead high-functioning teams in today's workforce.

You are a manager in a new leadership role. What is your leadership style? What leadership qualities, skills and abilities do you already have? How do you motivate your team through a human-centric approach? What makes a great leader? This 10-hour introductory micro-course is designed to help emerging leaders prepare for the challenges and responsibilities they may face in their new role.

Delivered remotely in a self-guided format, students will be challenged to take an introspective look at their strengths and leadership style while gaining new perspective.

Course Highlights

 

What You Will Learn 

  • The difference between managing vs. leading 
  • The evolution of leadership 
  • Qualities of an effective leader 
  • Human-centric leadership 
  • Leadership values and behaviours

 

Learners who successfully complete this course will be able to:

  • Recognize the qualities and skills needed to be an effective leader 
  • Reflect on their own leadership style and how to utilize it in their role
  • Understand how to be an effective leader and develop a human-centric approach to leadership
  • Gain the skills and abilities to determine tangible steps for future leadership development

 

What You Will Earn

Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a digital badge to showcase on their online profiles and build credibility on their resume.

 

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Course Details

Quick Facts

Format:

Online Micro-Course

Length:

10 Hours completed at your own pace

Course Price:

$150

Who is Eligible?

This online course can be taken by anyone. There are no specific requirements for entry however, this course is ideal for:

  • New and emerging leaders in any industry
  • Middle managers who aim to formalize their understanding of leadership principles and best practices

Flexible Learning

Study Anywhere
With micro-courses, you choose where you learn. Our flexible course format gives you the freedom to study where, when and how it works best for you – you set your own schedule.

24/7 Access
Thanks to our online learning hub Brightspace, you have access to your course materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pick up your coursework when it makes sense for you.

Boost Your Resume
Once you’re done, you’ll get to add an E-Course Certificate to your resume, boosting your credibility, skills and competitive advantage in your current or future career.

Terms and Conditions

Refund Guidelines

Refunds will only be considered when requested within two weeks of the date of registration and for learners who have completed less  than 25% of the course.

  • Days 1-7 after registration; learners will be eligible for a full refund if they have completed less than 25%.
  • Days 8-14 after registration; learners will be eligible for a refund minus $50.00 administration fee if they have completed less than 25%. 
  • No refund will be issued for learners who have completed more than 25% within two weeks following their registration.
  • No refund will be issued for learners after the two weeks following their registration.
  • To be eligible for a refund, students must submit an email request to the Micro Course Team at [email protected] within the specified timeframe.

 

Course Access Duration

Learners are able to complete this course at their own speed up to a maximum of three (3) months. NOTE: No extensions will be provided. Please plan your course accordingly.

Course Price
$150
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