Description:

This module will encourage you to explore the difference between a manager and a leader. It will introduce some ideas on what makes a good leader, and how these theories can be applied in a small business context. It will also allow you to reflect on your own approach to leadership and give you some key management skills to use in your business or workplace.

We will go through the following themes:

• Me as a leader—benefit from being you
• Management and leadership—what do they have in common?
• Theories and studies on leadership
• What is top-notch leadership?
• The importance of communications
• The art of delegation
• Dealing with over and under performance
• Solving conflicts
• Development and coaching in leadership