Welcome to the Leadership Essentials course! By the end of this course, you will develop a good understanding of the leadership phenomenon. The course develops the concept of leadership as a process involving the interaction among leaders, followers, and situations. It focuses on the nature of the leadership process itself as well as how a person becomes a better leader. The course delves into a deeper understanding of the three factors: attributes of the leader, the followers, and the situation. It also addresses the essential leadership competencies appropriate to each of these broad areas. The course highlights the concept of follower motivation, satisfaction, engagement, and performance. The course also uncovers the dark sides of leadership and highlights the causes of managerial incompetence.

Leadership Essentials

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What you'll learn
Explain leadership as a process involving the interaction among leaders, followers, and situations.
Analyze the role of followers, situations, and environments in the leadership process.
Examine various theories of leadership and followership.
Identify attributes of a good and bad leader.
Skills you'll gain
- Team Leadership
- Mentorship
- Professional Development
- Organizational Development
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Leadership Development
- Critical Thinking
- Business Leadership
- People Development
- Management Training And Development
- Leadership and Management
- Coaching
- Relationship Building
- Initiative and Leadership
- Motivational Skills
- Leadership
- Organizational Change
- Organizational Leadership
- Employee Performance Management
- Strategic Leadership
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There are 18 modules in this course
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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by O.P. Jindal Global University. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹
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