The One Water initiative combines water resources, wastewater, drinking water, and reuse, into one functional management model. This course, Leadership in the Water Sector, equips water professionals with the leadership skills needed to navigate today’s complex technical, organizational, and human challenges. Through proven leadership frameworks, emotional intelligence, and personality-based communication strategies, you’ll develop the self-awareness and interpersonal skills required to lead with integrity, resilience, and effectiveness. Designed and developed by successful senior water leaders and professional lecturers, this course emphasizes practical, values-driven leadership knowledge tailored to the unique demands of the water sector, helping you build trust, manage diverse teams, and lead confidently in high-stakes professional environments. By the end of this course, you will bridge your own leadership gaps at any level, no matter the extent of your management experience. Whether you are an operator, superintendent, or manager, this course will strengthen your foundational leadership practices to succeed in the water sector.

Leadership in the Water Sector

Leadership in the Water Sector



Instructors: Maura Horn
Access provided by American University of Bahrain
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Intermediate level
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Demonstrate foundational leadership principles relevant to the water sector.
Apply emotional intelligence to lead with courage, authenticity, and trust.
Leverage personality awareness to improve communication and collaboration.
Adapt leadership and communication strategies to real-world challenges in water organizations.
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Assessments
12 assignments
Taught in English
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January 2026
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