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

Leadership Essentials



Instructors: Manisha Mishra
Access provided by Martin Luther Christian University
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
3 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
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
- Motivational Skills
- Organizational Change
- Organizational Development
- Leadership Development
- Leadership and Management
- Coaching
- Strategic Leadership
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Relationship Building
- People Development
- Initiative and Leadership
- Leadership
- Organizational Leadership
- Business Leadership
- Professional Development
- Mentorship
- Employee Performance Management
- Critical Thinking
- Management Training And Development
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Assessments
54 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 18 modules in this course
Build toward a degree
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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