Foundations of Leadership and Management

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Foundations of Leadership and Management

Instructors: Andi Lassiter, Ph.D.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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6 hours to complete

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Demonstrate strategies for building credibility, trust, and professionalism.
Apply adaptive leadership techniques to manage change and uncertainty.
Analyze workplace conflicts to identify root causes.
Implement structured problem-solving approaches for managerial challenges.

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course is designed for new and aspiring managers who want practical, real-world tools to succeed in their roles. Throughout the course, you'll learn how to:

- Transition from individual contributor to manager by developing the right mindset and leadership behaviors - Build credibility and trust with your team members fast - Navigate change using adaptive leadership strategies for modern work environments - Manage conflict and solve problems using structured, practical approaches You’ll hear from organizational consultants with expertise in work psychology who share research-backed best practices to help new leaders succeed. You'll also have access to interactive, scenario-based activities that simulate real workplace situations giving you the opportunity to practice new skills in a safe environment. By the end of the course, you’ll feel more prepared to lead your team and start building a strong foundation for long-term success as a manager.

In this module, you’ll explore the shift from individual contributor to manager, including the mindset and behavior changes needed to lead others. You’ll learn about the true responsibilities of a manager and develop ways to build credibility, trust, and professionalism as you begin guiding your team to success.

What's included

4 videos1 reading3 assignments

4 videos Total 15 minutes

Welcome to the Course! 1 minute
What Do Managers Do? 5 minutes
Shifting from an Individual Contributor to a Leader 5 minutes
Building Credibility, Trust, and Professionalism as a New Leader 4 minutes

1 reading Total 15 minutes

Core Responsibilities and Daily Realities of a New Manager 15 minutes

3 assignments Total 75 minutes

Transitioning to Management Assessment 30 minutes
Building Trust in Your First Week as a Manager 15 minutes
Transitioning to Management Practice Assessment 30 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize and navigate adaptive challenges in today’s ever-changing workplace. You’ll explore practical leadership behaviors that will help your teams adapt to change and remain effective in uncertain and hybrid work environments.

What's included

3 videos3 readings2 assignments

3 videos Total 12 minutes

Everyday Behaviors of an Adaptive Leader 5 minutes
Managing Remote and Hybrid Teams with Adaptive Practices 4 minutes
Cultivating Adaptability in Yourself and Your Team 4 minutes

3 readings Total 30 minutes

What is Adaptive Leadership? 10 minutes
Understanding Adaptive Challenges vs. Technical Challenges 10 minutes
Additional Tools for Guiding Teams Through Adaptive Challenges 10 minutes

2 assignments Total 60 minutes

Adaptive Leadership Assessment 30 minutes
Adaptive Leadership Practice Assessment 30 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize and manage workplace conflict while developing structured approaches to solving problems. You’ll explore early warning signs of tension and learn to diagnose the root causes of disagreements. You’ll also learn a structured problem-solving process to identify root causes and how to avoid common mental traps that can lead to poor decisions.

What's included

4 videos3 readings3 assignments

4 videos Total 13 minutes

Understanding Workplace Conflict Types and Early Indicators 4 minutes
Strategies for Managing Conflict 4 minutes
Avoiding Common Mental Traps When Problem-Solving 4 minutes
Congratulations on Your Course Completion! 1 minute

3 readings Total 35 minutes

The Real-World Cost of Workplace Conflict 10 minutes
Further Tools for Navigating Conflict 10 minutes
A Manager’s Guide to Structured Problem-Solving 15 minutes

3 assignments Total 90 minutes

Conflict & Problem-Solving Assessment 30 minutes
Match the Strategy to the Conflict 30 minutes
Conflict & Problem-Solving Practice Assessment 30 minutes

Instructors

Andi Lassiter, Ph.D.

Minnesota State University, Mankato

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