Course in Leadership Art and Managerial Skills

In today’s dynamic environment, success in organizations is no longer dependent solely on technical knowledge or professional expertise. It now hinges on the ability of leaders to inspire, influence, and direct teams toward clear goals through intelligent and purposeful management practices. The balance between impactful leadership and structured administration is the cornerstone of high-performing teams and sustainable institutional achievements.
Geneva Institute of Business Administration proudly offers the "Leadership Art and Managerial Skills" training program, designed to empower professionals with the leadership mindset and administrative tools essential for navigating complex workplace challenges with confidence and strategic focus.

Target Group

• Executive and mid-level managers in public and private sectors.

• Team leaders and department heads aiming to refine their leadership style.

• Supervisory and senior administrative staff.

• HR professionals and organizational development specialists.

• Employees preparing for leadership roles.

• Professionals seeking to increase their influence within work teams.

Objectives

• Deepen participants’ understanding of the key differences between leadership and management.

• Equip them with advanced leadership approaches to guide and motivate teams effectively.

• Strengthen their planning, organizing, and decision-making capabilities.

• Build self-awareness to support personal leadership development.

• Refine skills in influence, communication, and performance direction.

• Improve time management and task allocation efficiency.

• Enhance resilience and adaptability in handling organizational challenges.

• Enable the use of managerial tools to support institutional objectives.

Course Outline 

• Introduction to Modern Leadership

  • Understanding the conceptual and practical differences between leadership and management.

  • Characteristics of successful leaders in evolving workplaces.

  • Leadership styles and their impact on team dynamics.

  • Evolution of leadership thinking across generations.

• Leadership Intelligence and Self-Awareness

  • Recognizing personal strengths and development areas.

  • The role of emotional intelligence in impactful leadership.

  • Adapting to diverse personalities and respecting differences.

  • Building trust and credibility as a team leader.

• Leadership Communication Skills

  • Delivering vision and directives with clarity and inspiration.

  • Utilizing tone, body language, and active presence.

  • Practicing active listening for deeper engagement.

  • Overcoming communication barriers within the team.

• Team Motivation and Performance Guidance

  • Practical methods to raise morale and enthusiasm.

  • Recognition as a tool to boost loyalty and engagement.

  • Directing teams toward measurable outcomes without micromanagement.

  • Monitoring progress without imposing pressure.

• Priority Management and Decision-Making

  • Tools to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.

  • Making effective decisions under time constraints.

  • Combining data analysis and intuition in decision-making.

  • Managing difficult choices and reducing decision delays.

• Organizational Problem Solving

  • Defining problems and identifying their root causes.

  • Analyzing organizational issues systematically.

  • Generating practical and creative solutions.

  • Choosing and implementing the most suitable response.

• Leading Change and Adaptive Thinking

  • Embracing change as a continuous necessity.

  • Guiding teams through periods of transition.

  • Minimizing resistance and maintaining unity.

  • Flexibly adjusting leadership styles as situations evolve.

• Administrative Planning and Organization

  • Crafting action plans aligned with measurable objectives.

  • Efficient use of time, resources, and personnel.

  • Delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.

  • Tracking execution without over-controlling.

• Building High-Performance Teams

  • Features of successful and cohesive teams.

  • Assigning roles based on strengths and capabilities.

  • Fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

  • Addressing and resolving internal team conflicts.

• Crisis Leadership and Decisive Action

  • Maintaining composure and clarity under pressure.

  • Reassuring and guiding the team during uncertainty.

  • Communicating clearly during emergencies.

  • Reflecting on crises to extract long-term lessons.