Leadership Skills Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview (80-120 words) describing structure and time commitment.
Module 1: Leading the Self
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Develop introspection skills for self-awareness
- Build emotional intelligence and self-regulation
- Practice mindfulness techniques
- Establish inner stability to enhance personal leadership
Module 2: Leading Downward
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Understand different leadership styles
- Apply the TREAT framework in team settings
- Lead with authenticity and empowerment
- Adapt behaviors to support team development
Module 3: Building Sustainable Relationships
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Enhance supportive communication skills
- Identify cognitive biases in decision-making
- Improve team collaboration and trust
- Foster positive interpersonal dynamics
Module 4: Power, Politics, and Leading Upwards
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Navigate organizational power structures
- Develop strategies for leading upwards
- Manage sideways relationships effectively
- Exercise influence beyond formal authority
Module 5: Ethics, Culture, and Change Management
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Address ethical dilemmas in leadership
- Foster a positive organizational culture
- Lead change initiatives with resilience
- Align values with organizational goals
Module 6: Leadership and Ancient Indian Wisdom
Estimated time: 4 hours
- Analyze leadership lessons from the Mahabharata
- Apply ancient wisdom to modern decision-making
- Reflect on moral and strategic leadership challenges
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of professional workplace dynamics
- Openness to self-reflection and personal growth
- No prior leadership experience required
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Lead yourself with greater emotional intelligence and mindfulness
- Adapt leadership styles to empower and guide teams effectively
- Communicate supportively and make less biased decisions
- Navigate power dynamics and lead confidently across hierarchies
- Apply ethical principles and cultural awareness to manage change and lead with purpose