Course Description

Authentic Leadership is an increasingly vital concept in the realm of Business and Management, focusing on genuine, ethical leadership. The upheavals in society, including terrorism, corporate scandals, and political uncertainties, have fueled a demand for leaders that demonstrate authenticity and moral integrity. This course explores this emergent style of leadership and aims to furnish participants with the insights and skills necessary to cultivate authenticity in their leadership approach.

What Students Will Learn

• Understanding the concept of Authentic Leadership
• Identifying the traits and behaviors characterizing authentic leaders
• Exploring the usefulness and applicability of Authentic Leadership in various contexts
• Strategies and techniques to develop one's Authentic Leadership style

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

A basic understanding of leadership concepts will be beneficial, although not strictly required, as the course begins with introductory material.

Course Coverage

• Concept and definition of Authentic Leadership
• Key traits of Authentic Leaders
• Application in real-world scenarios
• Personal development towards becoming an Authentic Leader

Who This Course Is For

This course is suited for business managers, corporate leaders, aspiring leaders, professionals interested in self-development, and anyone aiming to enhance their leadership style through ethical and genuine practices.

Real World Application

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in leadership roles across various sectors. Authentic leaders foster trust and integrity, boost employee engagement, enhance communication, and lead organizations to achieve higher performance and ethical standards.

Syllabus

Week 1: Understanding Authentic Leadership

• What is Authentic Leadership?
• Intrapersonal, Interpersonal, and Developmental perspectives

Week 2: Traits of Authentic Leaders

• Core values and sense of purpose
• Relationship management and empathetic skills

Week 3: Becoming an Authentic Leader

• Self-awareness and ethical decision-making
• Transparency and balanced processing

Week 4: Challenges and Growth

• Techniques for continuous self-improvement and feedback
• Understanding the limitations and criticism of Authentic Leadership