Servant Leadership: Redefining Leadership for the Modern Era

Course Description

Welcome to the transformative journey of "Servant Leadership: Redefining Leadership for the Modern Era." This comprehensive course delves into the powerful concept of servant leadership, offering a fresh perspective on effective leadership in today's rapidly changing world. Moving beyond traditional hierarchical models, this course explores a leadership style that prioritizes service, empathy, and empowerment.

What students will learn from the course

• Understand the concept and different traits of servant leadership
• Comprehend the relationship between servant leadership and employee well-being
• Learn how to overcome 21st-century challenges through servant leadership
• Gain insights into implementing servant leadership in various organizational contexts
• Develop skills to foster collaboration, empowerment, and genuine human connection

Prerequisites or skills necessary to complete the course

This intermediate-level course is designed for employees working as senior and middle-level leaders in organizations. There are no specific prerequisites for the course, making it accessible to a wide range of professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills.

What the course will cover

• Introduction to servant leadership and its importance
• Characteristics and traits of servant leaders
• Servant leadership in the context of organizational hierarchy
• Impact of servant leadership on employee well-being
• Limitations and challenges of servant leadership
• Leadership challenges in the contemporary era
• Moral and ethical foundations of servant leadership
• Comparison with behavioral approaches to leadership
• Cultivating servant leaders within organizations
• Real-world examples of successful servant leaders

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for:

• Senior and middle-level leaders in organizations
• Aspiring leaders seeking innovative leadership models
• Professionals looking to refine their leadership approach
• Anyone interested in fostering a more collaborative and empowering work environment

How learners can use these skills in the real world

The skills and knowledge gained from this course can be applied in various ways:

1. Implementing servant leadership principles in current leadership roles
2. Improving team dynamics and employee satisfaction
3. Addressing complex organizational challenges with a fresh perspective
4. Fostering a more inclusive and empowering workplace culture
5. Enhancing decision-making processes through increased empathy and awareness
6. Building stronger, more resilient teams and organizations
7. Adapting leadership styles to meet the evolving needs of the 21st-century workplace

Syllabus

This course offers a blend of video content and faculty-led lectures, providing a rich and engaging learning experience that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to become an effective servant leader in today's complex organizational landscape.