About this Course

This course, provided by the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (GS6), dives into the theme of values-based leadership. It covers the key traits of such leaders and provides a framework for developing a personal values-based leadership profile. You'll engage with various leadership styles and understand how to embody leadership values personally and professionally.

What Students Will Learn

• Identifying the characteristics of values-based leadership.
• Understanding the environmental influence on values-based leadership.
• Recognizing personal leadership characteristics and their effects on leadership styles.
• Developing a personal leadership profile and setting self-improvement goals based on leadership values.

Course Prerequisites

No prerequisites are needed. This course is suitable for individuals who are new to leadership studies.

Course Coverage

• Analysis of various leadership styles and their impacts.
• Role of mentorship in leadership development.
• Investigation into personal values and how they inform leadership behavior.
• Methods for integrating core values into practical leadership approaches.

Who This Course is For

This course is ideal for aspiring leaders, managers, or professionals in any field who aim to enhance their leadership skills through a better understanding and practice of values-based leadership.

Applying Learned Skills in Real-World Scenarios

Skills obtained from this course can be utilized in numerous real-world contexts, such as improving team cohesion, enhancing decision-making, fostering a positive work environment, and leading organizations towards ethical success.