Applied Leadership and Management Course

Program Overview

Nexford University's Applied Leadership and Management course equips learners with practical skills and knowledge to excel in leadership and management roles. The eight-week program emphasizes real-world applications, with modules covering various aspects of leadership and management. Learners benefit from a global community, 24/7 support, and a rigorous curriculum that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This course is designed to equip learners with practical applications for leadership and management challenges encountered in the ever-evolving global business environment.
• Objectives:
• Examine leadership and management from both personal and organizational perspectives.
• Apply principles and techniques to adapt to the environment in both leadership and management roles.
• Learn the differences between a leader and a manager.
• Compare and contrast leadership and management concepts.
• Identify current challenges faced by leaders and managers.
• Apply leadership and management principles to solve complex business challenges or opportunities.
• Description: The course emphasizes a practical approach, equipping learners with real-world skills and knowledge to excel in leadership and management roles.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Six modules covering various aspects of leadership and management.
• Learning outcomes aligned with employer requirements.
• Focus on practical skills applicable in today's business environment.
• Content includes reading materials, videos, interactive elements, quizzes, and case studies.
• Assessments, peer-to-peer discussions, and a final project for applying learnings to real-world scenarios.
• Course Schedule:
• The course begins on the first of each month.
• Designed to be completed within eight weeks.
• Estimated time commitment of 10-15 hours per week.
• Modules:
1. Individuals that comprise the organization 2. Groups, factions, and alliances: These groups called employees 3. 4. Employee performance and expectations 5. How managers and leaders integrate into the culture of the organization 6. Conflict management: How the manager and the leader each address it 7.

Teaching:

• Learning Experience:
• Nexford's learning design team ensures courses equip learners with competencies needed by employers.
• Content is available 24/7 throughout the course.
• Collaboration and networking opportunities during and after the program.
• Global community of learners working at top companies.
• Individual feedback and optional webinars.
• Rigorous curriculum encouraging critical thinking.
• Hands-on assessments reflecting the real business world.
• Faculty:
• Hailing from diverse backgrounds with online education expertise.
• Provide world-class support through one-on-one office hours, live chat, email, and individual feedback.
• Unique Approaches:
• Focus on practical skills and real-world applications.
• Global community of learners and faculty.
• Access to the Nexford online library with millions of resources.