Foundations of Leadership and Management

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Foundations of Leadership and Management

This course is part of Skills for New Manager Success Specialization

Instructors: Andi Lassiter, Ph.D.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Demonstrate strategies for building credibility, trust, and professionalism.
Apply adaptive leadership techniques to manage change and uncertainty.
Analyze workplace conflicts to identify root causes.
Implement structured problem-solving approaches for managerial challenges.

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course is designed for new and aspiring managers who want practical, real-world tools to succeed in their roles. Throughout the course, you'll learn how to:

- Transition from individual contributor to manager by developing the right mindset and leadership behaviors - Build credibility and trust with your team members fast - Navigate change using adaptive leadership strategies for modern work environments - Manage conflict and solve problems using structured, practical approaches You’ll hear from organizational consultants with expertise in work psychology who share research-backed best practices to help new leaders succeed. You'll also have access to interactive, scenario-based activities that simulate real workplace situations giving you the opportunity to practice new skills in a safe environment. By the end of the course, you’ll feel more prepared to lead your team and start building a strong foundation for long-term success as a manager.

In this module, you’ll explore the shift from individual contributor to manager, including the mindset and behavior changes needed to lead others. You’ll learn about the true responsibilities of a manager and develop ways to build credibility, trust, and professionalism as you begin guiding your team to success.

What's included

4 videos1 reading3 assignments

4 videosTotal 15 minutes

Welcome to the Course!1 minute
What Do Managers Do?5 minutes
Shifting from an Individual Contributor to a Leader5 minutes
Building Credibility, Trust, and Professionalism as a New Leader4 minutes

1 readingTotal 15 minutes

Core Responsibilities and Daily Realities of a New Manager15 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 75 minutes

Transitioning to Management Assessment30 minutes
Building Trust in Your First Week as a Manager15 minutes
Transitioning to Management Practice Assessment30 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize and navigate adaptive challenges in today’s ever-changing workplace. You’ll explore practical leadership behaviors that will help your teams adapt to change and remain effective in uncertain and hybrid work environments.

What's included

3 videos3 readings2 assignments

3 videosTotal 12 minutes

Everyday Behaviors of an Adaptive Leader5 minutes
Managing Remote and Hybrid Teams with Adaptive Practices4 minutes
Cultivating Adaptability in Yourself and Your Team4 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

What is Adaptive Leadership?10 minutes
Understanding Adaptive Challenges vs. Technical Challenges10 minutes
Additional Tools for Guiding Teams Through Adaptive Challenges10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Adaptive Leadership Assessment30 minutes
Adaptive Leadership Practice Assessment30 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize and manage workplace conflict while developing structured approaches to solving problems. You’ll explore early warning signs of tension and learn to diagnose the root causes of disagreements. You’ll also learn a structured problem-solving process to identify root causes and how to avoid common mental traps that can lead to poor decisions.

What's included

4 videos3 readings3 assignments

4 videosTotal 13 minutes

Understanding Workplace Conflict Types and Early Indicators4 minutes
Strategies for Managing Conflict4 minutes
Avoiding Common Mental Traps When Problem-Solving4 minutes
Congratulations on Your Course Completion! 1 minute

3 readingsTotal 35 minutes

The Real-World Cost of Workplace Conflict10 minutes
Further Tools for Navigating Conflict10 minutes
A Manager’s Guide to Structured Problem-Solving15 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Conflict & Problem-Solving Assessment30 minutes
Match the Strategy to the Conflict30 minutes
Conflict & Problem-Solving Practice Assessment30 minutes

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Instructors

Andi Lassiter, Ph.D.

Minnesota State University, Mankato

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