MINI-MBA: EXCELLING IN YOUR LEADERSHIP & BUSINESS SKILLS

TRAINING OVERVIEW

The DixonTech Mini MBA EXCELLING IN YOUR LEADERSHIP & BUSINESS SKILLS course encompasses essential MBA program topics, equipping participants with the tools and techniques vital for performance improvement. As a department or team leader, managerial acumen is imperative, and this training seamlessly integrates theory with practical application. Through engaging case studies and interactive exercises, participants not only gain confidence, but also cultivate practical skills. The course delves into strategy, planning, marketing, HR, and finance, providing a comprehensive understanding of key business areas crucial for achieving impactful results. This holistic approach ensures that participants are well-prepared to excel in leadership and business roles.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Leadership and management
• Strategy, planning, and strategic thinking
• Becoming innovative
• Essential global awareness
• Hrm for non-hr professionals

By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to

• Apply leadership styles to meet the needs of your people and the situation
• Recognise the importance of competitor activities in formulating your strategies and tactics
• Write compelling Vision and Mission statements to engage your staff
• Develop financial acumen for analysing performance & developing business cases
• Gain understanding of the impact of culture on leaders and results

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Supervisors, middle managers, department heads, team leaders and senior managers
• Those moving into roles with more senior responsibilities within their organisations
• Those considering pursuing formal MBA study
• Professionals with an interest in a management position
• Anyone with leadership responsibilities

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology for this course adopts a dynamic and interactive approach, utilizing diverse adult learning techniques. Participants engage in group discussions, practical exercises, case studies, and role-play sessions to ensure a comprehensive understanding. The content is delivered in an accessible manner, supported by a detailed course manual designed for practical application. The emphasis is on participant involvement, promoting maximum comprehension and retention of the presented information. The course structure encourages active participation and the development of key skills through various learning activities.

DAY ONE:

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

• Models of leadership and management
• The importance of followers
• Transformational v transactional management
• Leading with Emotional Intelligence (EI)
• Feedback techniques using EI

DAY TWO:

STRATEGY, PLANNING, AND STRATEGIC THINKING

• An introduction to strategy
• Developing a Business Model Canvas
• Understanding vision & mission
• SWOT, PEST, PESTLE Analysis
• Porter’s Five-Forces Analysis

DAY THREE:

BECOMING INNOVATIVE

• What is innovation?
• Innovate like the world’s best organisations
• Disruptive Innovation (DI)
• Examples of great disruption across multiple industries
• Enablers and constraints for innovation

DAY FOUR:

ESSENTIAL GLOBAL AWARENESS

• Understanding culture
• The five value dimensions
• Developing your Cultural Intelligence (CI)
• Cross-cultural communication
• International negotiation

DAY FIVE:

HRM FOR NON-HR PROFESSIONALS

• Why you need to understand the role and function of HR
• The essentials of Strategic HRM
• The role of HR v the role of the Manager
• Key issues in HRM today
• Personal Action Planning