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The Leadership and Management Transition

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The Leadership and Management Transition

Course Schedule

Classroom

Online

No online dates are currently available.

Training Introduction

Effective management of people requires a combination of leadership and management skills, vital for supervisors, middle managers, and senior leaders. Transitioning from a functional role to a managerial position shifts the focus from handling tasks oneself to empowering others to achieve organizational goals. Gaining these skills early in one’s career provides a solid foundation for future development. This Coventry Academy course aims to build both theoretical understanding and practical confidence, helping delegates develop crucial leadership and management capabilities to enhance their effectiveness in guiding teams and driving organizational success.

What are the goals?

This 10-day Coventry Academy training course offers delegates opportunities to learn about leadership and management theories and discover how to apply them according to needs in different situations.

Packed with many practical exercises and a safe environment in which to practice new skills, delegates will:

  • Understand the Value of Excellent Leadership and Management Skills
  • How to Become an Effective Leader of People
  • A Deeper Self-Awareness Leading to Greater Confidence and Capabilities in Managing Resources
  • Develop Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Develop Greater Organisational Awareness: The Need to Build Networks, Communicate Effectively and Meet Customer Expectations

Who is this Training Course for?

This Coventry Academy training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals who are in the process of transitioning to roles needing greater leadership and managerial capabilities. For example:

  • Employees About to Progress Into Supervision or Management
  • Current Supervisors Who are Interested in Building Their Management Skills
  • Team Leaders, Site, Operations and Production Supervisors
  • First Time Managers Yet to Receive Management Training
  • Young Employees Identified as ‘High Potential’ Future Managers

Personal Impact

  • How to prepare, deliver and answer questions about a presentation
  • Three keys to effective speaking:
    • Thorough preparation
    • Good delivery
    • Overcoming nervousness
  • Skills of giving feedback to the team and management
  • Communicating effectively with all stakeholders, internal and external to the organisation

 

The Course Content

Day 1:  Developing You as a Leader

  • Effective leadership, adapting styles to meet the needs of those they will manage
  • Making the transition from peer to leader
  • Leadership behaviours
  • The skills and qualities of an effective leader
  • Understanding, establishing and maintaining authority
  • Business awareness, understanding the ‘Bigger Picture’

Day 2:  Leading Others

  • Motivating the team and gaining commitment to objectives and targets, providing feedback and support
  • Motivation from an organisation, leadership and individual perspective
  • Setting SMART objectives and performance standards
  • How to plan activities to meet organisational requirements
  • Delegating, problem solving and decision making

Day 3:  Effective Working Relationships

  • Formal and informal working relationships
  • Internal and external contacts and relationships
  • Working with teams across the organisation
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Building relationships with stakeholders
  • How our behaviours impact on others and how to act positively to demonstrate trust and respect for individuals

Day 4:  Developing Personal Presentation and Communication Skills

  • How to prepare, deliver and answer questions about a presentation
  • Three keys to effective speaking:
    • Thorough preparation
    • Good delivery
    • Overcoming nervousness
  • Skills of giving feedback to the team and management
  • Communicating effectively with all stakeholders, internal and external to the organisation

Day 5:  Building Confidence as a Leader

  • Recognise own personal strengths and weaknesses as a leader and learn from experience whilst planning personal development to improve own performance and leadership skills
  • How to build resilience and manage stress
  • Three Sources of Resilience – Model
  • Building a strong support network
  • Personal Development and Action Planning

Day 6: The Tasks and Responsibilities of Management

  • Defining the role of management (Mintzberg)
  • Leader and manager?
  • The challenges of a new role
  • Key competences of managers at different levels (CMI)
  • Understanding my Strengths and Weaknesses
  • What type of boss will I be?

Day 7: Leading a Team Effectively

  • Understanding the internal context: Organisation’s vision, purpose and aims
  • How the external context impacts the organisation
  • Setting and aligning team objectives
  • Gaining skills in communicating team direction and purpose
  • Belbin Team Roles
  • Embracing diversity and challenge

Day 8: Managing People

  • The HR cycle: Recruitment, Induction, Training & Development, Career Options or Exit
  • The role of manager v role of HR
  • Performance Reviews: Past and Future
  • Motivating for performance and outcomes
  • Coaching methods and skills
  • Managing conflict 

Day 9: Managing Resources

  • Managing projects: Planning, Implementing and Reviewing
  • Assessing and managing risks
  • Setting budgets
  • Managing information
  • Reporting, controlling and adjusting
  • The process of continuous improvement

Day 10: Solving Problems and Making Decisions

  • Understanding and engaging stakeholders
  • Creative problem solving and problem-solving techniques
  • Decision making processes
  • Analysing problems, gathering and interpreting data
  • Implementing action plans and communicating decisions
  • The Monkey Rule: Achieving goals through the effort of others

Providers and Associations

Anderson

Anderson

Aztech Training

Aztech Training

COPEX

COPEX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about this training course.

Absolutely. Coventry Academy provides customised in-house training solutions for organisations seeking a tailored learning experience. The The Leadership and Management Transition training course can be adapted to reflect your organisation's objectives, industry requirements, operational challenges, and strategic priorities. Delivered exclusively for your team, customised training enables organisations to maximise relevance, encourage collaboration, and achieve targeted development outcomes. Our team will be pleased to discuss your requirements and develop a solution that aligns with your goals.

Absolutely! If you’re attending one of our courses at an international venue, we can help
with hotel reservations and entry visas. Just reach out to our Customer Service team:

  • Phone: +971 4 420 8304
  • Fax: +971 4 420 8304
  • Email: info@coventryacademy.com

No prior experience is required to attend the The Leadership and Management Transition training course. The course is designed to accommodate participants from diverse professional backgrounds and varying levels of experience. While some familiarity with the subject matter may help participants gain additional value from certain discussions and activities, the course content is structured to ensure that both newcomers and experienced professionals can fully engage with the learning experience and benefit from the training.

Our dedicated support team is available to assist you with any questions regarding the The Leadership and Management Transition training course, including course content, scheduling, registration, corporate bookings, and customised training solutions. We are committed to providing prompt and professional assistance throughout your learning journey.

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📧 Email: info@coventryacademy.com

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The The Leadership and Management Transition training course is designed to be practical, engaging, and highly interactive. Participants benefit from a dynamic learning environment that combines expert-led presentations, facilitated discussions, case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative learning activities. The focus is on developing knowledge that can be applied immediately within the workplace, ensuring participants gain both valuable insights and practical skills that support improved professional performance.

Your course fees cover:

  • For classroom courses: printed materials, lunch, and refreshments.
  • For online courses: all materials sent to you by email.
  • A certificate of completion or attendance.

You’ll need to make payment before the course starts. Here are your options:

  • Bank draft
  • Cash
  • Credit card
  • Wire transfer

Heads up: If we don’t receive payment before the course begins, we may have to deny
admission.

We delivers training courses in carefully selected professional venues that provide a comfortable and productive learning environment. Classroom-based courses are typically hosted in premium international venues with modern facilities and dedicated training spaces designed to support effective learning. Participants also benefit from a professional setting that encourages networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing with peers from diverse industries and backgrounds.

The The Leadership and Management Transition training course is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge, enhance their capabilities, and achieve greater impact within their organisations. It is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders, technical specialists, consultants, and professionals at all career stages who wish to expand their expertise and stay current with industry developments. Whether you are looking to advance your career, improve workplace performance, or prepare for new responsibilities, this course provides valuable knowledge and practical insights to support your professional growth.

Our courses are led by top-notch international instructors. They’re not just academically qualified—they’ve also got years of real-world experience. They bring practical insights and deep knowledge to every session, making your learning experience truly valuable!

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the The Leadership and Management Transition training course will receive a Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion, recognising their commitment to professional development and continuous learning. This certificate serves as formal evidence of participation and achievement and can support career progression, professional credibility, and ongoing development objectives. Where applicable, details regarding professional development credits or accreditation will be provided within the course information.

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