Leadership in Action and Planning

Leadership in Action and Planning

This course is part of Leading Technical Organizations Specialization

Instructors: Alton Harris

What you'll learn

Learn to create comprehensive strategic plans and effectively lead organizational change while building lasting coalitions for collaborative success.
Gain the ability to identify key factors influencing strategic planning, change leadership, and coalition building for organizational impact.
Develop advanced leadership skills to drive change, make strategic decisions, and build powerful coalitions that align with organizational goals.

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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

The course "Leadership in Action and Planning" provides practical skills and strategies for advancing your leadership capabilities in organizational settings. Focusing on strategic planning, change leadership, and coalition building, you'll gain the tools necessary to drive success and growth within any organization. Through real-world scenarios, you will learn how to develop comprehensive strategic plans, lead organizational change effectively, and create powerful alliances to enhance influence and collaboration.

What sets this course apart is its focus on actionable leadership principles that can be applied immediately to both senior and emerging leaders. Whether you’re refining your existing skills or developing your leadership potential, the insights and methods offered will help you navigate complex leadership challenges with confidence and clarity. By the end of this course, you’ll have a deeper understanding of leadership as a strategic force, making you better equipped to lead, inspire, and succeed in high-stakes environments.

This course focuses on advanced leadership skills, including strategic planning, change management, and coalition building. You will also develop a comprehensive 10-year personal and professional strategic plan to guide long-term success.

What's included

1 video3 readings

Explore the key factors driving the need for strategic planning and learn to differentiate between strategic issues and decision alternatives. Gain practical skills in developing a comprehensive strategic plan.