With a focus on the fundamental competencies: interpersonal skills, written and oral communication, continual learning, and public service motivation, the Aspiring Leader Program theme is “Leadership Foundations.” The program gives high-potential individuals the confidence and training they need to set and meet personal and professional goals, expand their network, and broaden their experience.
Designed for professionals who desire a better understanding of leadership and the intent to take charge of their career, the ALP curriculum challenges participants to increase the capacity of their current skills, knowledge, and awareness.
Target Audience
This program is for you if you are eager to learn the foundational skills to enhance your professional capabilities, would like to develop skills to achieve personal success, want to grow in your career but need guidance on what steps are required to make it happen, and need assistance in creating your personal brand.
This course includes:
- 10 days of live, project-based training from experts
- Verified digital certificate of completion
- Learn at an accredited institution
- Credits: 6.0 CEUs
What You'll Learn at a Glance
- Assess and identify current skills and competencies to improve performance
- Develop a plan outlining individual career development goals.
- Identify barriers and strategies for overcoming challenges.
- Create a personal framework for practicing leadership.
- Provide participants with foundational leadership skills.
Course Syllabus
Module 1: Setting the Stage for Career Growth
- Participate in the program overview and understand requirements for completion.
- Develop a personalized Career Blueprint to guide professional growth.
- Strengthen written communication skills through the Fundamentals of Writing session.
- Enhance public speaking abilities with targeted presentation skills training.
- Learn strategies for building and maintaining a strong professional network.
Module 2: Leadership Skills for Long-Term Success
- Master effective interpersonal communication techniques for professional environments.
- Navigate workplace conflict using practical strategies for resolution.
- Foster a results-driven culture to improve team and organizational performance.
- Deliver a Career Portfolio presentation showcasing development and achievements.
- Celebrate program completion at the Graduation Ceremony.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
