Managerial Skills

Course summary

Taking the role of managing a team isn't a cakewalk and it requires one to demonstrate a whole lot of skills. This course on 'Managerial skills' is designed to guide the first time managers to help them start strong in their new role. Get things right the first time is something that reminds us to enable the first time managers get acclimated to their new role and get things right from the beginning. The learner gets insights on their new responsibilities, how to choose the right managerial style for any given situation, building a strong team and motivating the team for success, finding and placing the right resources for the right task by effective delegation strategies, doing self-introspection of the skills as a manager and working on self-development.

Learning outcome

By taking up this course, learners will be able to:

  • Perform what is expected of them as a manager
  • Guide the team in the right direction
  • Build trust and confidence among the team members
  • Match talents, skills and abilities to accomplish tasks effectively
  • Coach and train the team to achieve high performance
  • Effectively manage time
  • Handle risks and work through challenges

Modules

Management is both a skill and an art. As a manager, one has to be focused on taking the right road to management. This module focuses on various skills that a new manager will need. The module also offers helpful tips on some of the challenging situations that come in the way of being a manager. The module helps in understanding what to expect and what to do for being an efficient manager.

Being a manager is all about being with people and guiding them in the right direction. This module helps to understand how to achieve team success by directing them in the path of progress through strategic goals, motivation and the required support.

When the proper talents are matched with the right tasks, the results will be remarkable. Effective utilization of resources is the key to efficient management. This module helps the managers to understand the hiring practices, ways to identify the right skill sets for job roles and to place the right team members in the role that they will be delivering to their best.

Being a manager requires one to hone certain essential skills such as time management, planning, organizing, communication and anger management. This module throws light on all these skills that are fundamental to be an efficient manager.

Focusing on one's own development is a foundation to developing others. When a manager develops his/her skills, they inspire their team to develop their skills. The results of self-development are visible both quantitatively and qualitatively. This module deals with the various self-development aspects that needs to be focused on by the managers.

This module comprehensively covers the dynamics of feedback in the workplace, exploring its profound impact on employee productivity. It explains the essential features characterizing constructive feedback and provides a practical guide with five steps for delivering constructive feedback effectively. Additionally, the module elucidates three guidelines for giving feedback, exploring the specific context of employee feedback tailored for managers and leaders.

This module provides the road map for any manager who wants to maintain high employee engagement with passion, purpose, and productivity in every member of their staff. It also delves into the significance of employee engagement and implementing engagement strategies at the workplace.

This course on emerging leaders covers developing leadership skills in individuals who are new to a leadership role or aspire to become leaders. Additionally, the module dives into the strategies to find the emerging leaders in the team, understanding succession planning, building leadership competence, and lastly, how to retain top talents with leadership potential.

This course on group dynamics and people skills explores strategies for cultivating effective teamwork and interpersonal relationships within professional settings. Learners will learn how to navigate group dynamics, promote collaboration, and leverage individual strengths for collective success. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, this course equips participants with essential skills in communication, conflict resolution, and leadership, empowering them to contribute effectively to team dynamics and organizational goals.

This course provides practical guidance on conducting productive one-on-one meetings. Learners will learn effective communication strategies, goal-setting techniques, and methods for providing constructive feedback.

This module empowers learners to become effective mentors by developing essential skills and understanding the key dynamics of mentoring. Learners will explore the qualities that make a great mentor, along with strategies for building and sustaining impactful mentoring relationships.