An Intensive 10-day Training Course

The Oxford Next-Level Leadership Masterclass

Modules

This course is split in two modules:

Module 1: The Oxford Emerging Leader Development Program
Module 2: Mastering the Art of Presence & Influence

Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.

Training Methodology

This highly interactive The Oxford Next-Level Leadership Masterclass training course uses a variety of approaches to learning, including in-room and online games and challenges, role-play and practice, experiential group activities; individual visioning exercises; and syndicate discussions.

A key part of the learning process is sharing the differing work and life experiences participants bring to the table. It offers an opportunity to experiment with novel, and sometimes challenging techniques within a safe and creative environment.

Course Outline

Module 1: The Oxford Emerging Leader Development Program

Day 1

Understanding Leadership Competences

Key principles for emerging leaders
The nine essential leadership qualities and competencies
Assess your personal profile and preferences
Identify your strengths and areas for development
Leading with passion and integrity
Building trust with integrity and openness’s
Introduction to managing performance and leading others
The bottom line: what your organization and others expect from you

Day 2

How to Lead through Excellent Communication

The principles of effective communication: clear, concise, and compelling
Winning communication strategies and growing your self-awareness
Knowing how to present with confidence and impact
Advanced questioning and listening skills for improved coaching
Understanding conflict and how to resolve it
Communication with different personality styles
The importance of empathy and applying emotional intelligence

Day 3

Developing Proactive Leadership Strategies

How to build a team using role definition and team building
How to effectively manage and lead change and improvement
How to build a culture focused on performance and achievement
Learning proven strategies for leadership success
Making coaching and performance appraisal really effective
How to develop your own strengths and abilities

Day 4

Leadership Through Better Problem Solving and Decision Making

Definition of problem solving; creative thinking and critical thinking
Eight steps for identifying problems and creating solutions
Types of decisions and making winning decisions
Developing solutions through brainstorming and creative thinking
Decision making models and methods

Day 5

Developing Peak Performance Leadership

How to apply different ways to motivate people to shape peak performance
Developing a powerful, positive leadership mindset and attitude
Using influence, persuasion, and personal power to get greater results
Understanding positive, Win-Win assertiveness in Leadership
Managing your time, priorities and managing pressure and stress

Module 2: Mastering the Art of Presence & Influence

Day 6

The Link between Influence and Relationships

Defining the Characteristics of Required to Influence Others
Where are you and those you wish to Influence on the Change Curve?
What are the blockages we face when influencing others?
The Importance of Accommodating Different Learning Styles
The Fight, Freeze, or Flight: How the brain works?
Unconscious Bias and How We Filter Information
Understanding Different Behavioural Styles
Emotional Intelligence and Influence

Day 7

Building Your Personal Effectiveness Toolkit

The Influence Model
The Critical Elements of the Influencing Model Explained and Demonstrated
Listening with Intent
Asking Better Questions to Understand Truly
The Importance of Building in Flexibility to Any Idea or Proposal
Influencing Decision Making at Work
Influencing Others to Make More Informed Decisions
How to Use Decision Making Tools in Practice

Day 8

Negotiation in Practice

Explaining What Negotiation Is and Isn’t
An Introduction to Negotiations
Negotiation Skills in Business and Life
Understanding Negotiation Parameters
Preparing for Your Negotiations
Learning How to Identify Negotiable Variables – What do I trade?
The Principles of the WAP (Walk Away Point) and Why It Is Important

Day 9

Delivering a Best in Class Presentation

What makes Memorable Speech?
Presentation Top Tips
Introduction and Use of the INTRO Formula
Using Intonation for Effect
Exploring the Role of Non-Verbal Communication When Presenting
PowerPoint Do’s and Don’ts
Using Stories and Visualisation to Enhance Your Message
How to Control Nerves like a Professional
Creating a Personal Vocal Checklist

Day 10

Building Your Sphere of Influence

Understanding the Sphere of Influence
Creating a Personal Influence Map
Consideration of Influencing Tactics
Developing a Personal “Plan of Action” for Your Return to Work
Building Your Personal Resource Library

Certificate

Oxford Management Centre Certificate will be provided to delegates who successfully completed the training course.

Accreditation

Duration

10 Days

Format

Language

English