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Mastering Leadership and Management

A practical executive short course covering leadership styles, decision-making, delegation, performance culture and change leadership, for managers, directors and aspiring senior leaders.

Overview

Course overview

This leadership and management short course is designed for professionals who want to lead with greater confidence, clarity and impact. Covering adaptive leadership styles, team motivation, performance culture, delegation and change management, the programme is built around real-world application. Learners work through structured frameworks, case discussions and practical exercises that translate directly into the workplace. Delivered live online or on campus in London, this executive short course equips managers and leaders with a toolkit they can apply from day one.

What you will study

01Leadership styles
02Decision-making
03Team motivation
04Performance culture
05Delegation
06Action planning
07Change leadership
08Emotional intelligence
09Executive presence
10Strategic influence

Who is this for?

Designed for middle managers, senior leaders, team leads and ambitious professionals preparing for greater leadership responsibility. Suitable for those in corporate, public sector and entrepreneurial environments who want to develop stronger management capability.

Learning outcome

Graduates leave with a stronger personal leadership framework, the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams, and a clear action plan for applying leadership and management principles in their organisation.

Assessment and delivery style

Teaching is designed to be interactive, applied and professionally relevant. Activities may include case discussion, guided exercises, workplace examples, short presentations, reflective planning and tutor-led feedback.

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    What students say about this course

    Ishita Bhatia
    Ishita BhatiaIndia

    I joined because I was dealing with being promoted without formal leadership training. What helped most was the focus on decision-making. It was explained in a way that felt practical rather than unnecessarily complicated. The biggest change is that I can now choose a more suitable leadership approach.

    Ben King
    Ben KingAustralia

    Before starting, my main concern was avoiding difficult conversations. The tutor broke down performance culture into manageable steps and made space for questions without making anyone feel behind. The workload was manageable when I kept up each week. Most importantly, I can now communicate change with less confusion without relying only on guesswork.

    Jack Taylor
    Jack TaylorUnited Kingdom

    I had been putting this off because of taking on too much myself. There was enough challenge to make me think without making the material inaccessible. I found the discussions about change management especially valuable because they showed that there is rarely one automatic answer. The course gave me a practical starting point, and I can now delegate with clearer expectations.

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    FAQ

    Questions people ask before enquiring

    Who is this leadership and management course for?

    Managers, team leaders and aspiring leaders who want to lead high-performing teams with more confidence and skill. It suits both new and experienced managers.

    Do I need management experience to join?

    No. It works for both first-time managers and those with experience, building practical skills either way. See becoming a manager without a business degree.

    How much does it cost, and how long is it?

    The fee is £688 for a blended executive short course delivered over about six weeks, mixing live online sessions with self-paced study.

    More questions people ask
    What is the difference between leadership and management?

    Management is about running things well - planning, organising, delivering; leadership is about direction, people and change. Strong managers do both, which this course develops.

    Why does so much leadership training fail to stick?

    Because it stays theoretical and is not practised on real challenges. This course is built around application. See why leadership training fails.

    Will I learn how to delegate properly?

    Yes - effective delegation is a core skill, and it means empowering people, not abdicating responsibility. See delegation, not abdication.

    Can I lead a team without a business degree?

    Yes - leadership is about capability and behaviour, not a specific degree. See leading without a business degree.

    How do I lead a high-performing team?

    By setting clear direction, building trust, giving good feedback and developing your people - all covered in the course.

    Will using data make me a better manager?

    Yes - a basic grasp of the numbers sharpens decisions and credibility. See statistical literacy for managers.

    Is this relevant for women moving into leadership?

    Yes - it supports all aspiring leaders, and the wider landscape is covered in women in leadership in the UK.

    How is this different from an academic management qualification?

    It is a practical executive short course focused on skills you can use immediately, rather than a long academic programme. For a formal route, see NVQ Level 3 in management and leadership.

    Online or on campus?

    Both routes are available and taught by the same tutors - choose flexibility or in-person immersion.

    Do I get a certificate?

    Yes - you receive a certificate from London School of Business UK on completion.