CMI Level 7 Accredited Strategic Leadership Development for Education Professionals Programme

CMI Level 7 Accredited Strategic Leadership Development for Education Professionals Programme

Course Overview

Overview

This Level 7 leadership development programme is delivered by experienced senior leaders and executive coaches who bring the training to life with a wealth of real-world case studies and stories.

Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) the programme is delivered across three consecutive days followed by three group coaching / action learning sessions which support participants to undertake effective reflection and embed the learning from the taught element into their organisational context.

Delegates will be required to reflect on their leadership style and begin to scope a strategic project to deliver a business outcome in their organisation / area of responsibility.

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Virtual - 22nd - 24th January 2024, 9:15am - 4:30
£2795.00 excl VAT
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Learning Objectives

  • Explore the skills and behaviours of strategic leaders
  • Undertake analysis of their own operating environment identifying strengths and areas for development
  • Understand the intricacies of leading in complex environments
  • Consider how to build and drive organisational culture
  • Gain insight into the psychology that underpins team and group dynamics
  • Explore routes to the delivery of performance outcomes
  • Analyse the practice of delivering effective change
  • Understand the role of organisational development in delivering strategic outcomes
  • By able to identify and design onward professional development activities as a strategic leader

Is this course for you?

CMI Level 7 is designed for senior managers within an organisation and those making strategic-level decisions. This CMI qualification is specifically designed for those in (or aspiring to be in) positions such as: Senior Manager

Training Outcomes

Post-Programme

Once the taught element of the programme concludes and throughout the action learning / group coaching phase learner support continues through regular tutorials

Accreditation Process

This qualification leads to a CMI accredited Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice

Unit Number & Credit Value (CV)

Unit Title

Assessment Method

712

 

CV 10

To pass this unit learners will identify and undertake a strategic management project of their own choosing. Leaders will develop a business case, propose a research design to inform the project’s direction and recommend project management methods and tools to structure the delivery of the project. Leaders will report on project outcomes and reflect on the skills and behaviours which ultimately influence the success of the strategic management project.

Propose a business case, research design and project management proposal before conducting and reporting on the findings of a strategic management project

714

 

CV 9

To pass this unit Leaders will critically reflect on the interrelationship between the skillset and mindset to develop as a strategic leader exploring their own personal, interpersonal and professional competencies and behaviours to lead strategically and deliver impact

Reflective journal and Personal Development Plan

Trainer

Chapel House Training and Consultancy

Accreditation

The Agenda

09:00

Day 1 - The Principles and Practices of Strategic Leadership

On Day 1 participants will explore the complexities of the role and the theoretical perspectives, approaches, behaviours and skills that can enhance professional practice. The session will focus on the leader’s ability to respond creatively to complex organisational challenges and understand how to set and deliver sustainable strategic goals before critically reflecting on the interrelationship between the skillset and mindset to develop as a strategic leader.

09:00

Day 2 - Strategic Operating Environment

Day 2 will support participants to understand the relationship between organisational design and development and the achievement of strategic objectives. Leaders will understand the impact of current and emerging factors which influence the need for agile and adaptive organisations. They will also explore the strategic role of building effective collaborations and partnering arrangements critically assessing the scope and value of such arrangements

09:00

Day 3

Participants will Participants will consider a range of analytical tools, theories and models of change, and creative problem-solving techniques that can be deployed when leading strategic change. They will then explore the relationships between strategic change and delivering performance through people through a number of lenses including organisational culture, and people development approaches that can be used creatively within the leadership role to deliver positive business outcomes

09:00

Day 4 - 3 x 2.5 Hour Sessions

Participants will come together for three facilitated action learning / group coaching sessions once the taught element of the programme concludes.

The first session will take place approximately 4-6 weeks after the taught phase with subsequent sessions scheduled at (approximately) 6-week intervals.

Led by an experienced action-learning facilitator / group coach the sessions will allow participants to further explore and problem solve their operating environment, co-create solutions with their learning cohort, take a deep-dive into their own leadership philosophy and embed the learning with positive intent in their organisational setting

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Testimonials

The course fitted my needs as a manager perfectly. The trainer was adaptable to the needs of the delegates demonstrating her knowledge regarding the topics.

R&I Manager, Homerton Healthcare NHS Trust

Excellent course tutor, plenty of time to discuss experiences and explore own leadership practices.

Senior Specialist Physiotherapist and Team Manager, University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust

Module 1 of this training has already been challenging, inspiring and thought provoking. The balance in methods of teaching and great guidance from Michelle have made the course a genuine pleasure and positive learning experience.

Registered Manager, Oliver Court Ltd

The training received went beyond expectations, we were in the hands of an expert and I felt like it was just the perfect balance of information sharing and trying the techniques out myself. It's been an excellent training experience.

Cancer Experience of Care Programme Manager, NHS England

The level 7 coaching and mentoring training that I did with Michelle was excellent. The group size was perfect and the amount of fun and interaction from participants made it a really brilliant 3 days. I can't wait to go back for module 2.

Operational Lead and Deputy Divisional Manager Camden MSK, UCLH

This was a good programme, delivered well. A safe space was created by the facilitator which was remarkable as we were online. I gained insight practical help and great coaching practise. It was excellent. I would recommend to others.

Chairwoman, Manage Europe Ltd