Description
Leadership & Management in Higher Education: Navigating Academia
Day 1: Foundations of Leadership in Higher Education
Module 1: Understanding Leadership in Higher Education
Module 2: Leadership Styles and Their Impact
Module 3: Ethical Leadership and Decision-Making
Day 2: Strategic Management in Higher Education
Module 4: Strategic Planning and Visioning
- Understanding the strategic planning process in universities
- Crafting a compelling vision and mission for academic units
- Aligning strategic goals with institutional priorities
Module 5: Change Management in Academia
- Managing change in academic environments
- Overcoming resistance to change among faculty and staff
- Tools and techniques for successful change implementation
Module 6: Resource Allocation and Financial Management
- Budgeting and financial planning in higher education
- Effective allocation of resources to support academic initiatives
- Financial sustainability and accountability in academic management
Day 3: Navigating the Academic Environment
Module 7: Governance and Policy in Higher Education
- Understanding the governance structure of universities
- Roles and responsibilities of academic leaders in governance
- Developing and implementing academic policies
Module 8: Building and Leading Effective Academic Teams
- Strategies for building cohesive and high-performing teams
- Leading diverse and interdisciplinary teams
- Conflict resolution and negotiation skills in academia
Module 9: Academic Quality Assurance and Accreditation
- Ensuring academic quality and standards
- Understanding accreditation processes and requirements
- Continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and research
Day 4: Integrating Technology in Leadership and Management
Module 10: Leveraging Technology for Academic Leadership
- The role of technology in modern academic leadership
- Utilizing data analytics for informed decision-making
- Enhancing communication and collaboration through technology
Module 11: Managing Online and Blended Learning Environments
- Leadership in online and hybrid learning settings
- Supporting faculty in the integration of technology in teaching
- Ensuring the quality and integrity of online education
Module 12: Cybersecurity and Data Management in Higher Education
- Protecting institutional data and intellectual property
- Understanding cybersecurity threats and mitigation strategies
- Data management policies and compliance with regulations
Day 5: Leadership Development and Future Trends
Module 13: Professional Development and Lifelong Learning for Academic Leaders
- Creating a personal leadership development plan
- Opportunities for ongoing professional growth in higher education
- Networking and mentorship for academic leaders
Module 14: Future Trends in Higher Education Leadership
- Emerging challenges and opportunities in academic leadership
- The impact of globalization and internationalization on higher education
- Preparing for the future of higher education leadership
Module 15: Capstone Project and Presentation
- Participants work on a leadership and management project relevant to their institution
- Presentation of capstone projects and peer feedback
- Reflection on course learnings and application to their roles
Description
Course Objective:
The primary objective of this course is to equip academic leaders with the advanced knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to effectively lead and manage within the complex and evolving environment of higher education. Participants will explore key leadership theories, strategic management practices, and the integration of technology in academic leadership. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and Apply Leadership Theories: Gain a deep understanding of various leadership theories and styles, and learn how to apply them effectively in the academic context to inspire and guide faculty, staff, and students.
- Develop and Implement Strategic Plans: Master the process of strategic planning and visioning within higher education institutions, aligning goals with institutional priorities, and managing change to achieve long-term success.
- Navigate the Academic Governance and Policy Environment: Acquire the skills to effectively navigate university governance structures, develop and implement academic policies, and ensure academic quality and standards through accreditation and continuous improvement.
- Integrate Technology in Leadership and Management: Learn how to leverage technology for enhanced decision-making, communication, and collaboration, as well as how to manage online and blended learning environments and ensure cybersecurity and data management in higher education.
- Enhance Professional Development and Leadership Capabilities: Foster a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, understanding emerging trends in higher education leadership, and preparing to address future challenges and opportunities in the academic environment.
General Notes
GENERAL NOTES
i. The clients have many options on where they would wish to have the training
ii. The client should communicate their preferred training venue at least seven days before the training date failure to which the training shall take place in Nairobi.
iii. This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.
iii. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
iv. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a Chania finance consultancy certificate.
v. The onsite training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, tea at 10am, lunch, tea at 4pm, training venue and a certificate on completion. Accommodation and travel may be arranged for our participants upon request.
vi. The online training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, and a certificate on completion.
Available at the following Venues
- Nairobi Kenya.
- Google Meet
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