The Art of Making Leaders

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Course Introduction

The Art of Making Leaders training course is designed to equip new managers and supervisors with essential skills for effective leadership and team management. This training course emphasizes practical strategies for proactive planning, strong communication, and building productive relationships. Participants will gain insights into how to motivate teams, manage time efficiently, and address challenges with confidence. By the end of this course, attendees will be prepared to lead with clarity, purpose, and influence in any organizational setting.

Through interactive learning and real-world examples, this leadership training course helps participants understand the dynamics of modern management. Attendees will explore the key differences between leadership and management, discover how to align team goals with organizational objectives, and learn techniques for fostering collaboration and innovation within their teams.

Key Highlights of the Training:

  • Master the foundational skills required for new managers and supervisors
  • Learn effective goal setting, planning, and strategic thinking
  • Enhance communication and human interaction skills for stronger relationships
  • Understand team building, motivation, and performance management techniques
  • Develop the ability to navigate challenges in dynamic and evolving workplaces

Objectives

This Art of Making Leaders training course aims to develop participants into confident and effective leaders. Attendees will gain practical skills and strategies to excel in managerial roles while fostering a productive and positive work environment.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Build essential skills for new managers and supervisors to lead confidently
  • Set clear, achievable goals and plan work efficiently in alignment with organizational strategies
  • Support strategic thinking and enhance customer-focused approaches
  • Apply positive techniques to strengthen professional relationships and teamwork
  • Implement methods for team building, motivating employees, and improving performance
  • Communicate effectively to drive productivity and reduce misunderstandings
  • Understand the importance of performance standards, objectives, and continuous improvement

Training Methodology

The Art of Making Leaders training course combines interactive sessions, practical exercises, and real-world case studies to ensure effective learning. Participants engage in discussions and activities that mirror real workplace scenarios, allowing them to immediately apply their learning to their roles. The course is designed to encourage reflection, collaboration, and hands-on practice, helping managers develop both confidence and competence in their leadership abilities.

Our approach emphasizes active participation and skill-building over theory alone. Participants learn to analyze challenges, make informed decisions, and implement solutions in a structured yet flexible environment. By the end of the course, attendees will have developed actionable strategies for goal setting, team management, communication, and performance enhancement. This methodology ensures that learning is not only retained but also implemented successfully in their professional roles.

Who Should Attend?

The Art of Making Leaders training course is ideal for professionals stepping into management and supervisory roles. It is designed for individuals who aspire to lead teams effectively and want to develop the skills necessary to achieve organizational and personal success.

This course is highly beneficial for:

  • Newly appointed managers and supervisors looking to strengthen their leadership skills
  • Potential leaders aiming to develop key management competencies
  • Professionals responsible for managing teams in any industry, business, or organization
  • Individuals seeking to improve team performance, motivation, and collaboration
  • Managers who want to enhance communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues
  • Professionals keen to develop strategic thinking and goal-oriented planning abilities

Course Outline

Day 1: Leadership Skills Required of a New Manager / Supervisor

  • Understanding of your management and supervisory leadership skills and development needs
  • Challenges managers and supervisors face in a VUCA world
  • The difference between leadership and management and the role of the manager
  • Identifying how organisations evolve and change over time
  • The new thinking about leadership in today’s successful organisations
  • Understanding the managers role in supporting strategic management and customer focus

Day 2: Importance of Goal Setting and Planning for a New Manager / Supervisor

  • Developing goals and objectives that align with the company’s strategic and business plan
  • Developing and maintaining personal goals, objectives and actions
  • Developing a concept of planning based on recognised tools and approaches and standardised principles
  • Identifying the role of stakeholders in effective planning
  • Using a planning process to set planning goals and get work started
  • Developing and implementing goals and plans with your team

Day 3: Time Management and Communication as Effective Disciplines for New Managers / Supervisors

  • Understanding how time is used in the working situation by self and others
  • Determining the challenges for effective time management
  • Using a process to identify time issues and solutions to the issues
  • Learning how delegation and empowerment are used in time management
  • Using effective communication to foster efficiency
  • Understanding the impacts of verbal and non-verbal communication on time management and performance

Day 4: How New Managers / Supervisors Build Effective Working Relationships

  • Characteristics of effective working relationships
  • Identification of the personal communication and relationship building styles and approaches
  • Exploring your strengths and challenges when building working relationships
  • Tools and approaches to support the development of trust with colleagues and others
  • Understanding stages of team development and how it can be supported and managed
  • Understanding how to work effectively with different personalities and styles

Day 5: Developing Personal and Work Group Improvement Plans

  • Encouraging and supporting innovation and creativity leading to improvements
  • Understanding and managing interpersonal work group dynamics and relationships
  • Identification of the differing responses to change within teams and colleagues
  • Dealing with change resistance
  • Developing action plans for personal and work group improvement

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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Yes, and we'd love to make that happen. COPEX  specialises in fully customised in-house training, adapting course content to align with your organisation's unique goals, culture, and industry demands. Get in touch with us directly and we'll craft the right solution for your team.

Yes, the choice is yours. The The Art of Making Leaders Training Course  runs in a traditional classroom setting across various international locations, and it's also available as a live online programme for those who prefer to learn from wherever they are. Pick the format that fits your lifestyle and schedule best.

Not at all. The The Art of Making Leaders Training Course doors are open to everyone, regardless of your background or how many years you've been in the industry. That said, having some familiarity with the subject area can help you get even more out of the experience.

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Expect an engaging, hands-on journey — not a room full of slides and passive listening. COPEX’s delivery blends presentations with group discussions, real-world case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative workshops. The goal is simple: everything you learn, you can use immediately back at work.

You'll be in good hands. COPEX hosts its courses in premium 4-star and 5-star hotels, with professional, fully equipped training spaces designed for focus and comfort. Throughout each day, you'll enjoy refreshment breaks with coffee and snacks, plus a complimentary lunch following every session.

This The Art of Making Leaders Training Course welcomes professionals from all walks of corporate life — whether you're a seasoned manager, an emerging team leader, a subject-matter specialist, or simply someone driven to grow in their field. If you're serious about advancing your career and deepening your expertise, this course was built with you in mind.

Absolutely. Every participant who successfully completes the The Art of Making Leaders Training Course earns an COPEX Certificate of Completion — a recognised mark of professional achievement. Depending on the specific course, it may also qualify for Training credits, which will be clearly noted in the course details.

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