This interactive masterclass will enable participants to elevate their leadership skills and advance their effectiveness. Participants will evaluate different leadership theories, reflect on their own leadership style and the impact this has on the organisational culture for building trust which promotes an inclusive and diverse environment.

The masterclass consists of the following topics:

• Leadership styles, models, and theories

History of leadership.

The leader as hero/villain/servant.

Leadership v management.

Situational leadership.

Behavioural theories.

Transactional theories.

Transformational theories.

• Using different leadership styles in different situations

Personal reflections on leadership styles.

Compassionate leadership.

• Organisational culture

Handy’s four types of organisational culture.

The leader as role model.

The leader’s role in changing culture.

The impact of inclusion and diversity on leadership.

By the end of the session participants will:

• Understand different leadership styles, models, and theories.
• Know how to use different leadership styles in different situations.
• Understand organisational culture and own role as a leader.
• Understand organisational cultures, inclusion and diversity and their impact on leadership and management.

Over-arching theme relevant to all dimensions and capabilities.