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Universidad Carlos iii de Madrid

Impact Leadership

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Human capital is the most valuable resource for an organization. Empirical evidence shows that diversity of ideas and ways of thinking leads to complex problem solving and promotes innovation in organizations, leading to stronger performance and results.

Do you know the difference between diversity, equity and inclusion? Do you know the difference between a manager and a leader? Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?

Our Impact Leadership course is designed to empower leaders to drive meaningful change while achieving exceptional business results. Here’s why you should join:

Diversity, Equity and inclusion foster diverse perspectives, driving innovation and equitable practices, ultimately creating significant positive impact for organizations and society.

Effective leadership begins with accountability. Learn how to set high standards for yourself and your team, ensuring that every action aligns with principles of integrity and responsibility. Discover the powerful synergy between profitability and purpose. There’s no trade-off—impact leadership enhances both societal impact and business success.

By putting people at the center of your strategy and incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion in your employer branding, you create a representative workplace, foster trust, and attract top talent. Embracing the concept of 'shared value' means acknowledging the interdependence of economic and social progress. This approach uses business principles to address social issues, creating economic returns and improving both your business results and societal impact. Impact refers to the significant positive change created.

Join us in this course from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid to redefine what it means to be a successful leader. Elevate your leadership, drive positive change, and lead with impact. Enroll in our Impact Leadership course today and become the change-agent your organization and society need.

Syllabus

Module 1. Management and managers

1.1. Management

1.2. Managers

1.3. The impact of management on the organizational culture

Module 2. Managing people, ethics and diversity in organizations

2.1. Ethical behavior in organizations

2.2. Managing in a global context

2.3. People management

2.4 Differences between diversity and inclusion

Module 3. Leading individuals and teams

3.1. The concept of leadership

3.2. Leadership theories from a evolutionary perspective

3.3. Transformational leadership and transactional leadership: differences

Module 4. Inclusive leadership

4.1. Emotional intelligence and leadership

4.2. Leadership and gender

4.3. The importance of inclusive leadership

4.4. Inclusive leadership as a catalyst for innovation and success in organizations

4.5. A practical guide to become an inclusive leader

Module 5. Impact leadership

5.1. Creating shared value

5.2. The impact revolution

5.3. Impact as a driver of competitive advantage

5.4. A practical guide to become an impact leader

5.5. Impact leadership programs in practice

Taught by

Carmen Paz-Aparicio

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