In today's dynamic business environment, effective leadership is more critical than ever. A study from Brimco found that only 13% of employees worldwide feel engaged at work, proving how much leadership impacts motivation and productivity. And according to McKinsey, companies with solid leadership development programs are 13 times more likely to outperform their competitors. Simply put, better leadership leads to better results.



Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success
This course is part of Leadership that Delivers Specialization


Instructors: Catherine Mattice
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What you'll learn
Define strategic leadership and develop a strategic and compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals and drives long-term success.
Implement strategies for communicating the vision, leading organizational change, and overcoming resistance to new initiatives.
Evaluate workplace culture dynamics and design initiatives that promote a positive, high-performance environment.
Apply strategies to lead with agility, enhance presence, and resolve challenges through communication and negotiation.
Skills you'll gain
- Culture Transformation
- Visionary
- Trustworthiness
- Decision Making
- Business Leadership
- Empathy
- Change Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Strategic Leadership
- Organizational Strategy
- Negotiation
- Workplace inclusivity
- Organizational Change
- Communication
- Conflict Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Leadership
- Executive Presence
- Drive Engagement
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May 2025
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In this course, you’ll explore the core principles of strategic leadership and how to apply them in today’s fast-changing business world. Through real-world scenarios and practical tools, you’ll learn to craft a compelling vision, lead change with clarity and empathy, and make confident, high-impact decisions. You’ll also dive into emotional intelligence, communication strategies, and cultural dynamics to build trust, eliminate toxic behaviors, and foster a high-performance workplace.
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