Course Description
In today’s dynamic and interconnected workplace, emotional intelligence (EI) stands as a pivotal skill for transformative leadership. This course builds on foundational leadership principles by diving deep into the science and application of EI, equipping participants to lead with authenticity, adaptability, and impact. EI is not just about understanding emotions but also about leveraging them to build trust, resolve conflicts, and inspire others.
Course Outline
- Psychological Safety and Emotional Intelligence
- Cognitive Dissonance and Belonging
- Cognitive Flexibility and Mindfulness for Inclusive Leadership
What You Will Learn
Upon completion of this course, you will:
- Evaluate Emotional Intelligence Competencies in Leadership Context.
- Enhance Emotional Self Awareness and Regulation.
- Build and Strength Emotional Resilience.
- Foster Empathy and Inclusive Team Dynamics.
- Apply Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Challenges.
- Translate Emotional Intelligence into Leadership Practices.
Microcredential
This course provides learners with the opportunity to earn a microcredential. A microcredential is evidence of a skill or competency that is employment related. Dalhousie microcredentials are developed in collaboration with employers, industries, and/or organizations that relate to the content. A microcredential can be displayed on social media pages, digital resumes, personal webpages, and in email signatures. To earn the microcredential in this course, learners will need to successfully complete a competency-based assessment.
Notes
The Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development recommends an intermediate level of English language proficiency for the most effective learning and participation in our online and face-to-face courses. A list of minimum recommended scores on some common English tests can be found on our website. If you have questions about your English language proficiency and ability to succeed in this course, please contact openlearning@dal.ca.
Prerequisites
Recommended For
The course is recommended for professionals seeking to grow as leaders by improving their emotional intelligence and mindfulness.Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Certificate in Inclusive Leadership : Required
Celina Caesar-Chavannes is a business consultant, coach and international speaker, who currently serves part time as the Sr. Advisor, EDI Initiatives and Adjunct Lecturer at Queen’s University. Her new memoir, “Can You Hear Me Now?” was published by Random House Canada, in February 2021 and was selected as a finalist for the 2021 Shaughnessy Cohen prize for political writing and a book award finalist for the Speaker of Ontario Legislature. Her new leadership development app, MaximizingU, is available on Google Play and the App Store.