OVERVIEW
This one-day course is designed to provide high-potential senior managers in Asia with the knowledge and skills needed to lead effectively across functions and cultures. The course covers the key concepts of cross-functional leadership and emotional intelligence and provides practical strategies for developing those skills. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, group discussions, and activities, participants will learn how to navigate the complex, multi-cultural environments faced by senior managers in Asia, and develop the skills needed to lead effectively across cultures and functions.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of cross-functional leadership in the Asian business context, and identify the key skills and competencies needed for effective cross-functional leadership.
- Understand the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating the complex, multi-cultural environments faced by senior managers in Asia, and develop the key components of emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills)
- Understand how emotional intelligence can enhance cross-functional leadership and develop strategies for combining cross-functional leadership and emotional intelligence skills.
- Understand the importance of cultural intelligence in cross-functional leadership and develop strategies for leading and managing effectively across cultures.
- Apply the concepts and skills learned through group discussions, activities, and case studies, and develop an action plan for further learning and development.
- Understand the importance of networking and mentoring for further learning and development.
- Typically spans 1 day (9am to 5pm).
- Nonetheless, we can customize both the program’s duration and schedule to cater to unique client requirements (e.g., compact 1-day workshops or extended sessions beyond 3 days).
- Managing Organization/ Managers
- High-potential senior managers
- Mid-level executives who are looking to enhance their cross-functional leadership skills and emotional intelligence
PROGRAM OUTLINE
- Overview of the course and its objectives
- Explanation of cross-functional leadership and emotional intelligence, and how they are particularly relevant for high-potential senior managers in Asia
- Definition and importance of cross-functional leadership, with a focus on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by senior managers in Asia
- Key skills and competencies required for cross-functional leaders, including cultural awareness and global mindset
- Case studies and real-world examples of cross-functional leadership in action, highlighting successful senior managers in Asia
- Definition and importance of emotional intelligence, with a focus on the role of emotional intelligence in navigating the complex, multi-cultural environments faced by senior managers in Asia
- Key components of emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills) and how to develop them
- Techniques for building emotional intelligence, including mindfulness practices and intercultural communication strategies
- How emotional intelligence can enhance cross-functional leadership, with a specific emphasis on how emotional intelligence can help senior managers in Asia to lead effectively across cultures and functions
- Examples of successful cross-functional leaders who also exhibit high emotional intelligence, with a focus on senior managers in Asia
- Strategies for developing both cross-functional leadership and emotional intelligence skills, including goal setting, mentoring, and networking
- Participants will be divided into small groups to discuss and share their own experiences with cross-functional leadership and emotional intelligence, with a focus on the unique challenges faced by senior managers in Asia
- Group activities will be provided to help participants apply the concepts and skills learned in the course, including role-playing exercises, case studies, and action planning
- Summary of key takeaways from the course, highlighting how the concepts and skills learned can be applied by senior managers in Asia
- Additional resources for further learning and development, including books, articles, and online courses
- Evaluation and feedback forms for participants to provide feedback on the course, as well as suggestions for future learning and development opportunities.
PROGRAM METHODOLOGY
- Hands-on Activities: Practical exercises to reinforce theoretical concepts.
- Group Discussions: Opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and exchange of ideas.
- Role Plays: Simulations of realistic situations to build practical skills.
- Feedback Sessions: Reviews and reflections to encourage improvement.
- Problem-solving Exercises: Develop critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Experiential Learning: Learning by doing, promoting active involvement.
- Interactive Lectures: Engaging presentations by experts in the field.
- Case Studies: Real-world scenarios for learners to apply their knowledge.
- Quizzes & Tests: Regular assessments to track learning progress.
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