Developing Management Skills – From Good to Great Leadership

In today’s competitive business landscape, managers and leaders must possess the right balance of technical expertise, interpersonal skills, and strategic thinking to drive organizational success. This Management & Leadership Skills Training is a comprehensive 4-day program designed to equip professionals with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to excel in management and leadership roles.

Participants will explore the fundamentals of management, effective leadership styles, communication mastery, time management, delegation, planning, problem-solving, team building, and stress management. The course is highly interactive, combining case studies, self-assessments, and practical exercises to ensure real-world application.

Ideal for supervisors, managers, and team leaders in the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah) and across the GCC (Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait), this program is also tailored for corporate training needs.

Learning Outcomes & Benefits

By completing this course, participants will:

• Develop a strong foundation in modern management theories and practices.
• Differentiate between leadership and management and apply both effectively.
• Motivate and engage teams for high performance in the Gulf workplace.
• Master strategic communication and active listening to enhance workplace relationships.
• Improve time management, delegation, and planning skills to boost productivity.
• Apply problem-solving and decision-making frameworks for business challenges.
• Lead and build effective teams while fostering a culture of accountability.
• Manage stress, adapt leadership styles, and coach teams for long-term success.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is designed for:

• Current and aspiring supervisors, managers, and team leaders.
• HR professionals and corporate trainers.
• Entrepreneurs and business owners managing teams.
• Professionals seeking career growth in leadership and management roles.
• Corporate groups in the UAE & GCC aiming to enhance workforce performance.

Why Choose Us?

• Expert Trainers with years of corporate management and leadership experience.
• Globally recognized methodologies including Fayol’s principles, situational leadership, and coaching models.
• Flexible formats – available in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across GCC countries.
• KHDA-approved certification (for Dubai-based learners) and corporate participation certificates.
• Customized corporate training solutions for regional businesses.

Course Outline

This 4-day program covers essential leadership and management competencies through interactive learning:

Day One: Foundations of Management

• Introduction to Management & Managerial Roles
• Defining Management vs Leadership
• Building High-Performance Teams
• Eight Common Reasons for Management Failure
• The Management Wheel: Functions & Responsibilities
• Core Management Competencies & Proactive Leadership
• Management vs Execution – Key Differences
• Understanding Competencies & Theories of Management
• Henri Fayol’s 14 Principles of Management
• Overview of Classical & Modern Management Theories

Day Two: Leadership & Communication Excellence

• Situational Leadership & Self-Appraisal
• Essential Leadership Skills, Qualities & Attitudes
• The Challenge of Leadership & Action-Centred Models
• Six Leadership Strategies for Success
• Motivation Drivers & Demotivators in the Gulf Workplace
• Techniques to Motivate & Inspire Teams
• Mastering Business Communication
• The Five Cs of Skilled Communication
• Overcoming Barriers to Effective Communication
• Active Listening & Questioning Techniques
• Non-Verbal Communication & Corporate Messaging

Day Three: Feedback, Behavioural Styles & Time Management

The Johari Window: Self & Team Awareness

• Giving & Receiving Supportive Feedback
• Communication Rules for Leaders
• Assertive vs Aggressive vs Submissive Behaviours
• Effective Time Management Techniques & Tools
• Identifying Personal & Workplace Time Wasters
• Maximizing Productivity During “Prime Time”
• 20 Rules of Time Management for Professionals

Day Four: Strategic Management, Team Building & Stress Control

• Managing Yourself & Others Effectively
• Delegation & Work Allocation Strategies
• Running Successful Meetings with Agendas & Action Minutes
• Strategic Planning with SWOT & PESTLE Analysis
• SMART(ER) Goal Setting & Problem-Solving Methods
• Brainstorming, Mind Mapping & Decision-Making Tools
• Building & Leading High-Performance Teams
• The Coaching Role of Managers (GROWTH Model)
• Stress Awareness, Management & Personal Resilience
• Final Decision-Making Exercise & Course Wrap-Up

Corporates & Regional Coverage

This Management & Leadership Skills Training is particularly suitable for corporate training initiatives in the UAE and GCC. Whether you are based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Riyadh, Muscat, Doha, Manama, or Kuwait City, we offer tailored in-house and virtual programs designed to fit organizational needs.