Why This Program?
This program is for individuals that want to make a positive impact in their organizations by learning to lead strategically, communicate effectively and understand how to develop relationships and influence at all levels of the business. Participants in this program participate in four full-day and four half-day sessions facilitated by subject matter experts that prepare them to apply learning immediately in their organization. Leaders who complete this program can:
- Change their communication and leadership style based on the individual and the situation.
- Build teams focused on the strengths of team members.
- Lead relevant and effective meetings.
- Coach team members while providing valuable and consistent feedback.
- Negotiate contracts internally between departments or with external vendors and stakeholders.
- Lead strategically and collaborate cross-functionally.
What You'll Learn
- How to delegate, prioritize and motivate your team.
- Differences in work styles, values and motivation.
- Opportunities to leverage generational differences on your team.
- The “Getting to Yes” negotiation model.
- Methods to improve interpersonal dynamics.
- How to design a presentation that relates to your audience.
- Methods to lead and participate in difficult conversations.
Career Possibilities
Participants that complete the full course earn the Leadership Essentials Certificate Digital Badge at the completion of the program. This badge is a representation of your learning outcome and experience in the program. Your learning can be verified by current and future employers online through this digital badge easily and securely. You can also share your badge with anyone you like via:
- Embedded in a Website
- Resume
A viewer can click on your badge and view the details of your learning achievement.
Program Details
| Program Fee |
Early Registration Program Fee: $4,800 - Must register before December 10, 2026 Regular Registration Program Fee: $5,400 |
| Program Length | Eight classes presented in four full-day and four half-day sessions |
| Program Format | Fully in-person |
| Program Day/Time | Full-days: 8:00am-4:30pm. Half-days: 8:00am-12:30pm |
| Start Date | February 24, 2027 |
| Early Registration Period | November 9, 2026 - December 9, 2026 |
| Regular Registration Period | December 10, 2026 - February 10, 2027 |
| Attendance Policy | Must participate in seven of the eight sessions |
| Topics Covered | MBTI & Team Dynamics, Leading the Generations, Difficult Conversations & Managing Conflict, Strengths Based Leadership, Negotiation, Prioritization, Time Management & Effective Meetings, Hiring the Right Candidate, Presentation Skills |
| Alumni Discount | Belmont University Alumni receive 10% discount |
"As a new supervisor/manager, Leadership Essentials was so helpful in helping me grow to be an effective manager. To be in the room with experienced managers was great to hear the struggles that they endure even as seasoned leaders. Our class bonded to a level of being a point of reference for each other. "
Faculty
Dr. Lee Warren
Email: lee.warren@belmont.edu
Office Location: Barbara Massey Hall 336
Dr. Melanie Lashlee Adams
John H. Thalheimer, M.S.
Michael W. Gardner
Full Program Schedule
Fully In-person at Belmont University Eight classes presented in four full day & four half day sessions
| Date | Session |
|---|---|
| February 24 Full Day |
MBTI & Team Dynamics |
| February 25 Half Day |
Generations in the Workplace |
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March 17 |
Difficult Conversations & Conflict Management |
| March 18 Half Day |
Hiring the Right Candidate |
| April 14 Half Day |
Prioritization, Time Management & Effective Meetings |
| April 15 Full Day |
Negotiation Skills |
| May 12 Full Day |
Presentation Skills |
| May 13 Half Day |
Strengths Based Leadership |
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Course Fee
$4,800 (Early Registration)
$5,400 (Regular Registration)
Registration Deadline
December 10, 2026 (Early Registration)
February 10, 2027 (Regular Registration)
