Leadership in Action 201206 March 2012 - 09 March 2012

Event overview

The event has now passed. If you would like to be notified when bookings open for this and other Vitae events please 'Register your Interest at www.vitae.ac.uk/ryi

Hear why participants in 2011 decided to join, their experience on course and what they will take away - in the 2011 November participant podcast

What will it involve?

The course will be attended by 60 researchers from across the country, from different disciplines and career stages.  The course will be led by a team of experienced facilitators who will work with you throughout the three days to support your learning.  They will be from a variety of backgrounds with experience in leadership, academia and other sectors.

This course takes a ‘learning by doing' approach. There will be presentations on leadership theory, but for the most part, you will be actively participating in challenging sessions and activities. 

Event timings

The course will run from Tuesday 6 March and will finish at approximately 21.00 on Thursday 8 March where the course will close with a final directors farewell dinner and course party. Participants depart after breakfast on Friday 9 March.

Please note: this is an intensive three day residential course.  When registering for the course you will be expected to attend for the full duration.

What's in it for you?

This course offers you the opportunity to:

• explore leadership both in theory and in practice
• work with a team of experienced facilitators from a range of career backgrounds, who will ensure you get the most out of the 3 days
• meet researchers from a variety of disciplines, backgrounds and career stages
• develop your understanding of leadership theory and how to apply it in practice
• receive feedback on your leadership style and how you can develop it
• take a few days out from your research both physically and mentally, and have some space in which to consider yourself and your next steps

Is this course right for you?

Attending this course would be relevant for you if you answer ‘yes' to one or more of the following questions:

Do you want to...

• develop your leadership skills?
• explore the concept of leadership?
• build confidence in your own leadership style?
• give yourself more choices in how you lead
• develop and maintain a sense of direction
• influence people towards a common goal/purpose.

On-course you will: 

• Learn more about your strengths and weaknesses
• Understand your personal values and how you make decisions
• Recognise your achievements and how to use these to create future success 
• Understand the impact you have on those who you are leading
• Identify how these skills can benefit you in your current role

The event has now passed. If you would like to be notified when bookings open for this and other Vitae events please 'Register your Interest at www.vitae.ac.uk/ryi