Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Women in Leadership and Governance Training Course

Course Introduction

Women in Leadership and Governance is a transformative professional training course designed to empower women leaders, executives, managers, policymakers, and governance professionals with practical knowledge and advanced skills in leadership development, corporate governance, strategic decision-making, executive presence, gender-responsive leadership, organizational transformation, stakeholder engagement, policy influence, negotiation, board leadership, change management, and inclusive governance. The course focuses on strengthening women's capacity to lead effectively, influence policy, drive organizational performance, and contribute to sustainable development through ethical and inclusive leadership.

As organizations, governments, and institutions increasingly recognize the value of diversity and inclusive leadership, women leaders play a critical role in driving innovation, improving governance, strengthening accountability, and fostering sustainable growth. This course provides participants with practical tools and strategies to overcome leadership barriers, enhance professional influence, strengthen governance capabilities, and advance into senior leadership and decision-making positions.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in leadership assessment, governance frameworks, communication strategies, strategic planning, negotiation, mentoring, and organizational leadership. Through practical exercises, collaborative learning, leadership simulations, and real-world case studies, participants will develop competencies required to excel in leadership and governance roles.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand leadership and governance principles from a gender-inclusive perspective.
2. Strengthen strategic leadership and decision-making capabilities.
3. Develop effective communication, influence, and stakeholder engagement skills.
4. Enhance governance, accountability, and ethical leadership practices.
5. Build confidence, executive presence, and professional credibility.
6. Apply negotiation and conflict management techniques effectively.
7. Promote diversity, inclusion, and gender-responsive leadership.
8. Strengthen board leadership and governance competencies.
9. Lead organizational change and transformation initiatives successfully.
10. Develop personal leadership growth and career advancement strategies.

Organization Benefits

Organizations sponsoring participants will benefit through:

1. Enhanced leadership diversity and inclusion.
2. Improved governance and decision-making effectiveness.
3. Increased employee engagement and workplace equity.
4. Stronger succession planning and leadership pipelines.
5. Improved organizational performance and innovation.
6. Enhanced stakeholder trust and organizational reputation.
7. Better talent retention and professional development outcomes.
8. Increased collaboration, teamwork, and productivity.
9. Stronger ethical leadership and accountability practices.
10. Sustainable organizational growth through inclusive leadership.

Target Participants

• Women Executives and Senior Managers
• Board Members and Directors
• Government Officials
• Policy Makers
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Human Resource Managers
• Project Managers
• Governance and Compliance Professionals
• Development Practitioners
• Nonprofit and NGO Leaders
• Academic and Institutional Leaders
• Team Leaders and Supervisors
• Leadership Development Professionals
• Women Aspiring to Leadership Positions
• Corporate and Public Sector Professionals

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Women’s Leadership and Governance

• Principles of leadership and governance excellence
• Gender-responsive leadership and inclusive governance
• Leadership styles and personal leadership assessment
• Ethical leadership and accountability frameworks
• Understanding governance structures and board responsibilities
• Case Study: Successful women leaders transforming organizations

Module 2: Strategic Leadership and Executive Decision-Making

• Strategic thinking and leadership effectiveness
• Executive decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Organizational vision, mission, and strategic alignment
• Risk management and leadership accountability
• Driving innovation and organizational performance
• Case Study: Women leaders driving strategic transformation

Module 3: Communication, Influence, and Stakeholder Engagement

• Leadership communication and executive presence
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Persuasion, influence, and advocacy strategies
• Building professional networks and partnerships
• Case Study: Effective stakeholder engagement in leadership roles

Module 4: Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, and Change Leadership

• Negotiation techniques for leaders
• Managing difficult conversations and workplace conflicts
• Conflict resolution and mediation skills
• Leading organizational change and transformation
• Building resilience and adaptability in leadership
• Case Study: Leading change through effective negotiation

Module 5: Board Leadership, Governance, and Organizational Oversight

• Roles and responsibilities of board members
• Governance frameworks and compliance requirements
• Financial oversight and strategic governance
• Boardroom leadership and effective participation
• Performance monitoring and organizational accountability
• Case Study: Strengthening governance through board leadership

Module 6: Personal Leadership Growth and Career Advancement

• Leadership branding and professional visibility
• Mentoring, coaching, and sponsorship strategies
• Career planning and succession management
• Work-life integration and leadership resilience
• Developing a personal leadership action plan
• Case Study: Building a successful leadership journey

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.