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Leadership through Delegation

State Bank of India via edX

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Successful delegation is an art form that is made up of several critical components, including clarity of purpose, appropriate task matching and continuous feedback loops. This course explores these components in depth, offering you a deeper understanding of how to craft precise instructions, offer necessary resources and empower your team members to take ownership of their tasks.

The path to effective delegation is not without its hurdles. From the fear of losing control to dealing with team resistance or inadequacy, many leaders face significant challenges when trying to delegate effectively.

By the end of this course, a person will be equipped with the knowledge, tools and strategies needed to harness the full potential of the team and create a culture of trust and collaboration. When a person is stepping into a leadership role for the first time or seeking to refine existing skills, this course will be a gateway to becoming a truly transformative leader.

Syllabus

Week 1

Module 1: Understanding Delegation Skills

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Historical context and evolution of delegation in management

1.3 Psychological and organisational aspects of delegation

1.4 Common myths and misconceptions about delegation

1.5 Benefits and importance of effective delegation

1.6 Understanding methods and resources for successful delegation

1.7 Limitations

1.8 Summary

1.9 Self-Assessment (Q&A)

Week 2

Module 2: The Delegation Process

2.1 Planning and Preparation

2.2Assessing team members’ strengths and

weaknesses

2.3 Setting clear goals and expectations

2.4 Delegation and Assessing Workload

2.5 Monitor Progress and Provide Feedback

2.6 Evaluate Result and Provide Recognition

2.7 Summary

2.8 Self-Assessment (Q&A)

Week 3

Module 3: Major Components of Delegation

3.1 Responsibility

3.2 Authority

3.3 Accountability

3.4 Summary

3.5 Self-Assessment (Q&A)

Week 4

Module 4: Overcoming Challenges in Delegation

4.1 Trust issues

4.2 Communicate effectively to overcome barriers

4.3 Strategies for dealing with delegation failures

4.4 Building a Culture of Delegation

4.5 Delegation Examples from Successful Leaders and Organisations

4.6 Summary

4.7 Self-Assessment (Q&A)

Taught by

Amit Daga

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