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effective leadership

Discover how effective leaders help others to develop their skills in critical thinking, finding and implementing creative solutions, and assuming responsibility. Become acquainted with the Leader’s Tool Box, which is packed with ideas to develop your leadership skills.

Topics

  • What constitutes leadership
  • The traits of an effective leader versus one who is less effective
  • Developing more open relationships with your followers and others
  • Utilizing sources of power to enhance your ability to positively influence motivation and behaviour

 

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Recognizing your learning achievement when you complete this micro-credential. 

 

Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance

This course is eligible for Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) micro-credential funding. Find out if you are eligible.

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EquivalencyView additional details including learning outcomes, goals and evaluation breakdown.

 

This course should be taken at the beginning of the Professional Certificate in Leadership.

Come prepared to share your experiences, opinions and perspectives with the class.

All that is required is a strong desire to succeed and a willingness to learn and apply yourself.

Save 10% when you register three or more employees from your organization.

Interested in having our course delivered to your organization?

Contact our team at corporatelearning@uwo.ca to learn more.

 

 

Certificates

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Type
Online
Dates
Jun 23, 2025 to Jul 18, 2025
Schedule
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Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

June 25 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
July 2 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
July 9 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
July 16 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Sep 08, 2025 to Oct 03, 2025
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

September 10 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
September 17 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
September 24 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
October 1 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Sep 29, 2025 to Oct 24, 2025
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

October 1 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
October 8 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
October 15 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
October 22 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Oct 20, 2025 to Nov 14, 2025
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

October 22 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
October 29 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
November 5 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
November 12 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Nov 17, 2025 to Dec 12, 2025
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

November 19 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
November 26 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
December 3 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
December 12 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Jan 12, 2026 to Feb 06, 2026
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

January 14 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
January 21 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
January 28 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
February 4 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Feb 16, 2026 to Mar 13, 2026
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

February 18 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
February 25 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
March 4 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
March 11 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Mar 23, 2026 to Apr 17, 2026
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

March 23 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
March 30 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
April 6 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
April 13 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
Apr 20, 2026 to May 15, 2026
Schedule
View Details
Total Hours
12.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $495.00
Western Employee $495.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There are four live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course. 

April 22 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
April 29 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
May 6 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET
May 13 - 9:00am - 10:00am ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

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