Step into the kind of leadership today demands—bold, flexible and ready for change. In a world where uncertainty is the norm, technical know-how alone isn’t enough. This dynamic course explores the art of adaptive leadership, equipping you with the tools to lead through complexity, spark innovation and drive meaningful change.
Learn how to navigate resistance, align diverse stakeholders and turn ambiguity into opportunity. Grounded in research and real-world application, this course offers a powerful framework to help you lead with clarity, resilience and purpose—no matter what challenges come your way.
Learning Objectives
Develop a deep understanding of adaptive leadership
- Explain the core principles of adaptive leadership and its relevance in complex environments
- Differentiate between technical and adaptive challenges in organizational contexts
- Distinguish leadership from authority and understand their complementary roles
- Diagnose systemic problems using adaptive thinking and systems analysis
Apply practical tools and frameworks for adaptive leadership
- Utilize the adaptive leadership cycle: observation, interpretation and Intervention.
- Operate effectively within the productive zone of disequilibrium.
- Apply conflict management techniques tailored to adaptive challenges.
- Conduct stakeholder mapping to support change initiatives and build coalitions.
Strengthening leadership skills to drive sustainable change
- Practice techniques to regulate distress and maintain team engagement during uncertainty.
- Implement strategies to empower others and distribute leadership responsibilities.
- Leverage conflict as a catalyst for learning and innovation.
Engage in real-world application and experiential learning
- Analyze case studies of successful and failed adaptive leadership efforts.
- Participate in hands-on exercises, debates and role-playing to reinforce learning.
- Create an action plan for applying adaptive leadership principles in personal and organizational contexts.
Design a personalized roadmap for leading adaptive change
- Develop tailored leadership strategies to address individual and organizational challenges.
- Learn to frame issues effectively to mobilize stakeholders and drive action.
- Build a sustainable plan for leading adaptive change while avoiding burnout
Course Code
511491