The Developmental Leadership model was developed by the Swedish Defence University. (in Swedish UL, Utvecklande Ledarskap). The model is based on a leadership theory known as Transformational Leadership. For developmental leaders, employees are the key to achieving results and success. Developmental Leadership is considered to be the most beneficial form of leadership, both for the employees’ individual development and for organizational results.
Leaders who practice Developmental Leadership act as role models and both support and confront their employees. Their leadership inspires and motivates. This course aims to improve the leader’s ability to lead by example, show personal concern and to inspire and motivate. We know that performance are more likely to be affected by inner driving forces than by the conventional ”demand-reward-control” leadership.
Target group
This course is for managers and leaders, or those preparing to take on a managerial role. The course is also a highly suitable continuation of UGL.
Developing Leaders focuses on
- An increased understanding and awareness of leadership behaviours and how one affect employees
- An attitude that minimizes threats and maximizes possibilities
- Building assurance and trust in an individual or group to give maximum focus on goals and assignments
Research has shown that this leadership model that has the clearest impact on efficiency, which results in motivated employees who take responsibility, who perform better and who feel better. In addition, Developmental Leadership is considered to be the leadership model that best meets the needs of younger generations and it is well in line with the latest findings in neuroscience.
