MIN Event: EXASB 6102: Leading Self and Others

EXASB 6102: Leading Self and Others

Organization:

University of Alberta - Alberta School of Business Executive Education

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Start Date:

October 14, 2026

End Date:

October 15, 2026

Description

Course Overview

EXASB 6102: Leading Self and Others explores the realities of leadership in the 21st century by analyzing how personal behavioral preferences directly impact team dynamics. This core course shifts focus inward first, prompting participants to understand how their own experiences shape their professional belief systems before expanding into how they direct, influence, and coach others.

A central feature of the curriculum is the mandatory completion of a DiSC Assessment prior to the course start date. This assessment helps leaders evaluate four foundational personality aspects—Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness—to map team styles, maximize collaboration, and accelerate organizational productivity.

Format: Online – Synchronous (Instructor-led)

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM MST

Tuition Fee: $1,250.00 CAD (+ GST)

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for public administration and local government professionals seeking to build trust, accountability, and seamless teamwork. It is ideal for:

Mid-level managers, directors, and supervisors responsible for leading municipal teams or managing cross-functional initiatives.
Administrative or operational staff looking to grow their relational leadership capacity and prepare for advancement.
Professionals aiming to manage upward, negotiate professional boundaries, and master coaching frameworks within a public sector environment.
Note: This course is specifically tailored for administrative professionals rather than elected officials.

Key Learning Objectives

By completing EXASB 6102, participants will be able to:

Deconstruct Leadership Beliefs: Analyze how their individual journeys have shaped their current core values, behavioral tendencies, and leadership purpose.
Leverage the DiSC Assessment: Master the steps of "people-reading" and successfully plot team characteristics using the DiSC model to optimize group collaboration.
Minimize Conflict Through Feedback: Practice giving and receiving targeted, actionable feedback to build trust and mitigate the escalation of workplace conflict.
Execute Difficult Conversations: Acquire practical models and preparation concepts designed to confidently handle challenging professional dialogue and establish healthy boundaries.
Identify Coaching Opportunities: Apply core frameworks to recognize development moments within their teams and transition into a supportive coaching mindset.

Registration & Contact Information

Courses are offered on a flexible, "pay-as-you-go" basis, allowing you to register for EXASB 6102 individually without paying for the full certificate upfront.