In collaboration with
MQF Level 4, 4 ECTS
Boost Business Results with Accredited Leadership Development
Scale your business with specialised leadership training for team leaders and managers.
Our framework identifies individual learning needs to create high-performance standards. Gain the leadership skills necessary to drive measurable business enhancements and organisational success.
Fees
€3,240.00 per student exc. VAT
COURSE OUTLINES
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme participants will be able to:- Develop core leadership behaviours which will enable them to become effective leaders
- Sharpen their interpersonal skills to communicate successfully with their teams as well as with their superiors
- Enhance their confidence to assert themselves in their role
- Develop high-impact team management skills
- Expand their knowledge of key leadership and management theories and concepts
- Equip themselves with practical techniques and examples to allow them to lead their team effectively on a day-to-day basis
Structure of Programme
The programme is made up of three inter-related components:- Pre-training
- Application of Personality Profiling Tool (DiSC Workplace Profile)
- 12 contact days training over a 12-month period
- Four 1-hour coaching sessions per participant
- Two 2-hour coaching sessions per group
Workshop Topics
1: An Introduction to Leadership- Leadership and Management; what is the difference?
- Leadership Theories (Overview)
- Leadership Styles (Authoritative, Democratic, Laissez-Faire)
- Situational Leadership
- What makes a team? What is teamwork?
- Different Roles within the Team
- Team Norms
- Team Development (Tuckman)
- The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team (Lencioni)
- Disciplinary Procedures
- Termination of Fixed Term Contracts
- Penalty Clauses and Training Agreements
- Maternity Leave & Probationary Periods
- Non-Compete & Fiduciary Obligations
- On-Call / Standby & Working Time
- Equality and Diversity
- Emotional Intelligence and Why It Can Matter More than IQ (Goleman)
- Self-Awareness
- Self-Management
- Empathy
- Relationship Management
- Basic Communication Concepts
- Encoding the Message
- Choosing the right Communication Channel
- Active Listening
- Non-Verbal Communication
- Theories of Motivation (Maslow, Herzberg)
- Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation
- Harnessing Intrinsic Motivation
- Setting Performance Standards and Expectations
- Goal Setting (S.M.A.R.T.)
- Monitoring Performance
- Developmental and Constructive Feedback
- What is Coaching?
- Coaching as a Developmental Tool
- Core Coaching Skills
- G.R.O.W. Coaching Model
- Busy vs Productive
- Getting Things Done (Allen)
- Managing Distractions
- Delegating Effectively
- Understanding the Root Cause of Conflict
- Conflict Styles (Thomas/Kilmann)
- Handling Conflict
- Moving towards Win/Win
- I.D.E.A.L. Problem Solving Model
- Root Cause Analysis
- The 5 Whys Technique
- Brainstorming Techniques
- 6 Thinking Hats (De Bono)
- Understanding the cause of stress
- Effects of stress on mind and body
- Detecting signs of stress
- Stress management techniques
- Managing stress in others
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Procedures
The programme includes a mix of formative self-assessment, peer-assessment, and trainer assessment techniques:- Self-assessment questionnaires to encourage reflection on competencies
- Role-play exercises with trainer and peer feedback
- Trainer assessment of reflective journaling after each session
- Multiple-choice quizzes to assess knowledge transfer
COURSE DETAILS
Date/s of Next Intake
February 2026 or May 2026
Venue
ThinkTalent Training Room, ThinkTalent Offices, Mriehel
Language
English
Duration
12 full days
Hours of Total Learning
100
Entry Requirements
None
Mode of Attendance
Part-time
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
Grading System
Standard pass/fail grading scale
Pass Mark
50%
What’s Included
- Training by a certified and experienced educator/s
- Detailed course notes
- Funding options
Funding Options
- Get Qualified Scheme – Students can benefit from a tax credit of 70% of the cost incurred.
- Investing in Skills (IIS) – Employers can benefit from a refund of 70%+ of the costs incurred. Contact us for further guidance on how to apply for either funding option.
PREREQUISITES
This programme is targeted towards anyone new to a leadership/supervisory role wishing to acquire essential leadership skills to lead teams.
Minimum Age: 18+
FEES & FUNDING
Through the Get Qualified Scheme, students benefit from tax credits of up to 70% of their course fees after successful completion. Our team can assist you with applying for the Get Qualified scheme when undergoing training at the NOUV Academy.
Businesses seeking to train their staff can benefit from the Investing in Skills Scheme, a government incentive designed to provide support to companies to increase the productivity and adaptability of individuals that are active in the Maltese labour market. Our team will assist you in accessing applicable schemes when enrolling your staff in training courses through the NOUV Academy.