logo

Introduction to Management & Leadership

Posted on October 12th, 2020

Introduction to Management & Leadership

Step into management with confidence - build the skills to get results through others.

A Foundation in Management & Leadership

This programme equips managers and leaders with the skills and confidence to excel in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. Through interactive coaching and practical exercises, participants learn to build trust and drive performance. Focusing on the human relations side of management, it provides a superb foundation course for managers from any function.

The move into a management role is a big step for most people. They want to do well and deserve top rate training. Yet too often, new managers are put in charge of departments with several people and budgets of many thousands without any formal management training. This usually means they learn the hard way.

To see how this course fits within our wider suite of management development programmes, explore our Leadership & Management Training page.

“Could not recommend this programme more for an individual moving into management, currently within management or further growth plans all the way to individuals managing entire business units/companies.” – DR, Head of Consumer Goods, Plastics, Paper & Packaging, Hamden Executive Search

This programme equips managers and leaders with the skills and confidence to excel in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. Through interactive coaching and practical exercises, participants learn to build trust and drive performance. Focusing on the human relations side of management, it provides a superb foundation course for managers from any function.

The move into a management role is a big step for most people. They want to do well and deserve top rate training. Yet too often, new managers are put in charge of departments with several people and budgets of many thousands without any formal management training. This usually means they learn the hard way.

What You’ll Learn

At the end of the programme participants will:

  • Have a good understanding of the key skills of management & leadership.
  • Know the special ‘people management’ skills that bring out the best in others.
  • Have the confidence to handle the biggest step of their career.
  • Be able to communicate plans and encourage team members in a way that makes things happen.

  • How to make the transition to management. What being a manager and leader involves. The challenges and the pitfalls. Letting go of the old job and achieving the right balance between managing/doing.
  • The importance of working on both the management factors and leadership factors to achieve sustainable business success.
  • How to get results through others. How to lead. How to motivate your staff. How to instil enthusiasm.
  • How to delegate and supervise.
  • How to set standards and review performance.
  • How to plan, organise and manage your time. How to set priorities.
  • How to communicate effectively. How to keep your staff informed. How to improve your questioning and listening.
  • How to handle difficult people.
  • How to hold people to account. How to handle underperformance.  How to give feedback.
  • How to coach for competence and confidence.
  • How leadership skills and styles affect performance.
  • How to build trust and instil ‘to be the best’ team spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Introduction to Management & Leadership programme

Even the best individual contributor does not automatically become a good manager or leader. Additional skills are required: motivating others, training new starters, establishing a safe and supportive environment, handling conflict, fostering communication and engagement, delegating, giving praise and meaningful feedback, evaluating performance, retaining talent, working to deadlines and building a positive team culture. This course shows you how.

Providing clear and practical guidance, this course is ideal for recently appointed managers, those preparing for promotion, or experienced professionals looking to refresh and refine their leadership capability.

Through practical exercises and interactive coaching, you’ll learn how to:

  • Transition successfully from team member to manager
  • Motivate and inspire different personalities
  • Delegate tasks clearly and effectively
  • Give constructive feedback and handle difficult conversations
  • Build confidence as a leader who gets results through others

Skill+Will™ is central to LDL’s approach. This programme builds not just practical management skills, but also the modern leadership qualities that bring those skills to life. You’ll leave ready to lead your team with competence and confidence.

  • Open programme: virtual, two days (10.00–16.00 each day), £1045 + VAT, includes comprehensive digital workbook.
  • In-company: tailored to your organisation, delivered in person or virtually.

Yes. We specialise in delivering bespoke versions of this programme for individual companies. Content, case studies and exercises can be adapted to match your products, services and client scenarios. Find out more on our tailored solutions page.

Open courses are capped at nine participants, ensuring interaction, discussion and personalised coaching.

A senior LDL consultant with deep expertise in management and leadership development. They’ll work with you to apply models and techniques directly to your own leadership context.

Yes. All participants receive an LDL certificate on completion.

What Participants Say
“The whole course was fantastic. I was able to discuss situations with people who are facing similar challenges to me, take part in exercises to show I can apply these skills and learned from both the trainer and the other delegates on the course. I feel well equipped to continue my journey into management. Thanks.”
– SM, Application Specialist Manager, Werfen UK
“Really enjoyed it, very good group who all engaged fantastically. I was worried about how the course would translate via teams (Zoom), but it worked well and in some ways was an asset as it meant everybody could contribute equally rather than one or two people dominating which can be the case in person.”
– LP, Inside Sales Manager, Resinex UK
“Engaging, energetic and there was never a dull moment. The course content was relevant and I am taking a great deal away from this experience.”
– BT, Office Manager, Redline Group Ltd
“Great trainer, very interactive, great use of examples, lots of food for thought, size of group was perfect!”
– LC, Outsourcing Manager, Mundipharma
“Deborah was brilliant because she was able to make the topic interesting, fun and useful. Best training I’ve had. How she remembered what people said over the two days and synced it into the presentation seamlessly. She has given clear advice and case studies to help us in our roles. The interactivity was beneficial and brought the topic to life.”
– EF, Policy Manager, Association of Police and Crime Commissioners
“A really nice balance/combination of theoretical approaches and detailed case studies to bring perspectives to life. Great to discuss various areas in breakout groups with different people and understand different perspectives. Fantastic enthusiasm/passion from the trainer, as well as continuously referring back to what she understood from the participants, their current situations, previous contributions to discussions etc – this worked very nicely.”
– TW, Principal Solution Consultant, Veeva Systems
Want to tailor this programme?
IN-COMPANY ENQUIRY

£1,045.00

BOOKING FORM – OPEN COURSE
Introduction to Management & Leadership

Live virtual training. This highly interactive two-day course focuses on the human relations aspects of management. A superb foundation course for managers from any function. £1045 + VAT.

To tailor this programme : 020 7381 6233

Delegates
SKU: ITM Categories: ,
Skills blog
Your State ‘Switch’ – The Secret To Giving A Great Speech Or Presentation

You know those occasions when it really counts — the important speech, the big presentation, the high-stakes sales meeting, the leadership announcement. You want to be at your best when it counts, but how can you switch yourself on and access your ‘A’ game on demand?  What ensures you will perform at the upper range […]

READ MORE
Coaching and Feedback in 2025: Why, How, What — and What’s Next?

Imagine a football coach who speaks to their players only once a year, offering a few general comments about their performance, and then disappearing until the next season: “Good luck, lads!”. It’s unthinkable in sport. Yet that’s still how many workplaces handle feedback and development. In today’s fast-changing world of work, annual reviews and occasional […]

READ MORE
3 Keys to Virtual Selling Success

Selling has evolved. Virtual sales meetings, typically on Zoom or MS Teams, are now standard practice. Surveys confirm many buyers actually prefer it. Virtual selling is here to stay.

READ MORE