In a dynamic global market, organisations rely on diverse, multidisciplinary teams. But simply throwing a mix of people together doesn’t guarantee high performance; it requires inclusive leadership. Leadership that assures that all team members feel they are treated respectfully and fairly, are valued and sense that they belong, and are confident and inspired.

In today’s competitive and modern climate, it is critical that leaders and managers understand the impact of their decisions and actions on others they manage. Effective leaders play a key role in shaping a positive working environment, supporting progression, ensuring equality and building an inclusive, high performing culture.

Diverse and inclusive teams isn’t just a nice to have! Research from Harvard Business School

shows that it “directly enhances performance”. Teams with inclusive leaders are 17% more likely to report that they are high performing, 20% more likely to say they make high-quality decisions, and 29% more likely to report behaving collaboratively. The same research also highlighted that a 10% improvement in perceptions of inclusion increases work attendance by almost 1 day a year per employee, reducing the cost of absenteeism.

The Inclusive Leadership Programme will enable participants to reflect on their current leadership approach. Leaders will be introduced to strategies and techniques that can use to create an inclusive culture and lead diverse perspectives.

The course will equip participants with a responsibility for others, recognising the key role they have to play in shaping a positive working environment, supporting progression and ensuring equality, including pay equality.

The programme is delivered by experts in evidence-based inclusive leadership development. Through a range of theory, interactive discussion and practical application, participants will be able to confidently apply a plan for improvement in their own organisational context to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

In partnership with InProfessional Development, this CMI Level 7 accredited virtual leadership training course has been designed to enable leaders and managers to operate more effectively and inclusively. Participants will develop an in-depth understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion and identify how to best integrate key elements into their leadership.