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Leadership & Management

Leadership Agility: Adaptive Decisions and Team Performance

This course focuses on developing leadership agility through adaptive decision-making and enhancing team performance. Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate complex challenges, foster collaboration, and implement effective change management within their teams, ensuring they can lead with confidence in dynamic environments.

5 days Classroom or live online English
Smart Horizon Certified - Global Leadership Consultants
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Leaders often encounter rapidly changing environments that necessitate quick, informed decisions. This course addresses the challenges of maintaining team performance under pressure, ensuring leaders can adapt their strategies to meet evolving demands. Participants will explore real-world scenarios that highlight the importance of agility in leadership, including managing diverse teams and responding to unexpected disruptions.

By engaging in practical exercises, they will develop the skills needed to assess team dynamics, implement agile methodologies, and foster a culture of collaboration, ultimately enhancing their effectiveness in guiding teams through complex challenges.

The ability to make adaptive decisions is crucial for effective team management. This course equips leaders with the skills to assess team dynamics, implement agile methodologies, and foster a culture of collaboration.

Participants will engage in hands-on exercises that simulate decision-making processes, enhancing their capability to lead teams effectively. They will practice developing change management strategies, facilitating team discussions, and utilising feedback mechanisms to inform their leadership approach.

By the end of the course, participants will be better prepared to navigate the complexities of team leadership, ensuring sustained performance and engagement in their organisations.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Rigid decisions in uncertain or rapidly changing situations.
  • Teams losing direction when priorities shift.
  • Difficulty balancing adaptability with performance accountability.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course employs a blend of interactive workshops, case studies, and role-playing exercises to build leadership agility. Participants will engage in simulations that mimic real-world challenges, allowing them to practice adaptive decision-making and team dynamics.

Specific exercises include scenario-based discussions and collaborative problem-solving tasks. Outputs include action plans, decision matrices, and performance assessments that demonstrate their learning and application of course concepts.

Additionally, participants will receive peer feedback on their approaches, fostering a collaborative learning environment that enhances their understanding of agile leadership principles and practices.

This hands-on approach ensures that participants can directly apply what they learn to their own leadership contexts.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Analyse team performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and develop actionable insights.
  • Justify adaptive leadership strategies in response to specific organisational challenges and team needs.
  • Design a decision-making framework that enhances team agility and responsiveness to change.
  • Prioritise actions based on team feedback and performance data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Construct a change management plan that supports team resilience during transitions and challenges.
  • Assess team dynamics to facilitate effective collaboration and communication among members.
  • Evaluate the impact of leadership styles on team performance and engagement levels.
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Team Leaders: Responsible for guiding teams through change and ensuring performance.
  • Project Managers: Need to adapt strategies based on project demands and team input.
  • HR Professionals: Focus on developing leadership capabilities within the organisation.
  • Middle Managers: Bridge the gap between executive strategy and team execution.
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Implement adaptive decision-making processes in team settings.
  • Facilitate effective team communication and collaboration.
  • Evaluate team performance and identify improvement areas.
  • Develop change management strategies that enhance team resilience.
  • Foster a culture of agility and responsiveness within teams.
  • Utilise feedback mechanisms to inform leadership decisions.
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Understanding Leadership Agility

Applied activity: Participants will analyse a case study of a leader who successfully navigated a crisis. They will identify the agile strategies employed and discuss their effectiveness in enhancing team performance and engagement. This will involve group discussions and presentations to share insights and learning.

Output: A written analysis highlighting key agile strategies and their impact on team outcomes.

  1. 09:00–09:54Define leadership agility and its importance in modern organisations.
  2. 09:54–10:48Explore the characteristics of agile leaders and their impact on teams.
  3. 10:48–11:00Identify common challenges faced by leaders in dynamic environments.
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Identify common challenges faced by leaders in dynamic environments. (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Discuss the role of emotional intelligence in adaptive leadership.
  7. 13:06–14:00Examine case studies of agile leadership in practice.

Day 2Adaptive Decision-Making Frameworks

Applied activity: In small groups, participants will simulate a decision-making scenario involving a team conflict. They will apply a chosen framework to reach a resolution and present their rationale, considering team dynamics and stakeholder perspectives. This will encourage collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking.

Output: A decision-making report outlining the chosen framework and the resolution process.

  1. 09:00–09:54Introduce decision-making frameworks that enhance agility in leadership.
  2. 09:54–10:48Discuss the role of data in informed decision-making processes.
  3. 10:48–11:00Explore techniques for rapid assessment of team needs and challenges.
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Explore techniques for rapid assessment of team needs and challenges. (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Practice scenario analysis to identify adaptive responses to team issues.
  7. 13:06–14:00Evaluate the effectiveness of different decision-making approaches in various contexts.

Day 3Enhancing Team Performance

Applied activity: Participants will assess their own team's performance metrics and identify areas for improvement. They will create a plan to enhance team collaboration and performance, incorporating feedback mechanisms and accountability measures. This will involve practical application of learned concepts.

Output: A team performance enhancement plan with specific actions and metrics for tracking progress.

  1. 09:00–09:54Identify key performance indicators for measuring team success and effectiveness.
  2. 09:54–10:48Discuss methods for fostering collaboration and trust within teams to improve outcomes.
  3. 10:48–11:00Explore techniques for motivating teams during periods of change and uncertainty.
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Explore techniques for motivating teams during periods of change and uncertainty. (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Assess the impact of leadership style on team dynamics and performance.
  7. 13:06–14:00Develop strategies for continuous team improvement based on feedback and performance metrics.

Day 4Implementing Change Management

Applied activity: Working in pairs, participants will develop a change management plan for a fictional organisational change scenario, addressing potential resistance and communication strategies to ensure buy-in from team members. This collaborative exercise will enhance understanding of change dynamics.

Output: A comprehensive change management plan tailored to the scenario, including communication strategies and success metrics.

  1. 09:00–09:54Discuss the principles of effective change management and their relevance to team performance.
  2. 09:54–10:48Explore the role of communication in managing change and addressing resistance.
  3. 10:48–11:00Identify factors that contribute to resistance and strategies to overcome them effectively.
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Identify factors that contribute to resistance and strategies to overcome them effectively. (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Practice developing a change management plan tailored to specific team scenarios.
  7. 13:06–14:00Evaluate the impact of change initiatives on team performance and engagement.

Day 5Integrating Agility into Leadership Practice

Applied activity: Participants will create a personal action plan detailing how they will implement agile leadership practices in their teams, incorporating feedback mechanisms and performance assessments to ensure ongoing improvement and adaptability. This will involve peer discussions to refine their plans.

Output: A personal action plan outlining specific steps and goals for enhancing leadership agility within their teams.

  1. 09:00–09:54Review key concepts of leadership agility learned throughout the course and their applications.
  2. 09:54–10:48Discuss the importance of feedback in agile leadership and decision-making processes.
  3. 10:48–11:00Explore strategies for sustaining agility in leadership practices over time.
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Explore strategies for sustaining agility in leadership practices over time. (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Develop personal action plans for applying agility in their roles and teams.
  7. 13:06–14:00Share insights and lessons learned with peers to foster collaborative growth.

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Dubai 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Paris 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Cape Town 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 4 Jan - 8 Jan 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Singapore 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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London 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Dubai 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Cape Town 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 15 Mar - 19 Mar 2027
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Frankfurt 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Paris 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Rome 3 May - 7 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 3 May - 7 May 2027
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Istanbul 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Amsterdam 24 May - 28 May 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Singapore 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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London 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Barcelona 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 5 Jul - 9 Jul 2027
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Dubai 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Frankfurt 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Kuala Lumpur 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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£1,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Paris 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Rome 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 6 Sept - 10 Sept 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Istanbul 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Amsterdam 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Singapore 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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£1,250.-Register
London 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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Vienna 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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£2,940.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 1 Nov - 5 Nov 2027
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Dubai 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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£1,250.-Register
Frankfurt 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Paris 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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