Mini MBA in Influencing with Integrity

Course details

Each day is dedicated to a critical leadership pillar:

Day 1: Communication with Style – Build trust and clarity in every interaction.

Day 2: Presenting with Impact – Deliver messages that inspire action and create influence.

Day 3: Influencing with Integrity – Develop the art of persuasion while upholding values.

Day 4: Principled Negotiations and Compelling Partnerships – Master strategies for sustainable agreements and lasting collaborations.

Through a blend of engaging discussions, real-world case studies, and experiential learning, participants will leave, equipped with actionable tools to lead with confidence and influence across diverse stakeholders.


DAY 1: Communication with Style

AM: Mastering Communication Styles

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Understanding and Adapting Communication Styles

Explore personal communication tendencies and their impact on relationships.
Learn to adapt your style to connect with diverse audiences.

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: Morning Break

10:50 AM – 12:00 PM: Building Trust Through Active Listening

Techniques to foster trust, empathy, and authentic engagement in conversations.

PM: Crafting Clear and Effective Messaging

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Structuring Your Message for Maximum Clarity

Tools for delivering concise, persuasive, and action-oriented messages.

2:30 PM – 2:50 PM: Afternoon Break

2:50 PM – 4:30 PM: Workshop: Managing Difficult Conversations

Practical exercises to navigate high-stakes or conflict-heavy discussions.


Day 2: Presenting with Impact

AM: Structuring Presentations that Resonate

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: The Anatomy of a High-Impact Presentation

Build presentations that inform, inspire, and align with audience needs.

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: Morning Break

10:50 AM – 12:00 PM: Connecting with Your Audience

Storytelling, tone, and body language as tools for engagement.

PM: Delivering with Confidence

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Techniques for Effective Delivery

Strategies to manage nerves, command attention, and adapt delivery style.

2:30 PM – 2:50 PM: Afternoon Break

2:50 PM – 4:30 PM: Workshop: Delivering High-Stakes Presentations

Hands-on practice with real-time feedback to refine presentation skills.


Day 3: Influencing with Integrity

AM: Principles of Ethical Influence

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: The Psychology of Influence

Explore behavioral insights and ethical strategies for effective persuasion.
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: Morning Break

10:50 AM – 12:00 PM: Building Influence in Complex Organizations

Mapping stakeholders, navigating power dynamics, and fostering collaboration.

PM: Designing Influence Strategies

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Driving Alignment and Consensus

Tools for creating buy-in and aligning diverse stakeholders.

2:30 PM – 2:50 PM: Afternoon Break

2:50 PM – 4:30 PM: Workshop: Crafting and Implementing an Influence Plan

Develop and refine strategies to apply in your organizational context.


DAY 4: Principled Negotiations and Compelling Partnerships

AM: Negotiating with Integrity

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Key Principles of Principled Negotiation

Focus on interests over positions to build sustainable agreements.

10:30 AM – 10:50 AM: Morning Break

10:50 AM – 12:00 PM: Managing Power Dynamics and Conflict

Strategies to handle challenging negotiations while maintaining relationships.

PM: Building Partnerships for Long-Term Success

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Creating Win-Win Outcomes

Collaborative approaches to build compelling and lasting partnerships.

2:30 PM – 2:50 PM: Afternoon Break

2:50 PM – 4:30 PM: Workshop: Negotiating and Partnering in Action

Role-playing exercises to apply negotiation and partnership skills in real-world scenarios.

Accreditation

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies.  Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

Entry requirement

There is no strict Academic Requirement for this Programme as it is a Non-Credit Bearing Programme. However, Students are expected to have working experience as a Team Lead, Supervisor or Manager.

Who Should Attend?

This programme is designed for executives, senior leaders, and professionals who seek to enhance their ability to communicate, influence, present, and negotiate effectively. It is particularly beneficial for:

• CEOs, COOs, & Managing Directors – To strengthen leadership presence and stakeholder engagement.
• CFOs & Financial Directors – To improve negotiation skills for financial decision-making and partnerships.
• Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) – To communicate technical insights effectively and influence innovation strategies.
• CHROs & HR Leaders – To foster trust, resolve conflicts, and drive alignment in diverse teams.

• Department Heads & Senior Managers – To build credibility, communicate strategy, and drive collaboration.
• Project Managers & Team Leads – To enhance team influence, stakeholder buy-in, and leadership presence.
• Organizational Development & Change Managers – To align teams around shared goals and influence transformation efforts.

• Business Strategists & Consultants – To develop persuasive communication and ethical influence techniques.
• Entrepreneurs & Start-up Founders – To negotiate partnerships, pitch ideas, and drive business growth.
• Corporate Trainers & Learning Development Managers – To train teams in leadership communication and negotiation.

• Government Officials & Policy Makers – To navigate political dynamics, communicate policy, and foster collaboration.
• Non-Profit Leaders & NGO Directors – To build trust, engage stakeholders, and secure funding through persuasive communication.

This immersive programme is ideal for professionals who aspire to lead with authenticity, influence with integrity, and drive impactful change in complex environments.

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