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Professional training course · LM-040

New Leaders Development

Transitioning into a leadership role requires more than technical expertise. New leaders must learn how to motivate individuals, build high-performing teams, communicate…

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  • 14Upcoming dates
  • 7Cities
  • £2,800Fees from
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New Leaders Development
Next classroom session London 16 - 20 Nov 2026 · £4,200 Also available Amsterdam 14 - 18 Dec 2026 · £4,250

Course overview

Why Attend

Transitioning into a leadership role requires more than technical expertise. New leaders must learn how to motivate individuals, build high-performing teams, communicate effectively, and deliver results while earning the trust and respect of their colleagues. This course provides practical leadership tools and techniques that help first-time managers confidently navigate their new responsibilities, strengthen their leadership capabilities, and build a solid foundation for long-term success.

Course Methodology

The course combines interactive presentations, leadership assessments, practical workshops, role plays, case studies, group discussions, coaching exercises, and workplace simulations designed to reinforce leadership skills through real-life scenarios.

Course Objectives

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

  • Transition successfully from individual contributor to effective leader
  • Build credibility, trust, and professional influence within their teams
  • Apply leadership styles appropriate to different situations and individuals
  • Coach, motivate, and develop team members for improved performance
  • Build collaborative and high-performing teams
  • Communicate effectively, manage conflict, and solve workplace challenges
  • Develop a personal leadership growth plan for continuous improvement

Target Audience

  • Newly appointed managers
  • First-line supervisors
  • Team leaders
  • Emerging leaders
  • Project coordinators
  • Professionals preparing for leadership responsibilities
  • High-potential employees

Target Competencies

  • Leadership fundamentals
  • Team leadership
  • Coaching and feedback
  • Communication skills
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Decision-making
  • Conflict management
  • Personal leadership development

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Transitioning into Leadership
    • Understanding the transition from individual contributor to people leader
    • Defining the responsibilities and expectations of first-line leaders
    • Building professional credibility, trust, and leadership presence
    • Applying emotional intelligence to strengthen leadership effectiveness
    • Assessing personal leadership strengths and development opportunities
    • Adapting leadership approaches to different situations and workplace challenges
  2. 2Day 2: Leading and Developing Individuals
    • Applying adaptive leadership techniques to support diverse team members
    • Understanding individual motivation and performance drivers
    • Communicating expectations, responsibilities, and performance standards clearly
    • Delivering constructive feedback and meaningful recognition
    • Coaching employees to improve capability, confidence, and accountability
    • Managing challenging conversations with professionalism and empathy
  3. 3Day 3: Building High-Performing Teams
    • Understanding team development stages and team behavior
    • Strengthening collaboration through trust, engagement, and shared purpose
    • Applying proven team performance models to improve effectiveness
    • Building inclusive teams that encourage participation and ownership
    • Managing conflict constructively while maintaining positive working relationships
    • Creating a culture of accountability and continuous team improvement
  4. 4Day 4: Achieving Results Through Effective Leadership
    • Setting clear objectives aligned with organizational priorities
    • Planning work activities and allocating responsibilities effectively
    • Monitoring performance and maintaining accountability
    • Prioritizing workloads and managing time efficiently
    • Solving operational problems using structured decision-making techniques
    • Preparing concise management reports and delivering persuasive recommendations
  5. 5Day 5: Developing Long-Term Leadership Capability
    • Reflecting on leadership performance and identifying development priorities
    • Applying balanced leadership approaches that address tasks, teams, and individuals
    • Building confidence in decision-making and leadership judgment
    • Developing a structured personal leadership development plan
    • Creating practical workplace action plans to strengthen leadership effectiveness
    • Final leadership simulation, course review, lessons learned, and continuous development planning

Schedule

Dates and fees

14 upcoming dates in 7 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted.

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November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext sessionOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
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December 2026
14DEC 14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
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January 2027
4JAN 4 - 8 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£3,800per delegate2+ people: £3,040 each
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February 2027
1FEB 1 - 5 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
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March 2027
1MAR 1 - 5 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,800per delegate2+ people: £2,240 each
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April 2027
5APR 5 - 9 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Austria flag ViennaAustria · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
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May 2027
3MAY 3 - 7 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,200per delegate2+ people: £2,560 each
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June 2027
7JUN 7 - 11 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
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July 2027
5JUL 5 - 9 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag FrankfurtGermany · Classroom
£3,400per delegate2+ people: £2,720 each
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August 2027
2AUG 2 - 6 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,200per delegate2+ people: £2,560 each
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September 2027
6SEP 6 - 10 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
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October 2027
4OCT 4 - 8 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
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November 2027
1NOV 1 - 5 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£3,500per delegate2+ people: £2,800 each
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December 2027
6DEC 6 - 10 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Austria flag ViennaAustria · Classroom
£4,900per delegate2+ people: £3,920 each
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Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the New Leaders Development course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next New Leaders Development course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in London. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in London, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Vienna, Barcelona, Paris, Frankfurt.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,800 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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