ALE - Introduction and Course Objectives

Most engineers go throughout their careers with their heads down, seldom looking at the horizon or even peering over the fence. Their immediate objectives are to perform the tasks at hand, regardless of the situations that they face or the environments in which they labor. While this is noble and most managers could never find fault with this attitude for the short term, the great majority of engineers have well above average intelligence and are capable of much more than what they are currently doing.

In this course you will learn about the qualities of leadership and the techniques and aptitude required to develop these qualities for both the short term and the long term. In addition we will familiarize the engineer with the management skills to rise up through the ranks of the management ladder, utilizing these skills not only within your internal organization, but also applying them in a marketing and customer environment that will enhance your opportunities for growth and promotion.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Recognize and practice the leadership skills that you need to advance within your organization and company.
• Understand the qualities that will elevate you to a strong leadership position.
• Acquire the techniques that will make you a qualified leader.
• Develop a management style that will allow you to advance in your company.
• Learn how to create teamwork to enhance your organization's performance.
• Develop communication skills among your subordinates, peers, and management groups.