Leadership Foundations™ Program Summary

The OCI Leadership Foundations series is designed for first line supervisors and / or middle managers requiring more foundational skills or in need of upgrading their current skills. This course provides instruction in the fundamentals of business management and interpersonal skills needed for departmental success.

Course Content - Class Schedule - Registration

Practical Approach

OCI offers a unique approach as we put each course into a business context with real business challenges. The practical content emphasis enables participants to directly apply learning back to their job and company. Going beyond typical "people leadership" skills, the extensive content encompasses critical business components, including financial management and budgeting, business planning, project management, marketing strategy, innovation, leading change and systems thinking.

Learning Methods

  • Instructor-led lecture, facilitation and small group discussions
  • Multiple feedback instruments
  • Case studies and videos
  • Applied-action learning assignments
  • Interactive assessments involving participant’s manager, others
  • Apply functional tactics to impact organizational results