University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business
Values-Based Leadership
Understand what it means to be a leader with a strong set of management values.
Start date
01 March 2021
Enroll by 23 February 2021
Course duration
6 weeks
Excluding orientation
Language
English
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Effort
7–10 hours per week
Self-paced learning online
Course overview
Duration: 6 weeks (excluding orientation)
In the current business landscape, there is a need for leaders who lead according to their values and beliefs, rather than the traditional managerial approach that prioritises a profit-focused business model.
The Values-Based Leadership online short course from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) helps you discover the contribution your organisation makes to society, as you learn what it means to manage by values. Developed in partnership with the Dean of UCT GSB, Professor Walter Baets, and in cooperation with the Allan Gray Centre for Values Based Leadership, this management course empowers you to discover the potential in yourself and others. You’ll explore real-world business cases and learn about leadership styles and the alignment of personal and organisational values. Develop a personalised action plan to enable you to navigate the complexity of modern business and its organisational structures, as a values-based leader.
Is this course for you?
This course is designed for senior executives and managers who are looking to upgrade their skills within a changing business world. Alongside current leaders, who will learn how to empower others to lead with a shared purpose, aspiring leaders will also benefit by gaining the skills required to move into a leadership position. Applicable across all industries, participants will be able to grow their business network by engaging with a cohort of business leaders and future-focused professionals. With a personalised leadership action plan, both current and aspiring leaders will be better equipped to steer their career direction, and understand what it means to lead an organisation through the Management by Values (MBV) approach.
Course overview
Introduction
Duration: 6 weeks (excluding orientation)
In the current business landscape, there is a need for leaders who lead according to their values and beliefs, rather than the traditional managerial approach that prioritises a profit-focused business model.
The Values-Based Leadership online short course from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) helps you discover the contribution your organisation makes to society, as you learn what it means to manage by values. Developed in partnership with the Dean of UCT GSB, Professor Walter Baets, and in cooperation with the Allan Gray Centre for Values Based Leadership, this management course empowers you to discover the potential in yourself and others. You’ll explore real-world business cases and learn about leadership styles and the alignment of personal and organisational values. Develop a personalised action plan to enable you to navigate the complexity of modern business and its organisational structures, as a values-based leader.
Is this course for you?
This course is designed for senior executives and managers who are looking to upgrade their skills within a changing business world. Alongside current leaders, who will learn how to empower others to lead with a shared purpose, aspiring leaders will also benefit by gaining the skills required to move into a leadership position. Applicable across all industries, participants will be able to grow their business network by engaging with a cohort of business leaders and future-focused professionals. With a personalised leadership action plan, both current and aspiring leaders will be better equipped to steer their career direction, and understand what it means to lead an organisation through the Management by Values (MBV) approach.
What will set you apart
The skills to lead an organisation through the Management by Values (MBV) approach.
A focused leadership style that encourages team productivity by cultivating a culture of sincerity, loyalty, and self-sufficiency.
The ability to empower others to lead through a shared purpose and aligned values.
A personalised leadership profile to help guide you in developing the qualities of a values-based leader.Course curriculum
Orientation Module
Welcome to your Online Campus
Module 1
The case for values-based leadership
Module 2
The meaning of values
Module 3
The values-based approach to change
Module 4
Creating and maintaining values in an organisation
Module 5
The characteristics of values-based leadership
Module 6
Becoming a values-based leader
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Course Convenor
Martin Hall
Emeritus Professor, Graduate School of Business, UCT
About the certificate
Learn about values-based leadership and earn an official certificate of completion from the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business.
Assessment is continuous and based on a series of practical assignments completed online. In order to be issued with a certificate, you’ll need to meet the requirements outlined in the course handbook. The handbook will be made available to you as soon as you begin the course.
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Students are supported at every stage of the learning journey, enabling them to thrive professionally through increased relevance, competence, and confidence. Find out more about GetSmarter’s approach to digital learning, course design, and online delivery here.
Payment options
You can pay your course fees before the course starts, or you may opt for a split payment plan on courses that are nine weeks and shorter. For courses 10 weeks and longer, there is a three-part payment plan available. To find out more about payment options please visit our Payment and Financing FAQ, or contact an Enrollment Adviser, to find out which option you qualify for.
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GetSmarter's learning model is designed to help you, as a working professional, improve your skills without compromising on work and family responsibilities. The course work is broken up into weekly, manageable bite-sized modules, with incremental deadlines, designed to help you pace yourself over the duration of the course and allow you the legroom to work when it suits you best.
At the beginning of each module you'll be presented with the course content and assignments necessary for completion. You also have access to your Success Adviser who will help you manage your time, and support you with any administrative or technical queries you might have.
Seek employer assistance
By improving your skills and industry knowledge, you'll have an influence on the success of your organization. Why wouldn't you ask your boss to help you fund your studies if it's going to have an impact on the way you do business?
Of our past students, 37 percent have received financial assistance from their employers. You can ask for help, too. Here is a guide to show you how to request financial assistance from your employer.
If you are a Learning & Development (L&D) manager, or involved in training and upskilling for an organization, you can request information regarding our corporate offering on our GetSmarter for business page.
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As part of our commitment to your professional development, GetSmarter offers you a two-week period to change your course start date or request your money back if you’re not fully satisfied.
To qualify for a deferral of your course start date, or to cancel your enrollment and receive a refund of your course fee, your request would need to reach our Success Advisers before the release of Module 2. For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.
Discover the Online Campus
The Online Campus will be your virtual classroom for the duration of your course. Through its easy-to-use interface you'll have access to a diverse variety of course content formats including: interactive videos, module notes, practice quizzes, presentations, assignment briefs, and additional web resources.
On the Online Campus, you'll also be able to ask questions and interact with your fellow students and teaching team through the discussion forums. If you are looking for your Online Campus login, please see the list of university partner login pages here.
Financing options
We've recently partnered with financial services firm, FeverTree, to offer you another convenient way to finance your short course education. Find out how you can apply for a short-term loan below.
How do I apply?
- You have the option of applying for a full course-cost loan agreement with FeverTree (South African citizens and short courses only)
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- FeverTree’s application process is simple and quick – expect a 15-minute turnaround to find out if you’ve been successful with your loan application
- Even if you aren’t successful in your FeverTree application, you’ll still be eligible for the payment plan options with GetSmarter
