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Developing Executive Leadership

Effective executive leaders do more than manage day-to-day priorities. They think strategically, set a clear direction and create the conditions that help people perform at their best. That requires understanding your own leadership strengths, communicating with impact and knowing how to adapt your approach to different people and situations. In AMA's Developing Executive Leadership course, you'll explore the connection between strategy, people and organizational performance. You'll strengthen your emotional intelligence and executive presence, practice coaching others toward greater accountability and self-reliance, and learn how trust, values and culture influence engagement and results. You'll also examine what it takes to become an inspirational leader—one who can communicate purpose, motivate others and align people around a shared vision. Through self-assessment, practical exercises, peer collaboration and a personal leadership development plan, you'll identify the leadership practices that will help you make a greater impact on your team and organization. Available exclusively at AMA and backed by a century in new manager training, we offer proven expertise few can match—and back it with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

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About This Course

Executive leadership requires strategic thinking, strong communication and the ability to inspire and develop others. AMA's Developing Executive Leadership course helps experienced leaders strengthen executive presence, emotional intelligence and the leadership skills needed to influence across the organization. Participants learn to communicate strategic direction, adapt their leadership style, coach and develop others, build stakeholder trust and create a culture that supports engagement and performance. This executive leadership training helps leaders align people with organizational goals and drive stronger business results.

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Who Should Attend

  • Mid-level managers or executives who lead others with managerial responsibility
  • Executives who require strong decision-making skills and the ability to lead and motivate others

  •   In-Person3 Day(s)
    1.8 CEU, 18 CLP, 21 CPE, 18 PDCs, 18 PDU, 18 PMU
  •   Live Online3 Day(s)
    1.8 CEU, 18 CLP, 21 CPE, 18 PDCs, 18 PDU, 18 PMU
 
 

Effective executive leaders do more than manage day-to-day priorities. They think strategically, set a clear direction and create the conditions that help people perform at their best. That requires understanding your own leadership strengths, communicating with impact and knowing how to adapt your approach to different people and situations.

In AMA's Developing Executive Leadership course, you'll explore the connection between strategy, people and organizational performance. You'll strengthen your emotional intelligence and executive presence, practice coaching others toward greater accountability and self-reliance, and learn how trust, values and culture influence engagement and results.

You'll also examine what it takes to become an inspirational leader—one who can communicate purpose, motivate others and align people around a shared vision. Through self-assessment, practical exercises, peer collaboration and a personal leadership development plan, you'll identify the leadership practices that will help you make a greater impact on your team and organization.

Available exclusively at AMA and backed by a century in new manager training, we offer proven expertise few can match—and back it with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

  • Develop an executive leadership style that builds trust, sets clear direction and drives stronger performance
  • Communicate your organization’s mission, vision and values with authenticity and purpose
  • Coach and inspire others to increase performance, accountability and engagement
  • Strengthen your emotional intelligence to lead yourself and others more effectively
  • Recognize the characteristics of effective executive leadership and behaviors that can undermine your impact
  • Balance strategic priorities with the day-to-day demands of leadership
  • Create a productive culture that aligns people around a shared purpose
  • Identifying your leadership challenges, strengths and development opportunities
  • Applying strategic leadership to mission, vision, values, goals and priorities
  • Strengthening emotional intelligence, communication and executive presence
  • Adapting your leadership approach to the capabilities and needs of others
  • Coaching and developing others to increase performance, accountability and self-reliance
  • Shaping organizational culture through values, ethics, trust and engagement
  • Applying inspirational leadership practices to motivate and engage others
  • Creating a personal leadership development plan to strengthen your executive effectiveness

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and Address Your Leadership Challenges
  • Analyze the Results of Your Self-Assessment Strengths and Development Needs
  • Relate the Components of Strategic Leadership to Your Organization
  • Assess Your Emotional Intelligence and Its Impact on Your Leadership Potential
  • Understand and Apply the Concepts of Strategic Leadership
  • Coach Employees Toward Improved Performance
  • Discover Your Personal Values and Ethics and Their Influence on Your Leadership
  • Identify and Apply Practices That Influence Motivation and Engagement
  • Assess the Culture of Your Organization
  • Apply Techniques of Inspirational Leadership
  • Create a Personal Development Plan to Bolster Your Executive Performance

My Leadership Journey

  • Identify Your Most Important Leadership Challenges and Insights to Address These Challenges
  • Describe AMA’s Total Professional Model and Leader-Level Competencies
  • Identify Your Strengths and Development Needs Based on AMA’s Leader-Level Competencies
  • Evaluate the Relationships Between Your Leadership Challenges and Your Assessment Results

Strategic Leadership

  • Describe Leadership and Management Behaviors and Their Relationship to Your Role in Your Organization
  • Define the Elements of Strategic Leadership and a Strategic Plan
  • Focus on the Vision, Mission, and Values for the Area You Lead and Draft the Components
  • Apply the Essence of Goal Setting to Set Goals That Will Be Accomplished
  • Focus on the Significance of Prioritization Based on a Sense of Urgency and Importance

Leveraging Professional Effectiveness

  • Define Emotional Intelligence and Its Importance
  • Identify Your Emotional Intelligence Strengths and Development Needs
  • Apply Techniques and Practices to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence
  • Refine Your Strategy and Practice Professional Effectiveness, Communication and Leadership/Executive Presence Skills

Developing the Talents of Others

  • Identify the Relationships Between Work Environment and Individual Factors of Performance
  • Recognize the Relationships Among Strategy and Individual Performance
  • Apply Strategic Leadership Skills to Develop Team Members
  • Practice a Coaching Process to Support Self-Reliant Problem Solving and Personal Accountability

Aligning Organizational Culture and Engagement with Strategy

  • Recognize the Importance of Shaping Organizational Culture
  • Assess the Culture of Your Organization or Team
  • Consider the Alignment of Your Personal Values with the Values of Your Organization
  • Identify the Types of Organizational Cultures and Their Influence on Members
  • Describe the Importance of Leading an Ethical Organizational Culture
  • Select Practices to Create and Maintain Trust with Your Team Members

The Art and Science of Inspirational Leadership

  • Create and Share a Personal Crest That Describes Your Authentic Leadership Attributes
  • Describe the Relationship Between Leadership and Employee Engagement
  • Differentiate Between Recognition and Reward Practices Based on the Personal Preferences of Others
  • Identify Actions You Will Take to Create a More Motivating Workplace

Leadership Development Plans

  • Prepare and Plan for Your Continued Leadership Development
  • Complete and Receive Feedback on Your Leadership Development Plan

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View a Sample of Our Reviews

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926 reviews

 
The course was full of information and I have a lot to review and practice.
5
Bill B.
 
Director Technology Support Svcs
 
Industry: Education
Great seminar. Good pace and content. The instructor had a lot of professional and educational experience. Worth every dollar!
5
ALEJANDRO T.
 
VP MARKETING
 
Industry: Manufacturing, Food & Beverage
The material/content and instructor was very good and insightful. Definitely information that can be applied in day to day to becoming a more effective leader.
5
Isidro A.
 
SENIOR GLOBAL PROJECT MANAGER
 
Industry: Holding Company & Conglomerate
The course on Developing Executive Leadership met my expectations. I took this course to examine whether or not Executive Leadership is something that I wanted to pursue and to learn to write a Vision Statement. Mission accomplished.
5
BRENDA C.
 
Shop Manager
 
Industry: Retail
Great material, very informative teacher and wonderful classmates to share knowledge and network with! overall an outstanding experience!
5
Briggette P.
 
HR Generalist
 
Industry: Government

This course is valid for 18 PMUs.

AMA is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (18 PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM.

Talent Triangle PDUs
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Project Management Institute (PMI) Talent Triangle, 2015.
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American Management Association is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.

American Management Association is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. For additional information or for more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints and refunds, please contact Customer Service at 800-262-9699.

Recommended CPE Credit:
Classroom: 21 hours/Intermediate 
Prerequisites: Foundation in Leadership
Advance Preparation: Online pre-and post-assessment
Delivery Method: Group Live/Group Internet Based
Field of Study: Non-Technical – Communication & Marketing, Personal Development

In-Person Schedule

12 Sessions Available

Live Online Schedule

8 Sessions Available

  • $3,195.00 Non Members
  • $2,895.00 AMA Members
  • $2,833.00 GSA
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is executive leadership training designed for?

This executive training is designed for mid-level managers to executives who are responsible for setting direction, leading at scale and influencing across the organization. It’s ideal for those looking for structured executive leadership development beyond basic management or leadership training.

What does this executive leadership course focus on?

This program focuses on the skills required at the executive level—strategic thinking, executive presence, decision making, influencing without authority and leading through complexity. The emphasis is on how executives lead, not just what they manage.

How is executive leadership training different from general leadership or management training?

General leadership programs often focus on managing teams or building foundational skills. This leadership training for executives is designed specifically for senior-level challenges—enterprise thinking, organizational influence and leading other leaders. It goes beyond day-to-day management into true executive management training.

What practical outcomes can I expect from this executive leadership development program?

After completing this course, participants can communicate with greater clarity and authority, make more confident strategic decisions, and lead with increased credibility across stakeholders, peers and senior leadership.

How does this compare to other programs or competitors?

Many executive leadership seminars focus on theory, coaching-only models or self-paced content. AMA’s Developing Executive Leadership program is an instructor-led experience grounded in real-world leadership challenges. It’s well suited to executives who want practical application, peer discussion and structured development rather than purely academic or on-demand learning.

Can this course be delivered in house as corporate leadership training for executives, senior leaders and emerging leaders?

Yes. This course can be delivered to your organization as customized corporate leadership training, in person or live online. This program is designed for groups of leaders who need to strengthen strategic thinking, executive presence, and enterprise-level leadership skills. Content can be tailored to your organization’s priorities, leadership challenges, and business strategy, with immediate, real-world application. To explore private delivery options, please contact us for more information.

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