Basic Leadership Skills

NQF

4

SAQA ID

0755/13-17

MIN CREDITS

15

EST DURATION

2 DAYS

SETA

MERSETA

What is the purpose of the programme?

The purpose of this programme is to provide individuals in junior leadership positions with basic competencies to develop their leadership skills.  This programme introduces the junior manager to the concept of motivation.

What are the learning outcomes?

The focus of this qualification is to enable individuals to develop competencies in a range of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that will enhance their skills in a junior leadership context.

Learning outcomes include:

  • Creating, implementing and maintaining a personal and team task list
  • Explaining the importance of motivating a team
  • Applying theories of motivation and group dynamics
  • Implementing a plan of action to strengthen a team
  • Providing feedback and recognising achievements

How is the programme aligned?

This programme is a SAQA registered skills programme aligned to Unit Standards.

Who is the target audience?

This qualification is well suited to individuals who would like to develop their basic leadership skills and improve performance in teams.

What are the entry requirements?

Learners must meet the following criteria to enter the programme:

  • Communication at NQF Level 3 or equivalent
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 or equivalent

How is the programme structured?

The following topics are covered in the programme:

  • Team motivation
  • Theories of motivation
  • Monitoring team goals
  • Evaluating team performance

How will the course be delivered and assessed?

Facilitation strategy

 

KVR Training offers our clients various facilitation methods based on specific needs. This can include in-person, on-line, virtual facilitation methods or a combination of any of these. Various learning techniques, such as simulations, roleplays and presentations are used. Facilitators give feedback on participation, strengths, and areas for improvement. Practical application is crucial, requiring learners to apply knowledge in their daily work under supervision.

 

Assessment strategy

 

  • Formative assessment is conducted throughout the programme during the facilitated sessions. Assessment activities are included in the Formative Assessment Workbook and will be checked by the facilitator. Learners are expected to complete all the activities in their workbooks.
  • Summative assessment is conducted at the end of the foundational training phase. Learners are expected to complete summative assessment activities in the Summative Assessment Workbook.

What are the workplace requirements?

Outcomes-based skills programmes require application of skills in the workplace. Learners must be exposed to all outcomes related to the Unit Standard; this would include all activities related to motivating and building a team and prioritizing time and work for your team and yourself.

For this course, therefore the following human and physical resources are required:

  • Your work team
  • A meeting room with meeting supplies (flipchart, notebooks, pens etc)

What workplace activities will need to be completed?

Some of the practical workplace activities for this course include the following:

  • Explaining the importance to motivate your team and how levels of motivation can be assessed
  • Applying theories of motivation and group dynamics by doing some research
  • Setting up a meeting with you team
  • Producing a task list for your team

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