Course Description
The millennials generation, aka Generation Y, has been gaining a greater presence in leadership positions as older generations shift into different stages of their careers. Millennials bring a different set of values and work styles with them. Along with globalization and technology changes, these differences have contributed to millennials adopting new leadership styles over traditional methods. Millennials prioritize qualities like inclusivity, social responsibility, and adaptability. Understanding these key strengths can help you develop your presence as a millennial leader.
In KnowledgeCity’s course on Becoming an Effective Millennial Leader, you’ll explore trends in leadership and discover how working has changed as millennials started gaining more leadership positions. You’ll learn about the role millennials play in developing those trends and how they have created their own. By the end of this course, you’ll understand how to best position yourself for success when applying for a leadership role.
What You'll Learn
- Identify changes in millennial leadership styles compared to traditional methods
- Understand the role millennials play in today's leadership
- Explain ways to position yourself for a leadership role
- Explore shifting trends in work and leadership
- Recognize how millennials have shaped and created new leadership trends
Key Takeaways
- Millennials, also known as Generation Y, have gained a greater presence in leadership positions as older generations shift into different career stages.
- Millennials bring a different set of values and work styles, which along with globalization and technology changes have contributed to new leadership styles over traditional methods.
- Millennials prioritize qualities like inclusivity, social responsibility, and adaptability.
- Understanding these key strengths can help you develop your presence as a millennial leader.
- By the end of the course, you'll understand how to best position yourself for success when applying for a leadership role.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
The course explores trends in leadership and how working has changed as millennials gained more leadership positions, including the role millennials play in developing those trends and how they created their own. Lessons cover shifting trends in work and leadership, the role of millennials in shaping leadership trends, and positioning yourself for leadership.
Who is this course for?
It is suited to those looking to develop their presence as a millennial leader and understand how to position themselves for success when applying for a leadership role.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course focuses on skills including Goal Setting, Leadership, and Career Development.
What are the learning objectives?
By the end, you'll be able to identify changes in millennial leadership styles, understand the millennial's role in today's leadership, and explain ways to position yourself for leadership.
How is the course structured?
The course includes lessons titled Introduction, Shifting Trends in Work and Leadership, The Role of Millennials in Shaping Leadership Trends, Positioning Yourself for Leadership, and a Test Your Knowledge assessment.
Professional Certifications and Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Professional Development Credits (PDCs): 0.25
KnowledgeCity is approved by SHRM as a Recertification General Provider to offer SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional development credits (PDCs). By taking the courses approved by SHRM, KnowledgeCity can award SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for HR knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™).
