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The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 24 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado Boulder
  • Offered by

About

Organizations need to stay on the cutting edge of human performance to remain relevant, now and in the future. The way we've led the people in our organizations in the past is no longer sufficient for success. The landscape of human capital is changing, and a more human-centered approach is warranted to attract and keep the most talented workers. What if our organizations could better harness creativity and innovation? What if we could navigate uncertainty and change with courage and confidence to lower stress and fear? How would creating a flow inducing workforce improve productivity and enhance engagement? How can neuroscience help us better understand gender and diversity challenges? This course is part of the "Neuroscience of Leadership" specialization, which examines leadership techniques through the lens of social cognitive neuroscience and psychology. Utilizing the latest research, we develop a leadership practice based on the foundation of neuroscience. The focus of this course is leading transformational organizations that are set up to excel, now and in the future. In this course you’ll come aways with tool and techniques to navigate change and uncertainty better, foster a diverse workforce, be more innovative and creative, nurture a flow inducing workplace and discover new ways to use neuroscience in business. This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder.

Modules

Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Get to Know Your Classmates

1 Videos

  • Introduction

3 Readings

  • Welcome and Where to Find Help
  • About the companion eBook: "The Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain" (part 3)
  • Download the "Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain" Ebook (part 3)

1 Quiz

  • Unlock the Companion Ebook

A World of Change

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Uncertainty

3 Readings

  • Applying Insights from NeuroLeadership and SCARF to Organizational Change Efforts
  • How to Train Your Brain to Accept Change, According to Neuroscience
  • How Our Brains React To Change And How Best To Handle It

Uncertainty and Unpredictability

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Effective Change Leadership

2 Readings

  • There’s A Lot of Uncertainty Right Now – This is What Science Says That Does to Our Minds, Bodies
  • The Relationship Between Uncertainty and Affect

VUCA Environment

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Module 1 Journal

1 Videos

  • VUCA World

3 Readings

  • Playing the "Inner Game" in a VUCA World
  • Performance Management Lives in a VUCA World
  • Bridging the Complexity Gap: Leading Effectively in a VUCA World

1 Quiz

  • Knowledge Check 1

Gender and Inclusion

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Diversity Wins

3 Readings

  • Inclusion and Gender through a Neuroscience Lens
  • What We get Wrong About Inclusion
  • What Makes a Team Smarter? More Women

Diversity

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Mental Shortcuts

2 Readings

  • Paradox of Diversity in the Collective Brain
  • The Neuroscience of Trust and Implications for Diverse Teams

Cognitive Bias

    • 1 Videos
    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Module 2 Journal

1 Videos

  • Managing Cognitive Biases

4 Readings

  • Unconscious Bias at Work — Making the Unconscious Conscious
  • You're More Biased than You Think
  • The Science Behind "Us" vs. "Them"
  • The Bias Blind Spot: Perceptions of Bias in Self Versus Others

1 Quiz

  • Knowledge Check 2

Being Innovative

    • 1 Videos
    • 4 Readings
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1 Videos

  • The Creative Brain

4 Readings

  • Using Neuroscience to Create Presentations with Lasting Impact
  • Can Senge (1990) Teach Organizations How to Become Responsible Innovators?
  • The Neuroscience of Innovation
  • How Neuroscience Can Boost Your Creativity

Fostering Creativity

    • 2 Videos
    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Module 3 Journal

2 Videos

  • Innovators Rock the Boat
  • Be More Creative

4 Readings

  • Applying the Neuroscience of Creativity to Creativity Training
  • The Promises and Perils of the Neuroscience of Creativity
  • Group Creativity: Musical Performance and Collaboration
  • The Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity

1 Quiz

  • Knowledge Check 3

What is Flow State?

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • What is Flow State?

3 Readings

  • A Review on the Role of the Neuroscience of Flow States in the Modern World
  • Neurocognitive Mechanisms Underlying the Flow Experience
  • The Science of 'Flow States', Explained by a Cognitive Science Researcher

Team Flow

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Two Views of Flow State

2 Readings

  • Team Flow Is a Unique Brain State Associated with Enhanced Information Integration and Interbrain Synchrony
  • Group flow: A Scoping Review of Definitions, Theoretical Approaches, Measures and Findings

Flow Environment

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Module 4 Journal

1 Videos

  • Group Flow State

3 Readings

  • Increasing the "Meaning Quotient" of Work
  • Flow State is the Art and Science of Getting Your Team in the Zone
  • Create a Work Environment That Fosters Flow

1 Quiz

  • Knowledge Check 4

NeuroBusiness

    • 1 Videos
    • 5 Readings
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1 Videos

  • NeuroFeedback

5 Readings

  • Neuromarketing: What You Need to Know
  • Neurostrategy: An Advance through the Paradigm Epistemological in Strategic Management?
  • Sony Bravia Commercial
  • Neurophysiology Uncovers Secrets of TV Commercials
  • Neuromarketing: The New Science of Consumer Decisions

Neurofeedback

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • NeuroBusiness

3 Readings

  • What is Neurofeedback: An Update
  • Transformational Leadership and Neurofeedback: The Medical Perspective of Neuroleadership
  • Neurofeedback to Increase Focus and Productivity

NeuroDecade

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Discussions

  • Module 5 Journal

2 Videos

  • NeuroDecade
  • Summary

1 Readings

  • The Future of Brain-Based Business: How Neuroscience is Changing the Way We Work

1 Quiz

  • Knowledge Check 5

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Unlock the potential of your leadership skills with "The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations." This course delves into the evolving landscape of human performance and capital, emphasizing a more human-centered approach to leadership that is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. Guided by the latest research in social cognitive neuroscience and psychology, this course is a part of the "Neuroscience of Leadership" specialization. It equips you with innovative tools and techniques to foster creativity, navigate uncertainty with confidence, reduce stress, and enhance workplace engagement through the principles of neuroscience. Designed to prepare you for the future of organizational leadership, you'll explore how to create a diverse and inclusive workforce, nurture a flow-inducing environment, and apply neuroscience to overcome gender and diversity challenges. This foundational course is not only an asset for personal development but also integrates seamlessly into CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree. This program, available on Coursera, is tailored for engineers, scientists, and technical professionals aspiring to leadership roles. With no application process and performance-based admissions, the ME-EM is accessible to a wide range of professionals. Enroll in this course to transform your leadership approach and drive your organization towards excellence. With flexible subscription options like Starter and Professional, you can begin your journey at your own pace. Don't miss this opportunity to lead with confidence and innovation in the modern era.

Ron Duren Jr.
Instructor

Ron Duren Jr.