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A Technical Leader's Qualities and Effectiveness
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 8 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado Boulder
  • Offered by

About

This course describes the traits of Great Leaders who combine fierce resolve with personal humility. Indeed, they might be described more as "plow horses" as opposed to "show horses". They see themselves as servants to the team and to the organization. They "hold the line" when faced with tough decisions and "do what must be done" when the time comes. Their leadership is based on solid ethical principles and they act with quiet, calm determination. 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.

Modules

Introduction

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Welcome and Where to Find Help
  • About the Assignments

The Power of Vision

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Value of Vision

2 Videos

  • Introduction to this Course
  • What Is "Vision" and Why Is It Critically Important?

2 Readings

  • Writing an Inspiring Vision Statement
  • How To Construct a Vision Statement

The Most Powerful Leadership Trait

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Are You a Courageous Leader?

1 Videos

  • Courage: What Is It and How Can We Tap Into It?

2 Readings

  • Five Characteristics of a Courageous Leader
  • What Does Courage Look Like in a Leader?

The Hidden Strength of Resilience

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Are You a Resilient Leader?

1 Videos

  • Great Leaders and Resilience

2 Readings

  • Resilience in Leadership
  • Increasing Your Resilience as a Leader

The Power of a Positive Outlook

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Do You Have a Positive Outlook?

1 Videos

  • Look for What Is Going Right Instead of What Is Going Wrong!

2 Readings

  • The Power of the Positive on an Organization's Resilience
  • Positivity Is Like Water in the Desert

What Are You Responsible For?

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Do You Take Responsibility?

1 Videos

  • What Does It Mean To Take Responsibility For the Actions Of Your Team?

1 Readings

  • The Highest Mark of Great Leaders

The Whole Is Greater Than the Sum Of the Parts

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Value of Positivity

1 Videos

  • The Collaborative Leader Is Unique in Many Ways!

1 Readings

  • Why Collaboration Is Important As a Leader

Personal Growth

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • How Will You Grow?

1 Videos

  • Leaders Practice Leadership in the Same Way That Attorneys Practice Law

2 Readings

  • Personal Leadership Growth
  • Personal Development Is Part of Growth

Avoiding Difficulty

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Do You Have the Best Intentions?

1 Videos

  • The Signs of Deteriorating Leadership

1 Readings

  • Avoiding Cynicism as a Leader

An Introduction to Negotiation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • How Do You Negotiate?

1 Videos

  • A Key Element Of Negotiation Is Preparation

1 Readings

  • Negotiation for a Leader

Navigating Office Politics

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • How Do You Navigate Office Politics?

1 Videos

  • Wherever Two Or More People Gather, Drama Ensues

1 Readings

  • How the Best Leaders Navigate Office Politics

Managing Stakeholders

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • How Do You Manage Stakeholders?

1 Videos

  • Stakeholders: Who Are They, Why Are They Important, and How Might You Manage Them

1 Readings

  • Keeping Stakeholders In the Loop

Finding a Mentor

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Do You Have A Mentor?

1 Videos

  • Having a Mentor Is a Wise Move For Any Leader

1 Readings

  • Finding a Mentor To Support You as a Leader

Final Assignment

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Reflection on a Technical Leader's Qualities and Effectiveness

Auto Summary

Discover the essential traits of effective technical leaders in this personal development course by Coursera. Focused on combining fierce resolve with personal humility, the course highlights the importance of ethical principles and determination. Ideal for engineers and technical professionals aiming for leadership roles, this foundational course is part of CU Boulder's Master of Engineering in Engineering Management program. With a flexible duration of 480 minutes and a starter subscription, it offers valuable insights for a broad audience.

Daniel Moorer
Instructor

Daniel Moorer