(13:00 - 16:00 CET)

(08:00 - 15:00 CET)

Managing and Embracing Conflict for Growth

Participants will need to bring their laptops to this training.

Middle Leader Certificate in Managing and Embracing Conflict for Growth

Middle and Teacher Leaders regularly work with different perspectives, competing priorities, and moments of tension within teams. Managing and embracing conflict effectively is therefore an important part of leadership, particularly when the goal is to sustain trust, clarity, and a shared sense of purpose.

This course explores why conflict occurs and the role of the leader in responding to it effectively. Participants will examine how leaders can manage and embrace conflict within their teams, beginning with the importance of self-awareness and clear communication. The course also considers how the successful leadership of change can help leaders navigate conflict more effectively, particularly when expectations, priorities, or ways of working are shifting.

Participants will engage with practical strategies and approaches for managing difficult conversations, separating the personal from the professional, and responding constructively in challenging situations. Through guided practice in a safe and supportive environment, they will strengthen both confidence and capability.

By the end of the course, participants will leave with a practical toolkit of strategies and protocols to manage and embrace conflict successfully across a range of contexts.

Guiding Questions:

• Why does conflict occur, and what is the role of the leader?
• How can leaders manage and embrace conflict within their team?
• How can successful leadership of change help leaders to navigate through conflict effectively?
• What strategies and approaches can leaders use to manage difficult conversations?

Specialised Certificates: Earn a Middle Leader Certificate in Managing and Embracing Conflict for Growth which counts towards the ECIS Middle Leader Award. Participants are expected to attend the sessions on both days to earn the certificate

Networking Opportunities: Connect with international school Middle and Teacher Leaders to exchange ideas and build a valuable network of professional contacts. Middle Leaders in Luxembourg provides a platform for collaboration and peer learning, fostering a sense of community among participants.

Hands-on Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops that bridge theory and practice. Gain practical insights into leadership and curriculum methodologies that Middle and Teacher Leaders can implement in their school context.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to elevate your leadership skills, connect with fellow educators, and earn a Middle Leader Certificate. Join us in Prague this October and become a catalyst for positive change in your educational community!

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