MANUEL S.

ENVERGA UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION

INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH

Development Programs
for Leaders
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Purpose:
A development program describes the steps involved in improving leaders knowledge,
performance, and skills.
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What is a Leadership
Development Program?
• Leadership development programs have traditionally been how companies invest in
internal growth and equip high-potential employees to take on senior positions in the
organization in the near term.

• Though each program may look slightly different, some common elements create a
foundation for developing leadership skills. These include exposure and access to current
management, individual groups for peer support and shared learning, and formalized
mentorship.
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What is a Leadership
Development Program?
• A good leadership development program needs to be flexible to meet individuals where they are
and provide the kind of support they need at the moment for the specific, often unpredictable,
challenges they encounter. 
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What should a
development program
include?
A successful program includes five key elements—communication, coaching,
accountability, influence and negotiation, and change management.
These skills equip leaders with the necessary abilities to create meaningful
relationships, strategize, and adapt to changes.
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Benefits of the Organization from

Leadership Development
Program
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1.Improving the Bottom-line

Organizations with leadership development programs in place tend to see a boost in the bottom
line. The financial impact stems from a variety of factors
Secondly, you’ll be saving on turnover costs. Another factor that positively impacts company
financials is increased productivity. 

2. Attract, develop and retain talent

A leadership development program is an attractive feature for companies looking to recruit. For
similar reasons, organizations can also expect improved retention.
A leadership development program is an official commitment to help top-tier employees not only
grow their skill sets but also help them find new roles within the company to exercise these skills with
a long-term influence. 
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3. Drive strategy execution

Mastering strategic execution should be a key component of any leadership development
program. Not only will an organization have more bright workers capable of transforming goals into
action, but they’ll also develop team members skilled in the art of influencing across non-direct
reporting lines.

4. Increase success in navigating change

For organizations expecting shifts in the industry, doubling down on this core leadership skill could
prove to be a good investment. And even if the only prediction is smooth sailing ahead, change is
always inevitable.
The ability of a leader to not only navigate a new territory but to do so while maintaining
authority, respect, and keeping the morale high, is crucial to getting out safe and sound on the other
side.
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References:
Wool, M. (2021, January 22). What is a leadership development program and why do you need one?
Leadership & Management.
https://www.betterup.com/blog/what-is-a-leadership-development-program-and-why-do-you-need-o
ne?fbclid=IwAR25W_Lkz5PzHfVsh3o38NULm8NcgQYRcM16baiIAX6-xMR2Mq-is7rRxOU
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Thank you!

Mesias, Sarah Glouise T.