21st Century Leadership Communication: Mastering Convincing Expertise in Global and Multidisciplinary Workplaces (5cr)

Objective

Learning outcomes
After completing the course, you will be able to:
• Master persuasive communication to inspire and motivate
• Navigate cultural differences with intercultural competence
• Resolve conflicts using effective management and negotiation skills
• Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams to achieve common goals
• Create impactful communication content that resonates with your audience

Content

In today’s fast-paced world, effective leadership communication is crucial. Leaders must navigate
multicultural environments, inspire diverse teams, and communicate clearly across various
platforms.

This master’s level course is designed to equip you with advanced leadership communication skills
essential for the 21st century in the multidisciplinary field. Through a combination of online
learning and an intensive in-person period, you will explore the principles of leadership
communication, intercultural communication, and convincing communication techniques.

The course emphasizes practical application, including the creation of leadership communication
videos, and fosters collaboration in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
Transform your leadership communication skills and confidently lead your team through the
challenges of the 21st century. Join us to become a more effective and inspiring leader

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment scale
• Pass / fail

Materials

Learning material & course literature
• TBA

Execution methods

Study methods
• Active participation (online learning modules, interactive workshops, group work and peer
reviews)
• This course will be delivered in English as a combination of online-learning between 15
April and 6 June 2025 and one intensive study week at Jamk Main campus site in Jyväskylä
between 2 and 6 June 2025.
• During the intensive study week, the students will participate to several group activities
and get to know beautiful city of Jyväskylä through local field visits.