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

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

International connections

This course is available for both Finnish and international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate programs worldwide. You can also apply to this course via open university of applied sciences (Jamk open UAS).

Further information

Assessment scale: Pass / fail

Virtual portion

2

Student workload

ONLINE STUDY PERIOD: 15.04.-01.06.2025 (6 weeks), 2 ECTS credits
INTENSIVE STUDY WEEK 2.-6.6.2025 at Jamk Rajakatu Campus, 3 ECTS credits

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment scale
• Pass / fail

Content scheduling

Key themes
• Principles of Leadership Communication: Core concepts, styles, and strategies
• Intercultural Communication: Navigating multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
• Convincing Communication: Rhetoric and argumentation techniques
• Analysis and reflection on leadership communication practices
• Public Speaking and Conflict Management: Presentation and negotiation skills

Teaching language

en

Teaching methods

Study methods
Active participation (online learning modules, interactive workshops, group work and peer reviews)
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.

Location and time

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.

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5

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

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