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Foundations for People Leadership

Mini Course
Great people managers communicate with purpose, stay grounded under pressure, and bring out the best in their team. The Foundations for People Leadership mini course gives you the essential skills to lead with confidence, earn your team’s respect, and drive performance in just 4 hours.
Mini courses are short, focused courses designed to help you quickly gain new skills. They are included with the Full Access License, Certificate Programs, and HR Essentials Membership.
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Learning Objectives

Understand the fundamentals of people management and leadership
Enhance self-management and resilience as a new manager
Develop effective delegation and stakeholder management skills
Learn strategies for boosting team engagement and productivity

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Course structure

Foundations for People Leadership
Beginner
3 modules
• 9 lessons
• 4 hours
Empower new managers for success
Successful managers unlock others’ potential and guide teams ahead. The Foundations for People Leadership mini course offers a structured guide for new people managers and leaders. You'll learn how to master self-management and drive team engagement with practical skills, such as running effective meetings, mapping team motivators, and building professional relationships.
MODULE #1
Becoming a Manager
MODULE #2
Self-Management Strategies
MODULE #3
Managing People Effectively

KEY PROJECTS & RESOURCES IN THIS COURSE

Driving Collective Performance Guide
Get practical strategies to build a cohesive and productive team.
How I Would Like To Be Managed Template
Understand team members and customize your leadership style to their individual needs.
Stakeholder Management Playbook
Analyze your stakeholders and optimize your communication with them.
Self Management for Managers Workbook
Build the inner strength and clarity to excel as a manager with practical exercises and tools.
Delegation & Focus Guide Book
Create an effective delegation plan with a step-by-step approach.
The Ultimate Meeting Guide
Get a variety of resources to support your team meetings.
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Why should I enroll in this Foundations for People Leadership mini course?

Starting your first management role is a big change — it’s no longer about doing the work yourself, but helping others succeed. You need to avoid the trap of trying to do it all, because micromanaging kills trust, weak delegation slows progress, and poor communication drags down performance.

This course gives you the guidance to become the manager who empowers, delegates wisely, and communicates with clarity, all within 4 hours. It is ideal for:

  • First-time managers seeking a structured path to transition from individual contributor to leader
  • HR and L&D professionals aiming to upskill new managers across the organization
  • Fast-growing companies that need to develop a strong pipeline of capable people leaders
  • Team leads or supervisors who manage people, even without an official “manager” title
  • Executives & senior managers who want to empower their management teams with strong leadership skills

The bite-sized, engaging video modules are paired with off-the-shelf playbooks, tools, and practical exercises — ensuring that you can immediately apply what you’ve learned.

How is this course different from AIHR’s HR Manager Certificate Program or the HR Business Partner program?

The Foundations for People Leadership mini course focuses on hands-on people management skills, such as delegation and relationship building. If your goal is to deepen your expertise in HR management, we recommend the HR Manager Certificate Program. For those looking to drive a strategic impact and align HR with business goals, the HR Business Partner Certificate Program is a better fit.

This mini course is also a time-efficient option. It comes in a shorter format than a full Certificate Program, so you can learn quickly and save time for what matters the most.

Is there a fixed schedule?

No. This program is 100% online and self-paced! When you learn and how much time you spend each day, week, or month is up to you. In total, you will need to invest approximately 35 hours to finish the program and obtain your certificate.

How long do I have access to the program?

In total, you will have 12 months of access to the student portal, all lessons, and learning materials. On average, members complete their (first) program in 3 - 4 months.

Which languages are the courses conducted in?

All courses are conducted in English with English subtitles available.

Is this program the right fit for me?

If you’re not sure if this program is the right fit, we are here to help you determine which program is the right fit for your goals and needs! Simply talk to one of our admissions advisors or send them an email at [email protected].

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