Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Leadership Communication and Influence Training Course

Course Introduction

Leadership Communication and Influence is a comprehensive professional training course designed to equip leaders, managers, executives, and professionals with practical skills in strategic communication, executive presence, persuasive leadership, stakeholder engagement, interpersonal communication, emotional intelligence, negotiation, public speaking, conflict resolution, organizational influence, leadership branding, and change communication. The course focuses on developing leaders who can communicate effectively, inspire action, build trust, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational success through powerful communication strategies.

In today’s dynamic and interconnected workplace, effective communication is one of the most critical leadership competencies. Leaders are expected to communicate vision, manage change, engage employees, influence decision-makers, and build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Organizations increasingly require leaders who can communicate with confidence, credibility, clarity, and impact across diverse audiences and environments.

Participants will gain practical experience in leadership communication frameworks, influence strategies, executive presentations, stakeholder management, negotiation techniques, and communication planning. Through practical exercises, simulations, group discussions, and real-world case studies, participants will develop the competencies required to become influential leaders and effective communicators.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of leadership communication and influence.
2. Develop strategic communication skills for leadership effectiveness.
3. Strengthen interpersonal communication and relationship-building capabilities.
4. Enhance executive presence, credibility, and professional influence.
5. Apply persuasive communication and stakeholder engagement techniques.
6. Improve public speaking and presentation skills.
7. Manage difficult conversations and workplace conflicts effectively.
8. Lead organizational change through effective communication strategies.
9. Strengthen negotiation and influencing skills in complex situations.
10. Develop communication plans that support organizational goals and leadership success.

Organization Benefits

Organizations sponsoring participants will benefit through:

1. Improved leadership effectiveness and communication performance.
2. Enhanced employee engagement and workplace collaboration.
3. Stronger stakeholder relationships and organizational reputation.
4. Improved change management and transformation outcomes.
5. Better conflict resolution and workplace harmony.
6. Enhanced negotiation and partnership-building capabilities.
7. Increased employee motivation and productivity.
8. Improved organizational alignment and strategic execution.
9. Stronger leadership pipeline and talent development.
10. Increased organizational influence, competitiveness, and growth.

Target Participants

• Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
• Executive Directors
• Senior Managers
• Team Leaders
• Department Heads
• Human Resource Managers
• Project Managers
• Organizational Development Specialists
• Communication and Public Relations Professionals
• Government Officials
• Policy Makers
• Business Development Managers
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Consultants and Advisors
• Professionals preparing for leadership roles

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Leadership Communication and Influence

• Principles of leadership communication and strategic influence
• Communication styles and leadership effectiveness
• Building credibility, trust, and executive presence
• Emotional intelligence and communication excellence
• Understanding stakeholder expectations and communication needs
• Case Study: Transforming organizational performance through effective leadership communication

Module 2: Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Developing strategic communication plans
• Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies
• Internal and external communication management
• Communication for organizational alignment and performance
• Building strong professional and business relationships
• Case Study: Leading stakeholder engagement during organizational transformation

Module 3: Persuasive Communication and Influencing Skills

• Principles of persuasion and influence in leadership
• Negotiation and influencing without authority
• Communicating vision, strategy, and organizational goals
• Storytelling techniques for leadership impact
• Building consensus and managing resistance
• Case Study: Influencing organizational decisions and stakeholder support

Module 4: Executive Presentation and Public Speaking Skills

• Executive communication and presentation techniques
• Public speaking confidence and audience engagement
• Delivering impactful speeches and leadership messages
• Virtual communication and digital presentation skills
• Managing questions, feedback, and challenging audiences
• Case Study: Delivering a high-impact executive presentation

Module 5: Conflict Resolution, Difficult Conversations, and Change Communication

• Managing difficult conversations with confidence
• Conflict resolution and mediation techniques
• Providing constructive feedback and performance discussions
• Communication during organizational change and crisis situations
• Building resilience through effective leadership communication
• Case Study: Leading change through strategic communication

Module 6: Leadership Influence and Future Communication Trends

• Developing a personal leadership communication brand
• Communication ethics and professional integrity
• Cross-cultural communication and global leadership
• Digital communication, social media, and leadership influence
• Creating a leadership communication action plan
• Case Study: Building long-term leadership influence and organizational impact

General Information

1. Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.
2. Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.
3. Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.
4. Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).
5. Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.
6. Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.
7. Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.
8. Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.
9. Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.
10. Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.
11. Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.
12. Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.
13. Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.
14. Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.