Navigating Diversity with Leadership
This course melds cultural intelligence, inclusive and purposeful leadership, empowering leaders in today’s global, diverse landscape.
This course is part of multiple certification programs.
Who is it for?
This course is suitable for every professional who works in sports both on and off the pitch, and aspiring leaders who are seeking to build strong leadership & management skills, and drive a positive culture.
LEADERS
Cultivate a positive organizational culture through effective leadership and management.
ASPIRING LEADERS
Develop the essential leadership skills and knowledge needed to excel in the sports industry.
What will you learn
In an era defined by globalization and diversity, effective leadership requires a nuanced understanding of varied cultures and the importance of inclusion. This course intertwines the principles of cultural intelligence with inclusive leadership, equipping leaders to navigate and flourish in diverse settings.
Cultural Intelligence
Delve into the understanding and capability of a person to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. This topic will explore the facets of cultural intelligence, its relevance in a globalized world, and its importance in leadership roles.
Inclusive Leadership
Discover the principles and practices that promote an inclusive environment, ensuring that all team members feel they are treated respectfully and fairly, are valued and sense that they belong, and are confident and inspired.
Purposeful Leadership
Explore the concept of purposeful leadership and its role in guiding organizations through adversity. Learn to align the team’s purpose with organizational goals.
How it works
Fast-paced courses with a min of 2 weekly live lectures taught by top professionals and industry leaders, providing you with the tools, frameworks, and strategies for immediate impact.
Dynamic Lectures
Develop the essential skills and knowledge with fully engaging sessions.
Learn along with professionals
Engage and interact with like-minded professionals.
Put your learnings into practice
Complete the light assignments to earn your badge.
Meet your lecturers
ANNA EDWARDS
Anna Edwards leads EPP's C-suite and board-level searches, whilst also heading up their coaching and mentoring services. She placed senior leaders, globally, at Amazon, LEGO, Bacardi, and IKEA among others. Anna is a Technical Expert for FIFA, a permanent tutor on the English FA’s Technical Director Course, and a guest lecturer for the LMA’s Diploma in Football. She coaches individuals on creating their narrative and consults for clients across football and wider sport on organizational and team design. Anna has an MA in Modern History from the University of Oxford and a Master in Coaching and Mentoring from Oxford Brookes Business School.
DAVE SLEMEN
Dave Slemen founded EPP in 2013 after a successful rugby career, and both run EPP’s senior-level searches within elite sports and head up the advisory practice. Dave regularly speaks at industry events and has been a guest tutor for The FA, Loughborough University, and Salford University’s MSc in Sporting Directorship. Dave completed his Executive MBA from the University of Bath Business School in 2021. He earned his BSc in Sports Science and Physiology from Leeds University.
A learning experience like no other
A dynamic world of continuous professional development along with like-minded professionals and elite-level lecturers.
Weekly Live LECTURES
2-4 dynamic lectures that generates actionable frameworks.
Certificates
Complete courses to earn Professional Certificates.
WEEKLY Cohort Meetings
Engage with weekly reflection sessions built on shared insights.
A Global Network
Connect to a network, fostering new insights and engagement.
Balanced Learning Rhythm
6-7 weeks of lectures, then 1-2 weeks off for optimal balance.
Rich Learning Resources
Pre-session case studies and articles for deeper understanding
Interactive and Energizing
Dynamic sessions filled with interactivity.
FLEXIBLE LEARNING
Everything is recorded; complete anytime for busy schedules.
Learn with a network of like-minded people from clubs/associations like:
Members
have completed our courses since our launch in 2022.
Countries
A truly global platform with Alumni across 6 continents.
of our members recommend our programs to others.
of our members say that our courses increased their skills.
Hear from our members
The testimonials highlight transformative experiences and underscore the various values of our courses, all with a strong commitment to growth and development.
Ceri Bowley
Global Head of Technical Leadership at Double Pass
“A good starting point for those curious about the role with clear pathways to progress for those who want to continue learning.”
Matt Johnson
Head of Recruitment at Portsmouth FC Women
“The network, skills and workflow insight gained on the Sporting Directors Course has allowed me to obtain a role as a Head of Recruitment for a Women’s team at Portsmouth FC.”
Gabriel Glavan
Sporting Director at Dinamo Bucharest
“Great educational program. From the organisation to the speakers, everything is of great value. The learning spectrum is wide. I would recommend this to anyone in the football business.”
Robert Sabeh
Club Development Manager at UAE Pro League
“The courses bring together accomplished instructors that impart practical knowledge and real-life situations, and a cohort full of experienced practitioners. Well worth the fee.”
FOCUS CLUB
FOCUS for Organizations
A learning experience designed to empower your teams.
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