When stepping into a leadership role in the accounting profession, many practitioners are surprised to see how their role shifts from analysis to people management. In many ways, accounting skills take a backseat to the ability to build a positive culture and increase engagement.

In this course, we will utilize research and survey results to help identify the qualities of a top manager. We will use case studies to demonstrate how leadership skills can be applied in real-life situations to cultivate a more positive company culture.

This program has been approved for 1 HR (General) recertification credit hour toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute.

Key learning outcomes include:

• Identifying the essential attributes that define a great manager according to industry research.
• Understanding the critical importance of employee engagement and its impact on team performance.
• Implementing actionable techniques to enhance team collaboration and individual relationships.
• Developing the ability to balance productivity targets with nurturing team well-being and growth.
• Applying course concepts to real-world management scenarios to reinforce learning.

Mastering these skills is key to becoming a successful manager who empowers their team and drives collective achievement. Join us to elevate your leadership capability and build a truly better team.