ADLP 7525 Leader as Coach
The " Leader as Coach" course is designed for mid- to senior-level managers who are ready to expand their leadership toolkit by embracing coaching as a powerful, results-oriented approach. The course builds upon the foundational skills of leadership, offering a transformative shift toward developing others through intentional, purposeful coaching techniques. Managers who are adept at coaching create environments where individuals feel supported, challenged, and motivated to achieve their personal and professional best. Todays most successful leaders recognize the value of fostering self-reliance and growth within their teams. Coaching offers an invaluable leadership style that encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and the development of potential, all of which are crucial in todays fast-paced, dynamic workplaces. In this course, participants will engage with core coaching frameworks and methodologies that they can apply immediately in their work environment. They will explore how coaching can be integrated into day-to-day management practices, transforming traditional leadership models into more interactive, developmental relationships. Students will leave the course with practical tools for applying coaching techniques to address performance gaps, unlock potential, and lead with a more empathetic, empowering approach.
Course overview
- Department
- Advancing Studies
- School
- ADV
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Graduate
- Offered
- Periodically
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.80 / 5 · Excellent
- Instructor rating
- 4.90 / 5 · Excellent
- Terms evaluated
- 1
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | Elizabeth Corcoran | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 3.2 | 10+ hrs/week | 10 of 11 |