Executive and Transformative Leadership: Embracing AI and Emotional Intelligence Toolkit

Dates:

26 January  - 6 February 2026 -  London 

This two-week programme combines:

• Executive Leadership in Action - Short Course - (26 January - 30 January 2026) 

• Transformative Leadership: Embracing AI and Emotional Intelligence - (2 Febrauary - 6 February) 

Course Outline

This comprehensive programme merges the essential elements of executive leadership development with the transformative power of emotional intelligence and artificial intelligence (AI). The workshop offers a forward-thinking approach to executive and transformative leadership, equipping participants with the skills needed to thrive in a technology-driven world while emphasising the importance of emotional intelligence, ethical leadership, and continuous innovation.

Delegates will identify a real-life leadership challenge prior to the workshop and work through it during the programme. Interactive activities, group work, and real-life simulations enable participants to practise new skills and approaches, including influencing, conflict resolution, responsible decision-making, and integrating AI with emotional intelligence.

Participants will assess their own emotional intelligence and behavioural styles, and learn to coach others for enhanced performance, building resilient and empowered teams. The workshop is led by internationally recognised experts and is suitable for both beginners and experienced leaders.

Course Objectives:

On completion you will be able to:

• Understand your own leadership style by examining personal values, preferences, and emotional intelligence.
• Appreciate how emotional intelligence and AI can empower you as a leader and individual.
• Improve influencing skills, communication, and conflict resolution techniques.
• Use power and influence appropriately to deal with difficult situations and individuals.
• Apply basic coaching skills and foster a coaching culture for performance improvement.
• Examine ethical considerations and responsibilities associated with AI use in leadership contexts.
• Integrate AI with emotional intelligence for a balanced leadership approach.
• Build and sustain high-performing, resilient teams and cultivate innovation.
• Return to work with a practical Personal Development Plan.

Key Topics

• Foundational leadership principles and the role of emotional intelligence in team development.
• Identifying qualities and values of successful leaders and applying them to personal growth.
• Influencing strategies and preferred ways to make an impact.
• Components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, empathy, self-regulation, and social skills.
• Effective use and responsible application of AI in leadership.
• Ethical leadership and the implications of technology in the digital age.
• Developing communication and listening skills to resolve conflicts and motivate teams.
• Creating a coaching culture and coaching others for improved performance.
• Cultivating creativity, innovation, wellbeing, and resilience.
• Managing stress and driving continuous improvement during times of change.

Outcomes

• Enhanced self-awareness and insight into personal leadership style.
• Greater ability to influence, motivate, and resolve conflict.
• Proficiency in applying emotional intelligence and coaching techniques within teams.
• Understanding of ethical AI use and its integration with human strengths.