Courageous and values-based decision making can create the atmosphere that allows judgments to be made within the context of vision, mission, and agency goals. Put simply, this workshop provides leaders with the ability to make better decisions. Even the most challenging decisions are less gut-wrenching if they flow from common well thought-out values, clear priorities, and strategic agreement. Through case studies, reflection, exercises, and lively discussion, participants learn the importance of values-based decision making based on the organization's mission and develop a set of useful tools to put that learning into action. This workshop is presented in partnership with the Institute for Global Ethics.
Course Overview
Course Outcomes
- Expand awareness of why courageous decision making matters to leaders and decision makers
- Learn to analyze and resolve right versus right dilemmas in a courageous, forthright, and thoughtful manner
Business Need
Leaders make tough decisions every day. The toughest decisions are those that put deeply held values in conflict. Making the right decision is easy when there's a clear distinction between right and wrong, but often the distinction isn't so obvious. This workshop provides the foundation for courageous decision making. Even more important, it gives leaders a foundation to stand on in tough times. In a world of unremitting change, leaders must display unremitting character, integrity, and courage when faced with their toughest decisions.
Course Topics
The Ethics of Right vs. Right
- Two real-life case studies which go to the heart of courageous decision making
Dilemma Analysis
- Learn to analyze and understand the relevant choices before making decisions.
- Examine and apply four “dilemma paradigms” which help to see choices more clearly
Why Ethics Matter
- How changing expectations of leadership, a more transparent society, and the influence of technology are making ethics and ethical decision making increasingly important for leaders
Ensuring Courage
- Learn the three resolution principles to use in reaching a decision on a right vs. right issue
- Apply the principles to your own dilemmas to reinforce the validity of the model
Course Schedule
Typical Course Duration
Virtual: 4 hours
In-person: 8 hours
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Delivery Methods
Number of participants
- in-person: 30
- virtual: 30
Course Details
Course Level:
- Mid Level Leader
- Senior Level
Learning Methods:
- Case Study
- Discussion
- Lecture
- Personal Reflection
Equipment:
- easel/markers
- LCD projector and screen