This online master class aims to help professionals develop their own emotional intelligence (EI) by examining the 5 composite scales and 15 subscales of EI. The modules are grounded in Viewpoint’s 3 U’s, (understanding yourself, understanding others and understanding context), and focus on the impact of our emotions related to how we act, react and interact. Understanding the elements of the competencies explored in the modules can assist in not only our own development, but can also lead to understanding those we interact with at a deeper level. This online master class is self-paced and accompanied by the My Viewpoint workbook for personal and professional reflection as it relates to your role as a professional.
Learning Objectives:
Recognizing and understanding the 5 composite scales and 15 competencies of emotional intelligence.
Interpreting and illustrating how each competency impacts your role as a professional and different stakeholders in your industry.
Examining connections between specific competencies and personal and professional experiences through reflective practice.
Evaluating current strategies used in your role and identifying additional/new strategies that can be used for effective interaction with stakeholders in your industry.
Developing specific strategies that can be integrated in the workplace to foster the development of emotional intelligence and resiliency.
Creating a leadership development plan specific to the needs of the participant.
Module Overview:
Module 1: Self-Perception
Module 2: Self-Expression
Module 3: Interpersonal
Module 4: Decision Making
Module 5: Stress Management
Module 6: Happiness & Well-being
Suggested Readings: Stein, S. J. & Book, H. E. (2011). The EQ Edge: Emotional Intelligence and Your Success. Canada: Jossey-Bass.
About the Instructor:
Dr. Rumeet Billan is a social entrepreneur and an educator. She is the President of Jobs in Education, a Partner at Viewpoint Leadership and Academy, and completed her PhD at the University of Toronto. She teaches, writes and speaks on social entrepreneurship, leadership and emotional resiliency. Her focus is on research and the development of global competence and emotional intelligence. At the age of 25 and again at age 28, Rumeet received the honour of being named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women. She has been featured in Forbes.com and continues to integrate her business and research with her passion for creating change through education. To learn more, visit www.rumeetbillan.com
