Online program
LEADERSHIP &
INNOVATION
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH
DESCRIPTION
MIT has been a trailblazer for innovative ideas for more than a century. In
this time of unprecedented transformation, organizations need to combine
technical excellence with leadership skills.
Leadership and innovation are deeply embedded in MIT’s DNA. That is why
MIT Professional Education has created the online Leadership & Innovation
program, a course designed for self-aware leaders who seek a competitive
edge for themselves and their organizations.
Participants will learn to encourage a culture of innovation and creativity.
Our practical approach is designed to transmit knowledge and skills that
can be applied immediately.
8 WEEKS $2,700 USD 100% ONLINE LEARNING BY DOING
8-10 HOURS/WEEK
KEY TAKEAWAYS
This online program has been designed to provide leaders with the skills and knowledge they
need in order to inspire and nurture creativity and innovation. The return on investment? A
boost to their company’s performance and competitive positioning in a highly competitive
world.
How should leaders best adopt creative ideas? Participants in this
course will explore this question, learning how a new and useful idea
(“creativity”) can be translated into innovation.
Existing leadership skills will be strengthened, with a view to
learning effective ways to create innovative teams, structures and
cultures.
Those partaking will become more in tune with their own leadership
style and be encouraged to consider its effects on group creativity
and innovation.
By reframing how to define those problems that are standing in the
way of executing creative visions, innovation will be better enabled.
Participants will understand how to create and lead high-performing
teams.
They will become familiar with articulating visions that can inspire
others to become motivated to adopt creative ideas.
Clara Piloto
Director of Global Programs
MIT PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
“Essentially, this program will provide an opportunity for
professionals, and especially those in managerial positions, to do
a better job. Companies will be better equipped to reach greater
competitive heights and individuals to be promoted to higher
positions. The program provides real tools that can be put into
practice from day one”.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
The takeaways of this program are cross-sectional. They can be applied to many different
industries, business models and positions. We believe that we all have the capacity to lead,
regardless of our job title, but that not everyone takes up the challenge.
The program might be of interest to:
CEOs and other managers
of companies undergoing
Entrepreneurs of tech-startups
transformation processes for
with innovative aspirations.
which innovation is central to
success.
Professionals with an interest
Technical experts with a strong
in innovation, determined to
interest in technology and
create an impact on innovation
innovation, and in leadership
processes in their organizations
positions.
and drive success.
David Niño
Senior Lecturer
Leadership & Innovation Program
MIT PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
“Leaders determine how organizations adapt
to change. Mastering leadership is not an easy
task”.
WHAT’S IN THE COURSE?
01
Why leadership matters in the innovation process?
MODULE • Introduction and objectives.
• Innovating in a fast-changing World.
• Methodology of creative thinking.
• The role of leadership in innovation.
• References and resources.
My leadership skills
02
MODULE • Identifying leadership skills.
• What do you stand for?
• Forces conditioning us.
• Learning how we have learned
03
Creating and communicating a shared vision
MODULE • Elements of a Shared Vision: “Who are we?”
• Elements of a Shared Vision: “Where do we come from?”
• Elements of a Shared Vision: “Where we are headed?”
• Presenting your strategic vision.
04
Analysis of a real project
MODULE
““At MIT Professional we have a mission: we motivate students
by providing excellent education and empowering them to work in
today’s modern environment”.
Bhaskar Pant
Director Ejecutivo de MIT Professional Education.
Liderazgo en la Innovación
METHODOLOGY AND ASSESSMENT
This program is delivered in a highly collaborative
environment, with a strong emphasis on discussion The participant will be
forums and group activities. The approach is intended accompanied throughout the
to be highly practical. Case studies will be used together program by a facilitator.
with tools that can be put into practice in a professional
environment from day one.
Sessions happen at the same time each Practical activities.
day. They are recorded and uploaded to the
virtual campus for those who cannot attend
the live sessions. Guided discussion forums.
Self-evaluation. Review activities.
Case applications. Additional resources such as videos and
recommended readings.
Leadership & Innovation
FACULTY
David Niño
David Niño is the Instructor David Niño is a Senior Lecturer in the Bernard M. Gordon-MIT
of the Online Leadership & Engineering Leadership Program. Previously, he was Professor in the
Innovation Program. Practice of Engineering Leadership and Lecturer in Management at Rice
University. While at Rice, he led the establishment of the University’s
first four-year academic certificate in engineering leadership and was
Director of Leadership Rice, the university-wide leadership development
program. A former management professor, Dr. Niño has published on the
subjects of leadership, ethics, organizational culture and the development
of professional management skills. He has conducted research in high-
technology environments and is currently interested in investigating how
leadership is developed among engineers and engineering organizations.
Dr. Niño has taught leadership since 1998 at the undergraduate, masters,
doctoral and executive/professional levels. He is currently a founding
officer of the Leadership Development Division of the American Society
of Engineering Education and consults with professionals and executives
in the areas of leadership and team development. He holds a PhD in
Management from the University of Texas at Austin, where he also earned
his bachelor’s, BBA and master’s degrees.
Leadership & Innovation
CUSTOM PROGRAMS
At MIT Professional Education, we are committed to accompanying
organizations as they aspire to provide their professionals with
the ongoing education critical for success in today’s competitive
environment.
That’s why we offer plans for companies who wish to train their
professionals with us:
• Working teams or groups of at least 10 people are eligible for
special rates.
• Custom programs, tailormade for the need of any company and
its professionals.
For any more information on our Custom programs, please contact us
at
[email protected].
Leadership & Innovation
CERTIFICATE
All participants that successfully complete the
course will receive a Digital Certificate from
MIT Professional Education (MIT Professional
Education Certificate of Completion).
Those who complete the program will earn 6.0 Continuing
Education Units (MIT CEUs). These are calculated for each
program according to number of learning hours.
To earn MIT CEUs, participants must complete the online CEU
program survey in their learning platform.
These CEUs may be applied toward professional certifications
or other required training or continuing education hours.
Please consult your professional education department or other
relevant individuals directly for more information.
Leadership & Innovation
HOW TO REGISTER
Fill out the registration form on the
registration page.
Your place will be reserved as soon
as we receive your confirmation.
We will send you access keys to
the virtual campus so you can start
familiarizing yourself with it. The
content of the program will become
available on the day the course starts.
Leadership & Innovation
For any further information, feel free
to contact us.
USA: +1 617 861 2554
Spain: +34 660 558 464
professionalprograms.mit.edu
[email protected]
