Inclusive Leadership in Practice
Implement inclusive leadership practices, promoting an equitable, respectful and collaborative work environment.
Why take this programme
Leading diverse teams without inclusive practices can generate disconnection, insecurity and poor performance. Conversely, leaders who cultivate equitable and respectful environments create conditions for everyone to contribute authentically, strengthening engagement, innovation and results. Inclusion is not just an ideal, it is an essential competence of contemporary leadership.
Empower leaders to apply inclusion principles in the daily practice of management, promoting more equitable, respectful and collaborative relationships. The course offers practical tools to recognise biases, strengthen listening and cultivate a culture of genuine belonging.
What you develop
Inclusive Self-Awareness
Psychological Safety
Inclusive Communication
Equitable Listening
Ethical Mediation
Active Inclusion
Intergroup Trust
Systemic Accountability
8 modules, from first step to legacy
What true inclusion is: from intention to daily practice
Self-perception and awareness of biases in the leadership context
Microbehaviours and their consequences in team culture
Inclusive listening: presence, empathy and action
Communication with responsibility: choices that build
Inclusive decision-making and its strategic implications
Leadership that welcomes and promotes diverse talent
Sustaining inclusion as value and continuous practice
What you take from the programme
More conscious, inclusive performance aligned with equity principles
Improvement in organisational climate and engagement of all profiles
Reduction of conflicts and increased collaboration across differences
Strengthened reputation of the leader as a reference for respect and inclusion
Real practices applied directly to team culture and routine
Who it is for
Leaders, team or project managers and HR professionals who wish to apply inclusive practices consistently and aligned with organisational strategy. Ideal for those seeking to deepen their role in building more human, respectful and productive environments.
How it works
- Live Content12 hours of theoretical content delivered across 8 modules, live online, over 3 weeks.
- Practical Activities12 hours of structured exercises applying module content to real work scenarios, with delivery and feedback.
- Leadership Assessments12 hours of self-assessment instruments on the Upskill platform, with results analysis and individual development plan (IDP).
- Supervised Application4 individual 60-minute sessions scheduled within 6 months after completion (not part of the 36-hour certified workload).
- InvestmentUS$ 5,000 per programme (US$ 10,000 for both programmes) — single tuition fee, eligible for corporate reimbursement.
- Certification & ApprovalDigital completion certificate with 36 hours and completion report with grades (minimum 75% in final assessment and 75% live attendance).
Choose how you want to develop
At Upskill, we offer you the opportunity to complete the programme entirely online, from anywhere in the world, in 3-week cohorts with live interactive sessions.
Throughout your journey, you will receive tailored guidance to transfer each competency to your real leadership context, transforming learned tools into sustainable daily practice.
Everything about the certification
How are the 36 certified hours distributed in each programme?
Each programme features 36 certified hours completed entirely within the 3-week cohort period: 12 hours of live online theoretical content (8 modules); 12 hours of structured practical activities applied to real workplace challenges, with submission and instructor feedback; and 12 hours of leadership assessments on the Upskill platform, with self-evaluation, diagnostic analysis and an individual development plan (IDP).
How does assessment work and what are the approval criteria?
The programme combines continuous evaluation per module (mandatory practical exercises for each of the 8 modules) and a comprehensive final assessment covering conceptual understanding and practical application. To pass and receive certification, participants must achieve a minimum of 75% on the final assessment and at least 75% attendance in live sessions.
What documentation is issued upon programme completion?
Upon successful completion, participants receive: (1) A digital certificate of completion with 36 certified hours, completion period and detailed competencies (LinkedIn-compatible); (2) A formal completion report recording grades, attendance and approval; and (3) An educational service invoice in the participant's name with a single tuition value per programme.
How do the post-certification supervised application sessions work?
Included in the programme investment, participants receive 4 individual 60-minute sessions dedicated to transferring certified competencies into their workplace reality. These sessions are scheduled according to the participant's availability across the 6 months following completion and do not form part of the 36-hour certified workload.
What is the tuition investment and how does reimbursement work?
Tuition is US$ 5,000 per programme (or US$ 10,000 for the two sequential programmes, providing 72 certified hours and 16 modules). A single tuition invoice is issued for corporate reimbursement. Reimbursement depends on your organisation's policy and is generally treated as taxable income under local regulations.
Who are the faculty experts and in which languages are programmes delivered?
Upskill has a certified network of over 200 executive mentors with extensive international corporate experience, serving leaders across Brazil, Latin America and the United States. Programmes are available in English, Portuguese and Spanish. For institutional enquiries, please contact contato@upskillplatform.com.
How to start your journey
Consultation & Alignment
Confirm coverage with your company's educational reimbursement policy and align with your direct manager.
Pre-Approval by Employer
Submit the pre-approval request in your organisation's internal system before enrolment and cohort launch.
Enrolment & Payment
Enrol in the cohort upon approval; an educational invoice is issued in the participant's name as a single tuition fee.
Programme Completion
Participate in 12h of live content, 12h of practical activities and 12h of assessments over 3 weeks, with continuous and final evaluation.
Certification
Issuance of the 36-hour digital certificate of completion and formal completion report recording attendance and passing grade.
Reimbursement Request
Submit the invoice, proof of payment and completion report into your employer's benefits portal.
Supervised Application Sessions
Participate in 4 individual 60-minute sessions scheduled over the following 6 months to consolidate learning.
Educational reimbursement depends on company policy and approval, and is typically considered taxable income under local law. We recommend confirming tax treatment with your benefits department.
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