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Leadership Academy UP

This comprehensive two-year training programme is aimed at developing the key managerial competencies of Palacký University (UP) senior staff in the field of research organisation management. UP senior staff will undertake training in the areas of strategic management of research organisations, leadership, change and innovation management, crisis management in science and research, and international and applied collaboration. Other topics covered will include the sustainable development of science and research, funding and the formation of specialist teams, leading multidisciplinary teams, communication and negotiation in science and research, and the ethical use of AI tools. Intended for all senior staff, in particular the Rector?s Council, deans of faculties and the director of CATRIN, directors of central units and heads of departments.

Leadership for Women in Management

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Leadership at a university is not about giving orders. You lead colleagues and teams through trust, influence, and the sense of purpose you are able to convey. This is a different-and more demanding-form of leadership. This practical four-hour course is designed for women in leadership positions at Palacký University who want to lead authentically, confidently, and without fear. It will not be a lecture, but an opportunity to work with your own real-life situations. We will explore the challenges women in academic leadership face most often: how to maintain perspective and resilience, how to set healthy boundaries and say NO without feeling guilty, and how to communicate clearly while remaining respectful. Grounded in 25 years of professional experience, the course offers practical, concrete, and immediately applicable insights.

The educational objective of the programme is to develop managerial and leadership skills in the context of the academic and research environment. The programme takes a practical approach and responds to real-life challenges related to leading people and teams, managing research, and navigating change in the academic and research environment. At the same time, it is geared towards acquiring inspiration from experts from the Czech Republic and partner universities within the Aurora Alliance, and sharing experiences with other leaders and managers at Palacký University Olomouc.

The programme is intended for managerial and senior UP staff.

Participants will gain greater confidence and authenticity in their leadership, along with practical tools for setting boundaries, communicating clearly, and handling challenging situations. They will also develop greater resilience and leave with strategies they can apply immediately in their own leadership roles.

Drábek Jiří, prof. Mgr. Ph.D.