LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT IN ACTION PROGRAM

Empowering Bioscience Graduate Students and Postdocs to Lead with Confidence

The Leadership and Management in Action Program (LMAP) is designed to equip bioscience graduate students and postdocs with the essential interpersonal and psychological skills needed to lead teams and manage people in a scientific research environment. Whether you're stepping into a leadership role for the first time or looking to enhance your influence in a position with little formal authority, this program provides the tools you need to navigate complex dynamics and thrive.

Developed with insights from real-world research and the unique challenges faced by graduate students and postdocs, LMAP addresses common obstacles in leadership and team dynamics within the scientific community. Through a combination of hands-on activities, case studies, and current leadership research, the program explores communication strategies, conflict management, and navigating organizational hierarchies—skills that are crucial for effective leadership at all levels.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Practical Leadership Skills: Build confidence in leading teams, managing conflict, and communicating effectively in high-pressure environments.

  • Real-World Case Studies: Engage in active learning through authentic case studies, allowing you to develop critical problem-solving skills by analyzing scenarios faced by your peers in similar contexts.

  • Strategic Insights: Understand the psychology of leadership and how to foster professional behaviors and communication strategies that resonate with diverse team members.

  • Progressive Learning: Start with foundational interpersonal skills and build up to analyzing complex leadership scenarios, ensuring a seamless development of your leadership capacity over time.

Who Should Attend?
This program is perfect for graduate students and postdocs in biosciences who are ready to take on leadership roles, whether they are managing research teams, collaborating across disciplines, or seeking to influence without formal authority.

Program Format:

  • Available in Face-to-Face or Remote facilitation options

  • Interactive learning through active problem-solving and discussions

  • Builds from foundational interpersonal skills to advanced leadership strategies

To learn more or schedule a session for your team, click below.