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Ron Duren Jr. and Ron Duren Jr

This course examines leadership techniques through the lens of social cognitive neuroscience and psychology. Utilizing the latest research, we develop a leadership practice based on neuroscience. Consideration for leading oneself, leading others and leading organizations is covered. Topics include neuroplasticity, psychological safety, resilience, mental toughness, primal power of storytelling, improv and creativity, as well as the subtle power of influence.

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This course examines leadership techniques through the lens of social cognitive neuroscience and psychology. Utilizing the latest research, we develop a leadership practice based on neuroscience. Consideration for leading oneself, leading others and leading organizations is covered. Topics include neuroplasticity, psychological safety, resilience, mental toughness, primal power of storytelling, improv and creativity, as well as the subtle power of influence.

This specialization can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder.

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Three courses

The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence

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Many of us struggle to understand our actions and behavior, especially under pressure. This course will teach you how to tap into your personal excellence when it matters most. You'll learn how your brain works, how to create healthy habits, regulate your emotions, become more mentally tough, and perform well under pressure.

The Neuroscience of Leading High-Performance Teams

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In a demanding business world, team performance matters. This course will help you give your teams the competitive edge you are looking for by teaching you how to motivate and engage your teams, harness the power of storytelling, and create an environment of psychological safety and trust.

The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations

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Organizations need to stay on the cutting edge of human performance to remain relevant. The way we've led people in the past is no longer sufficient. This course examines leadership techniques through the lens of social cognitive neuroscience and psychology, developing a leadership practice based on neuroscience.

Learning objectives

  • Understand how to leverage brain science to maximize individual performance in business and personal relationships.
  • Understand how to leverage brain science to maximize team performance in business and leadership situations.
  • Understand how to leverage brain science to maximize organizational performance in business and leadership situations.

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