Corporate leadership training
Women Leadership Training Course in Estonia
Give women the confidence and tools to rise as leaders: share their expertise and be heard, ask for what they need, build mentoring and networking relationships, champion fairness for others and keep a healthy balance across a long career, through practical, hands-on training.
- In-person, virtual
or blended - Customised for
your organisation - Delivered worldwide,
including Estonia - For women leaders
at every career stage
Course overview
What Is Women’s Leadership Development?
Women’s leadership development helps women build the confidence, skills and relationships to lead, and to move past the bias and stereotypes that can slow their progress. The course covers a collaborative, authentic leadership presence, speaking up with assurance, a roadmap for career growth, negotiating, handling disagreement, mentors and networks, championing equality and inclusion, and the resilience to keep going.
Workshops, interactive exercises and reflective discussion let participants practise sharing their expertise, making a confident request and mapping their next career move, together with other women leaders in Estonia.
Offered to organisations across Estonia, the course welcomes women at every stage, from aspiring managers and rising professionals to mid-level executives, entrepreneurs and established leaders in business, government, non-profit organisations and academia.
Why it matters
Why Women’s Leadership Matters in Estonia
Organisations across Estonia increasingly value diversity, equality and inclusion. Women who speak up, build strong networks and plan their careers with intent bring wider perspectives to the decisions that shape those organisations.
Talent is underused
When capable women stall below senior level, organisations lose leadership talent they have already developed.
More voices, better decisions
Decisions improve when a wider range of views is heard.
Barriers persist
Unconscious bias and gender stereotypes still shape who is noticed, promoted and rewarded.
Communities progress together
Women in leadership help organisations and communities in Estonia grow.
The Knowles leadership approach
From Insight to Impact
The course traces the journey of a woman leader, from choosing what she wants to lead to keeping her energy over many years, and treats every stage as a skill to practise and pass on.
Women leading in action
- 1. AspireWhat do I want to lead?
- 2. VoiceAm I being heard?
- 3. NegotiateWhat will I ask for?
- 4. NetworkWho backs my growth?
- 5. AdvocateWho else can I lift?
- 6. SustainHow do I keep going?
Key benefits
Why Organisations Choose This Course
This programme helps your leaders and your organisation to:
More Women Leading
More women ready and visible for senior positions.
Confident Voices
Women who share their expertise and shape decisions.
A Mentoring Culture
Senior women who mentor those coming up behind them.
Wider Networks
Relationships that create openings across industries and sectors.
Fairer Workplaces
Leaders who spot and remove obstacles for others.
Sustainable Careers
Leaders who stay resilient and keep work and personal life in balance.
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Course curriculum
A practical and structured learning journey.
Twelve units in three stages take participants from claiming their own leadership, through widening their reach and influence, to championing change for other women.
- Unit 1
Leadership Barriers
- Understand the obstacles that slow women’s path into leadership.
- Tell apart the barriers you can remove and those you must work around.
- Draw lessons from how other women got there.
- Unit 2
Building Confidence
- Name your strengths and what you have already achieved.
- Quiet self-doubt and the worry that you are not ready.
- Build a presence as a leader that is truly yours.
- Unit 3
Assertive Speaking
- Share your expertise plainly and without apology.
- Keep your point when cut off or passed over.
- Make sure your work and ideas are credited to you.
- Unit 4
Career Strategy
- Set SMART leadership goals for the coming years.
- Map the experience and profile you still need.
- Break your roadmap into concrete next steps.
- Unit 5
Win-Win Negotiation
- Get ready to negotiate for pay, roles and resources.
- Make a firm ask and keep the relationship intact.
- Answer objections and settle on a fair deal.
- Unit 6
Calm Disagreement
- Voice disagreement constructively and stand firm.
- Keep your composure as you settle conflict.
- Challenge stereotypes and unequal treatment calmly.
- Unit 7
Mentors and Sponsors
- Seek mentors for guidance and sponsors for backing.
- Make a specific request when you need help.
- Learn from experienced women in leadership.
- Unit 8
Women’s Networks
- Network inside your organisation, online and at events.
- Build circles where women back and support one another.
- Join forces across sectors to push for change together.
- Unit 9
Advocating Equality
- Make a well-evidenced case for gender equality.
- Bring decision-makers and allies on board.
- Champion equality persuasively, without alienating people.
- Unit 10
Rights and Policies
- Know the rights and protections women have at work.
- Draw on workplace policies to secure fair treatment.
- Help colleagues understand and use their rights.
- Unit 11
Opening Doors
- Widen women’s access to learning and training.
- Back women in work, business and enterprise.
- Mentor and sponsor the women who follow you.
- Unit 12
Lasting Resilience
- Manage pressure and look after your well-being.
- Weigh family life against career demands.
- Set boundaries so your leadership lasts.
Course agenda
Two-day course agenda.
A sample agenda showing how the two days run, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The final agenda is agreed with you.
Welcome, objectives and introductions
Leadership barriers
Morning break
Building confidence
Lunch
Assertive speaking
Career strategy
Afternoon break
Win-win negotiation
Day one reflection
Close
Recap and goals for the day
Calm disagreement
Morning break
Mentors and sponsors
Lunch
Women’s networks
Advocating equality, rights and policies
Afternoon break
Opening doors
Lasting resilience and action planning
Close
Participant resources
What participants receive.
A practical set of resources to support learning during the course and application afterwards.
Course Workbook
Content, summaries and activities for every unit.
Templates and Worksheets
Ready-to-use tools to apply learning at work.
Action Plan Template
Turn learning into clear next steps.
Job Aids and Quick Guides
Key models, checklists and frameworks for daily use.
Digital Resources
Additional materials to revisit after the course.
Certificate of Completion
Recognition of the training completed.
Practical application
From theory to real workplace impact.
Each idea is practised through role-plays and interactive exercises: sharing expertise in a meeting, negotiating a request, finding a mentor and planning a push for change, alongside other women leaders in Estonia.
Voice Practice
Practise presenting your view and keeping the floor in a meeting.
Negotiation Role-Play
Negotiate for a new role, extra resources or better pay.
Mentoring Circles
Trade stories and tips with fellow participants and senior women.
Advocacy Planning
Plan how you will win support for a change you want.
Who should attend
Designed for women at every stage of leadership.
Built for women in any sector, from business and government to non-profit organisations and academia, who want to lead and make a difference, whether they are just starting out, rising through the ranks or already lead and want to support others.
- Women ExecutivesWiden their reach and sponsor others.
- Team LeadersGuide their teams with assurance.
- EntrepreneursGrow a venture and strike good deals.
- EducatorsLead within schools and academia.
- Early-Career WomenGain skills and contacts early.
- Community LeadersDrive change in their community.
Course format and delivery
Flexible options to suit your organisation.
Choose the format and duration that fit your schedule and learning needs, whether at your workplace in Estonia, online or a mix of both.
In-Person Training
Delivered at your organisation in Estonia or at a suitable venue.
Virtual Training
Interactive, engaging live online delivery.
Blended Learning
A combination of in-person and virtual sessions.
Customised Training
Tailor case studies, organisation focus, delivery mode, modules and duration. Explore Customized Training
- Typical Duration2 Full Days9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also available as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites and experience level.
No prior experience is required. The course suits women at every career stage and works well for mixed groups of emerging and established leaders.
No formal prerequisites
Open to any woman who wants to lead and make an impact.
All experience levels
From students and graduates to senior executives.
Designed for mixed groups
Emerging and established leaders learn from each other.
Ready to take part
Bring a leadership goal or challenge you are facing.
Course framework
A structured approach to developing leaders.
The framework follows a simple cycle: understand your own leadership, try a new approach, reflect on how it went and carry the lesson into your work and community.
Practical and Actionable
Plans and techniques to put to use the following week.
Relevant to Estonia
Shaped by the openings and obstacles women meet in Estonia.
A Supportive Community
A circle of peers who keep supporting one another.
The women’s leadership cycle
- 1. LearnCore leadership principles
- 2. ExploreCase studies and discussion
- 3. PractiseRole-plays and simulations
- 4. ReflectSelf-assessment and journaling
- 5. ApplyReal-world projects
- 6. GrowMentoring and peer support
Key learning outcomes
From knowledge to lasting leadership impact.
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- 01
Lead with confidence
Know your strengths and show up as the leader you are.
- 02
Speak up
Share your views with assurance and stand firm in discussion.
- 03
Negotiate well
Prepare your case and bargain for the things you need.
- 04
Build your network
Build ties with mentors, sponsors and allies.
- 05
Advocate for change
Win backing for equality and fair opportunities.
- 06
Sustain your energy
Handle pressure and keep work and home life in balance.
Each woman who steps into a leadership role makes the route a little clearer for the women who come after her.
Example exercises and tools
Learn by doing.
Hands-on activities and simple planning templates let each woman map her next career move and the improvements she wants to champion.
Interactive exercises and reflective discussions put participants in situations women leaders in Estonia may meet, from presenting their expertise to a senior meeting to asking for a stretch role or answering a remark shaped by a stereotype. They practise holding the floor and making a confident request, and leave with a career roadmap and a network plan to act on straight away.
Strengths Inventory
Write down the strengths and successes you bring as a leader.
Ask Planner
Plan a clear ask and how you will meet objections.
Network Map
Map your mentors, sponsors and missing links.
Boundary Plan
Agree limits that guard your time and health.
Assessment
Assessment and learning progress.
A mix of steps before, during and after the programme keeps learning relevant and turns it into action.
Before the training
Share your goals and team context.
Agree the objectives and focus areas.
Confirm the format, timing and group.
During the training
Role-plays, simulations and practical exercises.
Feedback from experienced leaders as skills develop.
Group discussion and reflection.
After the training
A personal action plan for the workplace.
Self-assessment and guided journaling to track progress.
Ongoing learning through peers, mentors and the alumni network.
Workplace application
Relevant to your context.
Participants apply what they learn in organisations and communities across Estonia, from a conversation about promotion to leading a local initiative or a women’s network.
- Promotion TalksArgue for your next role.
- Pay DiscussionsAsk for fair reward.
- Committee RolesShape decisions at the table.
- Mentoring OthersSupport women starting out.
- Women’s GroupsBuild networks for shared action.
- Workplace PolicyPress for fairer policies.
Let’s discuss your requirements
Request a Customised Leadership Programme.
Talk to our team about how this course can be tailored for your organisation in Estonia or other locations worldwide.
- Share your priorities
- Receive a tailored proposal
- Explore delivery options
Adapting for Estonia
Adapting the programme for Estonian organisations.
We tailor the course so it reflects your people, your sector and the context you work in.
Local case studies
Examples and case studies drawn from leaders in Estonia.
Cultural awareness
Content that respects cultural nuances and builds inclusive environments.
Community focus
Projects that address real local and community issues.
Industry and organisation focus
Examples, terminology and scenarios from your sector.
Delivery worldwide
Flexible delivery across Estonia and worldwide.
We deliver this programme in Estonia and in other locations worldwide, with flexible formats and options to suit your organisation.
- In-person
- Virtual
- Blended
At Your Workplace
In-house sessions at your office in Estonia.
A Venue You Choose
Delivered at a training venue that suits your team.
Live Online
Interactive virtual sessions wherever your people are.
Across Countries
Programmes coordinated across several locations worldwide.
Client experiences
What our participants say.
Word-for-word feedback from participants at organisations in Singapore. Read all reviews
Yes, but you must come with an open mind to self-reflect.
Yes definitely, since it teaches a fresh, highly constructive approach to problem-solving and team collaboration.
Yes, it serves as an excellent starting point for teams managing cross-cultural integration.
The course allowed me to identify the area where errors could occur and the various steps to identify and reduce the errors. Case studies were also provided to give a real-life experience instead of theoretical lessons.
Yes, I would recommend this training to my colleagues. Understanding these structured recovery methods provides great tools for managing stress.
The most useful aspects were learning about active listening, empathy, and adopting a growth mindset. The case studies and brainstorming sessions provided practical ideas for managing remote and hybrid teams, building rapport, and leading effectively.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this course.
What is the main focus of this course?
It helps women build the confidence and skills to lead: speaking up, planning a career roadmap, negotiating, working with mentors, sponsors and networks, championing equality and staying resilient, applied to situations in Estonia.
What topics does the course cover?
Twelve units in three stages: owning your leadership (leadership barriers, building confidence, assertive speaking, career strategy), expanding your influence (win-win negotiation, calm disagreement, mentors and sponsors, women’s networks) and leading change (advocating equality, rights and policies, opening doors and lasting resilience).
Who should attend this course?
Senior women, team leads, business founders, teachers and academics, graduates starting out and those leading in their community who want greater influence.
Is the course suitable for new or first-time leaders?
Yes. It suits students and women early in their careers, as well as established leaders who want to keep growing and mentor others.
Is the course practical or theory-based?
Very practical. Role-plays, reflective discussion and interactive exercises give participants practice in speaking up, negotiating, finding mentors and planning change.
How long is the course?
The standard course runs over 2 full days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It can also be delivered as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Can the course be customised for our organisation?
Yes. We can adapt the content, examples and format to your goals, industry and team. See Customized Corporate Training for how we tailor programmes.
Can we use examples from our own industry?
Yes. We design and deliver our courses with subject matter experts in each field. Tell us about your industry, context and terminology when you enquire, and it will be taken into account.
Can we combine this course with other topics?
Yes. We can combine related topics into one programme or build a learning pathway across several sessions and levels.
Is this course available outside Estonia?
Yes. We deliver this programme in other countries worldwide, in person or live online, and can coordinate it across several locations.
What delivery options are available?
In person at your workplace or a venue you choose, live online, or a blend of both.
What kind of exercises and activities are included?
Speaking-up practice, negotiation role-plays, peer mentoring circles, change planning, listing your strengths, preparing an ask, mapping your network and setting boundaries.
Do participants receive mentoring during the course?
Yes. Participants receive mentorship and constructive feedback from experienced leaders throughout the course.
Will participants build a professional network?
Yes. Participants connect with fellow participants, build mentoring relationships with facilitators and guest speakers, and can join an alumni network for ongoing learning.
How does the course support personal growth?
Through regular self-assessment and reflection, guided journaling to track progress and set goals, and techniques for mindfulness and stress management.
Is the course relevant to the Estonian context?
Yes. It is designed for women in Estonia from business, government, non-profit organisations and academia, whether they are aiming for their first leadership role or already lead.
Which cities in Estonia can the course be delivered in?
We can deliver it in cities across Estonia, including Tallinn, Tartu, Narva, Pärnu, Kohtla-Järve, Viljandi and Rakvere, and other cities on request. We also offer a full range of leadership courses in Estonia.
Can we download a course brochure?
Yes. Download our course brochure for an overview of our training programmes.
How do we request a proposal?
Share your goals and requirements through the enquiry form on this page. Our team replies within one business day with suggestions and a tailored proposal.
Who can we contact about this course?
Email [email protected], call +65 6714 6663 or use the enquiry form on this page. We reply within one business day.
Next steps
From enquiry to delivery.
A simple, transparent process from your first message to the training day.
- 1
Enquiry
Share your training needs and priorities.
- 2
Consultation
We discuss and refine the scope with you.
- 3
Proposal
Receive a tailored proposal with delivery options.
- 4
Confirm
Review, adjust and agree the details.
- 5
Delivery
We deliver the programme for your team.
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This course is customisable
We can tailor the content, examples and activities to your team’s industry, goals and workplace context. Explore Customized Training
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