Corporate leadership training
Leadership Skills for New Managers Training Course in Iran
Equip first-time managers, including those moving up from technical roles, to run their team from the outset: organising and delegating work, meeting people regularly, setting SMART goals, coaching with constructive feedback and resolving issues before they grow.
- In-person, virtual
or blended - Customised for
your organisation - Delivered worldwide,
including Iran - For new and aspiring managers
and team supervisors
Course overview
What Are Leadership Skills for New Managers?
Leadership skills for new managers are the routines that help a strong technical or individual performer get strong results through other people. The course develops adaptable styles, self-regulation, time and priorities, decisions under pressure, planning and delegating, one-to-ones, goals, feedback and coaching, handling weak performance and conflict, and motivation.
Case studies and role-play in a supportive setting give participants a safe place to try out one-to-ones, coaching and hard conversations drawn from what first-time managers in Iran deal with.
Team leaders, supervisors, project managers and department heads in Iran who are new to managing, including many moving up from technical roles, learn to set SMART goals, monitor performance, coach their people and align the team’s work with business objectives while building a credible presence as a manager.
Why it matters
Why New Manager Skills Matter in Iran
Iran’s evolving economy brings both opportunities and challenges for new managers. Managers who set clear goals, delegate with accountability and coach their teams help organisations perform in a dynamic business landscape.
Promotion is not preparation
Technical skill earns promotion, but rarely prepares people to manage.
Managers shape the day
A team’s energy and direction depend heavily on its manager.
Small problems grow
Unaddressed problems turn into missed objectives and lost people.
Pipelines need managers
Well-prepared new managers help organisations in Iran grow.
The Knowles leadership approach
From Insight to Impact
The course follows a capable manager’s regular cycle, from planning the week to reviewing performance, giving new managers a routine to trust while their confidence develops.
The manager’s routine
- 1. PlanWhat must we deliver?
- 2. AssignWho does what?
- 3. Check-inHow is it going?
- 4. FeedbackWhat should change?
- 5. SupportWhat do they need?
- 6. ReviewWhat did we achieve?
Key benefits
Why Organisations Choose This Course
This programme helps your leaders and your organisation to:
Faster Ramp-Up
First-time managers add value sooner after promotion.
Organised Teams
Team activity aligned with business objectives.
Honest Feedback
Coaching and feedback as part of every week.
Problems Tackled Early
Conflict and missed targets addressed early.
Motivated Staff
Managers who know what drives their people.
A Stronger Pipeline
A pipeline of managers ready to progress.
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Course curriculum
A practical and structured learning journey.
Twelve units in three stages lead from managing yourself, through running the team’s work, to managing performance and people, with case studies and role-play throughout.
- Unit 1
Situational Styles
- Explore situational styles from directing to delegating.
- Adapt your style to each person’s ability and confidence.
- Neither micromanage nor withdraw support too soon.
- Unit 2
Managing Emotions
- Build self-awareness of your reactions under pressure.
- Use self-regulation to stay calm and fair.
- Understand the emotions behind team behaviour.
- Unit 3
Protecting Time
- Let go of technical tasks to make time for people.
- Prioritise by urgency, importance and objectives.
- Cut down on interruptions and low-value meetings.
- Unit 4
Everyday Decisions
- Know which decisions to own and which to share.
- Use problem-solving frameworks under pressure.
- Share the reasoning so people back the choice.
- Unit 5
Planning Work
- Align weekly tasks with business objectives.
- Distribute workload fairly across the team.
- Plan cover for leave and busy periods.
- Unit 6
Clear Assignments
- Delegate tasks with clear responsibility.
- Empower people to take ownership and initiative.
- Balance delegation with support and accountability.
- Unit 7
Regular One-to-Ones
- Hold regular one-to-ones that people value.
- Use active listening to understand team needs.
- Surface concerns and ambitions early on.
- Unit 8
Setting Targets
- Set SMART goals for individuals and the team.
- Link personal goals to team and business aims.
- Monitor and evaluate performance against goals.
- Unit 9
Giving Feedback
- Structure feedback by situation, behaviour and impact.
- Recognise good work specifically and sincerely.
- Coach to correct without harming trust.
- Unit 10
Slipping Performance
- Notice early signs of declining performance.
- Diagnose whether skill, will or circumstance is the cause.
- Agree a development plan and track it.
- Unit 11
Team Disputes
- Identify the sources of conflict within teams.
- Resolve disputes constructively and fairly.
- Rebuild strong working relationships.
- Unit 12
Motivation
- Find what motivates each team member.
- Acknowledge progress as well as results.
- Build your visibility and credibility as a manager.
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
Situational styles
Morning break
Managing emotions
Lunch
Protecting time
Everyday decisions
Afternoon break
Planning work
Day one reflection
Close
Recap and goals for the day
Clear assignments
Morning break
One-to-ones and targets
Lunch
Giving feedback
Slipping performance and team disputes
Afternoon break
Motivation
Your routine 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.
Case studies and role-plays let participants plan a week, delegate a task, coach in a one-to-one and give difficult feedback, the moments new managers in Iran face in their first months.
One-to-One Practice
Rehearse a one-to-one with a peer playing your report.
Feedback Role-Play
Swap roles to give and receive praise and correction.
Weekly Plan Build
Turn business objectives into a week of tasks.
Performance Case
Diagnose a performance problem and agree a plan.
Who should attend
Designed for new and aspiring managers.
The course is for anyone who has recently moved, or is about to move, into a managerial role, from newly promoted team leaders and supervisors to project managers, department heads and specialists leaving technical roles.
- New ManagersEstablish themselves in the first months.
- Team LeadersKeep the team’s projects organised and moving.
- SupervisorsCoordinate rotas and coach on the job.
- Aspiring ManagersPrepare well before promotion.
- Specialists Moving UpManage former peers effectively.
- Recent GraduatesStart with strong management habits.
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 Iran, online or a mix of both.
In-Person Training
Delivered at your organisation in Iran 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 management experience is required. The course suits new and aspiring managers from any sector and works well for mixed groups.
No formal prerequisites
Open to anyone new to managing, or about to be.
All experience levels
From entry-level staff to experienced specialists.
Designed for mixed groups
New managers from different sectors learn together.
Ready to take part
Bring a real management situation you are facing.
Course framework
A structured approach to developing leaders.
Our framework takes participants from understanding the manager’s role, through practice in a supportive setting, to reflection and application with their own team.
Practical and Actionable
Routines and templates ready for the first week back.
Relevant to Iran
Shaped by the workplaces new managers lead in the country.
Confidence Through Practice
Rehearse tough conversations in a safe space.
The new manager’s 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
Adapt your style
Lead each person in a way that suits their ability.
- 02
Manage your time
Hand off technical work and make time for your team.
- 03
Plan and assign work
Plan work into tasks with owners and deadlines.
- 04
Hold one-to-ones
Run regular one-to-ones that build trust.
- 05
Give feedback
Coach with praise and correction people can use.
- 06
Tackle problems early
Deal with weak performance and disputes promptly.
Moving into management means your expertise now counts most when it helps others succeed.
Example exercises and tools
Learn by doing.
Practical exercises and simple tools are applied throughout so new managers can use them with their own team right away.
In one exercise, an engineer newly promoted to lead a project team in an Iranian company turns a quarterly business objective into SMART goals for three team members, decides which technical tasks to stop doing personally, and rehearses the coaching conversation with a team member who has missed two deadlines.
Style Matcher
Choose the style each team member needs right now.
Time Log
Track a week and win back time for your team.
Task Brief
Write a clear task brief with purpose, standard and date.
SBI Feedback
Prepare coaching feedback using the SBI model.
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 the tools to real situations in Iranian workplaces, from planning the team’s week to a first coaching conversation.
- Team PrioritiesSet team priorities.
- Task HandoversBrief work clearly.
- Check-in MeetingsKeep close to progress.
- AppraisalsEvaluate results even-handedly.
- Difficult TalksHandle hard talks carefully.
- RecognitionRecognise good work.
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 Iran or other locations worldwide.
- Share your priorities
- Receive a tailored proposal
- Explore delivery options
Adapting for Iran
Adapting the programme for Iranian 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 Iran.
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 Iran and worldwide.
We deliver this programme in Iran 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 Iran.
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, the strategic frameworks shared are highly practical and worth learning for career growth.
Yes, I would recommend this training to my colleagues. Understanding these structured recovery methods provides great tools for managing stress.
Yes, definitely. because it offers highly practical insights that help you navigate your role and better manage relationships within your team.
Yes, it serves as an excellent starting point for teams managing cross-cultural integration.
Yes, I definitely would. The program teaches you exactly how to approach closing deals and handle tough discussions with confidence.
Yes, particularly for beginners who need a clear, structured way to start organizing workplace information.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this course.
What is the main focus of this course?
It builds the routines new managers need, from adapting their style and managing time to delegating, holding one-to-ones, setting SMART goals, coaching and acting early on problems, applied to situations in Iran.
What topics does the course cover?
Twelve units in three stages: managing yourself (situational styles, managing emotions, protecting time, everyday decisions), running the work (planning work, clear assignments, regular one-to-ones, setting targets) and managing performance (giving feedback, slipping performance, team disputes and motivation).
Who should attend this course?
Newly promoted team leaders, supervisors, project managers, department heads, specialists leaving technical roles and aspiring managers.
Is the course suitable for new or first-time leaders?
Yes. It is designed for people taking on a first managerial role and for those preparing to do so.
Is the course practical or theory-based?
It is very practical. Case studies and role-plays let participants practise one-to-ones, coaching feedback and difficult conversations.
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 Iran?
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?
Rehearsed one-to-ones, coaching role-play, turning objectives into a weekly plan, a performance diagnosis, a style matcher, a time log and SBI feedback preparation.
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 Iranian context?
Yes. It is designed for new managers working in Iran, with case studies and exercises drawn from the situations first-time managers there meet in a dynamic business landscape.
Which cities in Iran can the course be delivered in?
We can deliver it in cities across Iran, including Tehran, Mashhad, Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz, Shiraz and Ahvaz, and other cities on request. We also offer a full range of leadership courses in Iran.
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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Tell us about your team and goals, and we will recommend the right format for your organisation in Iran. Fill in the form or contact our team directly.
- Email us[email protected]
- Call us+65 6714 6663
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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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