Leadership, Management, and HR
The course on leadership, employer responsibilities, and HR is designed for those who want to develop themselves and their organization and become better employers. It also provides insight into the unique challenges of working and leading in a nonprofit organization.
In the nonprofit sector in general—and perhaps in sports in particular—broader HR knowledge is limited and often given low priority. Many managers become overly involved in day-to-day operations and athletic activities, which leaves little room to actively apply labor law and HR principles in their day-to-day leadership. Opportunities for professional development are also scarce.
This course is designed for those of you who, in your work or role, lead others in some capacity. You likely hold a leadership position within the sports community, such as secretary general, HR manager, sports director, or similar. You may also be a manager in another civil society organization. The course lasts two days. Theory and practice are interwoven with new knowledge, the identification of success factors, and independent work. The course is conducted in collaboration with the employers’ alliance.
Purpose
To equip leaders in the sports sector and civil society, to strengthen values-based leadership, and to increase knowledge of current labor laws and appropriate HR strategies.
Who is this program for?
You work as a manager in the sports movement or another nonprofit organization. You may hold a leadership role in a specialized sports federation, a district, or a larger club. This means you manage an office or organization with at least a couple of employees. When you register, you’ll fill out a short form describing, among other things, your leadership context, challenges, and expectations for the course.
Here's what you'll get
- After completing the course, you’ll find it easier to see the connection between labor law, HR work, and leadership, and to apply this knowledge in practice.
- A better understanding of the differences and challenges involved in leading in the nonprofit sector compared to leadership in the private sector and the public sector.
- Refresher training on the division of roles between civil servants and elected officials.
- Meet specialists in the field.
- The ability to apply and make active decisions regarding your own leadership and challenges related to labor law.
- Gain a better understanding of values-based leadership and how to apply it in your daily life.
Facts
Contact Person
Johanna St. Clair Renard
Project manager, SISU sports education & head of Bosön education
Bosön education strengthens strategic
leadership in Swedish sports
National, multi-sport, and higher education programs
for managers, leaders, coaches, and specialists.
Application and Admission Requirements
When you register, we ask that you complete a short survey to help us better understand your daily life and the specific challenges you face. If your leadership dilemma changes after you’ve registered, you’ll have the opportunity to update your answers at a later time.
Mandatory survey – click here
(don’t forget to also register for the course itself using the link below; your registration is complete once both steps have been completed)
Prerequisites
It’s helpful if you have some prior knowledge of being an employer. Feel free to visit the employer alliance’s website and watch the videos on “things to consider before terminating an employee” and “misconduct.”
The employers' alliance
The employer alliance is the employers’ organization that represents the sports sector. Here, leaders and managers in the nonprofit sector receive assistance with employment-related issues and support to develop in their roles as employers. We believe that strong leadership and knowledgeable managers create the right conditions for being a good and attractive employer.
https://www.arbetsgivaralliansen.se/
Meals and Lodging
Meals and lodging are included in the course fee. Even if you live in the Stockholm area, we recommend staying overnight at Bosön, as the program includes both evening and morning sessions.
Additional Information
The course takes place over two days and includes time for sharing experiences and personal reflection, in addition to simply acquiring new knowledge. A common thread runs through the course, covering the three areas of leadership, employer responsibilities, and HR, as well as how to apply these three areas in your unique context. In addition to being part of the target audience, motivation and active participation are key requirements for taking part.
Cost
7,950 kronor, including one night’s lodging with full board and course materials. Cancellations made less than 4 weeks before the course starts will be charged the full fee. A doctor’s note is required in case of illness.
Education coordinator
SISU sports educators in collaboration with the employers' alliance.