Developing a Leadership Curriculum

This case describes a leadership integration and development project in a fast-paced and progressive high-technology company. The project was designed to support its rapid growth and strategic objectives, and to institutionalize desired values and culture. A task team of committed managers supported by a facilitator and instructional designers defined the characteristics of the ideal leader, operationalized values and cultural attributes, and supervised the development of a leadership curriculum and learning tools for the company. The performance support intervention included compensation and recruiting tools to mold and reward desired behaviors and assist in selection and hiring of appropriate candidates. The training developed for the company supported rapid integration of new managers into the Three-Five culture. [Download PDF]