US252043 | Manage Diversity to Add Value with Strengths - Group Training (1 Day)

Duration
1 Day

Course Overview
The most effective teams are those that leverage the unique strengths and perspectives of each member. Research shows that diverse teams consistently outperform individuals in decision-making, innovation, and problem-solving. Leaders who understand and harness these differences create workplaces that are more collaborative, productive, and resilient.

The Manage Diversity to Add Value with Strengths programme equips leaders with the skills to manage, engage, and develop diverse teams effectively. Aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 252043, this accredited course focuses on recognising and leveraging individual and team strengths while fostering an inclusive environment. Participants learn practical techniques to position team members in ways that maximise performance, collaboration, and organisational impact.

Who is this course for?
This programme is designed for managers, supervisors, team leaders, HR practitioners, and aspiring leaders who want to develop the skills to lead diverse teams effectively and unlock the potential of every team member.

It is particularly valuable for leaders responsible for multicultural or cross-functional teams, and those seeking to improve collaboration, engagement, and team performance.

Training can be delivered individually or in small groups to ensure practical application and contextual relevance.

Please ensure you select the number of participants when purchasing this programme online. Pricing is per person.
We will contact you to confirm your preferred training dates.

What will you learn?
Through this programme, participants will develop the awareness, skills, and confidence to lead diverse teams and create an inclusive workplace. Using practical examples, workplace scenarios, and the ACTIVE© framework, participants will learn to:

• Understand the benefits of diversity in decision-making and team performance
• Identify and acknowledge the unique strengths of each team member
• Recognise and value differences in culture, gender, communication styles, learning styles, experiences, and personal interests
• Build and encourage positive relationships across diverse teams
• Promote inclusion and celebrate diversity within the workplace
• Apply strategies to position individuals and teams to maximise performance and collaboration
• Address potential challenges and biases in diverse team environments

ACTIVE© Framework

This programme builds your capability as an ACTIVE© Leader who leverages diversity for results:

• Aware – Recognise your own strengths and those of your team members
• Connecting – Build trust and collaboration across diverse perspectives
• Targeted – Align team strengths with roles, responsibilities, and business objectives
• Innovative – Apply creative approaches to solving challenges using diverse insights
• Versatile – Adapt leadership strategies to support individual and team needs
• Engaging – Celebrate differences and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture

Programme Overview

1. Understanding diversity and inclusion in the workplace
2. Recognising the impact of diversity on team performance and decision-making
3. Identifying individual strengths and leveraging them for team success
4. Building positive relationships across diverse teams
5. Addressing biases and challenges in diverse environments
6. Creating inclusive team practices and strategies
7. Aligning strengths and diversity to organisational objectives
8. Applying learning through practical workplace scenarios

What’s Included

• Facilitated training sessions
• Practical exercises and case studies
• Strengths assessment tools and templates
• Assessment guidance aligned to the unit standard

Course Certificate & Accreditation

On successful completion of the programme and assessments, participants will receive:

• 6 SAQA Credits at NQF Level 5
• Recognition against Unit Standard 252043
• A Services SETA-accredited Certificate of Competence

R 8670.00 per person

Minimum 8 people