Developing Skills for Business Leadership

Developing Skills for Business Leadership, authored by Gillian Watson and Stefanie Reissner and published by Kogan Page, Limited in 2014, is a comprehensive guide designed for postgraduate business students and professionals. The book aligns with the CIPD Level 7 Advanced module, focusing on the vital areas of personal management, transferable managerial skills, and effective approaches to postgraduate study. This updated edition skillfully blends theoretical perspectives with practical applications, enabling readers to analyze, evaluate, and make informed decisions. It covers essential topics such as professional identity development, managing interpersonal relationships, people management, and the interpretation of financial data. Enhanced with IT integration throughout and a new chapter on reflection and coaching, the text also offers updated references to the CIPD’s HR Profession Map, expanded discussions on stress, health, and wellbeing, and a broader international perspective.