Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course
The Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course is a 5-day professional training programme delivered in-person or online in Women and Youth Empowerment, ending with a TrustGate Corporate Skills certificate of completion.
The concept of the "glass ceiling" represents the invisible but pervasive systemic barriers that prevent women from advancing to senior leadership and executive roles within organizations Despite women making up nearly half of the labor force and outperforming men in many lead...
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Course Overview
Learning Objectives
- Understand and identify systemic barriers contributing to the glass ceiling and gender disparities in the workplace
- Develop a strong executive presence and leadership brand
- Master strategic networking and secure mentors and sponsors for career acceleration
- Enhance core leadership competencies including strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and decision-making
- Navigate organizational politics and manage unconscious bias effectively
- Negotiate effectively for roles, resources, and compensation
- Drive organizational change and advocate for inclusive policies
- Mentor and sponsor the next generation of female leaders
Course Content
- Historical Context and Evolution
- The Current Landscape
- Identifying Invisible Barriers
- The Business Case for Diversity
- The Psychology of Bias
- Navigating the Double Bind
- Microaggressions in the Workplace
- Strategies for Overcoming Bias
- Defining Executive Presence
- Crafting a Leadership Brand
- Authentic Leadership
- Visibility and Self-Promotion
- Assertive Communication
- Active Listening and Empathy
- Influencing Without Authority
- Public Speaking and Presentations
- Mentorship vs. Sponsorship
- Finding and Securing a Sponsor
- Being an Effective Mentee
- Paying it Forward
- The Gender Gap in Negotiation
- Principled Negotiation Strategies
- Managing Workplace Conflict
- Handling Difficult Conversations
- The Role of EQ in Leadership
- Building Psychological Capital
- Managing Stress and Burnout
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
- Shifting from Tactical to Strategic
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Risk-Taking and Innovation
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Understanding the Power Dynamics
- Building Alliances and Coalitions
- Ethical Politicking
- Managing Up and Across
- Assessing Organizational Culture
- Designing Inclusive Policies
- Leading DEI Initiatives
- The Future of Women in Leadership
Who Should Attend?
- Mid-level female managers aiming to transition into senior management roles
- Emerging female leaders identified for leadership development tracks
- Human resources professionals and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practitioners
- Male allies and sponsors committed to supporting gender equality
- Female entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to refine leadership strategies
- Organizational leaders focused on building inclusive workplace cultures
Training Methodology
- Dynamic, interactive, and adult-learning-centric approach
- Expert-led interactive lectures and seminars
- Case studies and real-world scenarios analyzing successful women leaders
- Role-playing and simulations for practicing negotiation, conflict resolution, and handling difficult conversations
- Peer coaching and mentoring
- Self-assessment tools including psychometric tests and 360-degree
- Action learning projects where participants develop a personal leadership action plan
Your facilitator
Pauline Nkatha Mathiu Olali (FKIB; AKIB; CRB-UK).
Pauline N.M. Olali (FKIB; AKIB; CRB-UK) is a Finance and Banking professional having served in the Finance and Banking Industry as a Senior Manager for 27 years.
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Certification
Certificate for Women in Leadership
Issued by: TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course training?
The Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course runs for 5 Days. Each day combines expert-led teaching with practical, hands-on exercises so participants can apply what they learn immediately.
Is the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course delivered online or in-person?
This course is delivered in person (scheduled venues include Kampala, Dar es Salaam, Dubai, Mombasa), live online, or in-house at your organisation.
How much does the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course cost?
The fee is US$600 per person online and US$1,400 per person in person. In-person fees depend on the participant's country; the pricing card on this page shows the fee for yours.
When is the next Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course training?
A session is running now, from 2 November 2026 to 6 November 2026 in Kampala, Uganda. The next one runs from 23 November 2026 to 27 November 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. You can also request a custom date or an in-house session for your team.
Do I get a certificate after completing the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course?
Yes. Participants who complete the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS.
What will I learn in the Women in Leadership, Breaking the Glass Ceiling Course?
Key learning outcomes include: Understand and identify systemic barriers contributing to the glass ceiling and gender disparities in the workplace; Develop a strong executive presence and leadership brand; Master strategic networking and secure mentors and sponsors for career acceleration; Enhance core leadership competencies including strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and decision-making; Navigate organizational politics and manage unconscious bias effectively.
