Introduction:
This course empowers women in the construction and engineering industries by focusing on leadership development, overcoming industry-specific challenges, and fostering diversity and inclusion. Participants will gain tools to excel in leadership roles, build professional networks, and drive organizational change.

Objectives:

• Understand the challenges and opportunities for women in construction and engineering leadership.
• Learn leadership strategies tailored for women in male-dominated industries.
• Explore techniques to overcome barriers and advance into leadership positions.
• Apply networking and mentorship strategies to achieve career goals and foster diversity.

Who Should Attend:

• Women in construction management and engineering roles.
• Aspiring female leaders in construction and engineering.
• HR professionals and diversity officers in these industries.
• Professionals focused on promoting gender diversity in leadership.

Course Outline:

Day 1: The Landscape of Women in Construction and Engineering

• Current state of gender diversity in the industry.
• Challenges and opportunities for women in leadership roles.
• The organizational impact of female leadership.
• Case studies: Inspiring stories of women leaders in the industry.

Day 2: Leadership Development for Women

• Building core leadership skills: Confidence, assertiveness, decision-making.
• Effective communication and influencing techniques.
• Navigating gender bias and stereotypes in male-dominated workplaces.
• Practical exercise: Role-playing leadership scenarios specific to the industry.

Day 3: Networking and Mentorship for Women

• Building and leveraging professional networks for career growth.
• Finding and becoming mentors: Fostering meaningful mentorship relationships.
• Establishing and participating in supportive women’s networks.
• Case studies: Successful examples of networking and mentorship.

Day 4: Overcoming Barriers to Advancement

• Recognizing and addressing implicit bias in the workplace.
• Achieving work-life balance: Strategies for managing professional and personal responsibilities.
• Breaking through the glass ceiling: Tactics for career advancement.
• Practical exercise: Developing individualized plans to overcome specific career barriers.

Day 5: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership

• Business benefits of diverse leadership teams.
• Fostering inclusive environments within organizations and teams.
• Advocating for gender diversity and mentoring future leaders.
• Final assessment: Participants present their personalized leadership and career advancement plans, followed by peer and instructor feedback.

Main Point:
This course equips women with the skills, strategies, and confidence to excel in leadership roles in construction and engineering while fostering inclusive workplaces and advocating for greater gender diversity in the industry.