Leadership Practice

The Leadership Practice Program is a hands-on qualification program consisting of three consecutive modules that build on one another. It is designed for new leaders as well as leaders who would like to further professionalize their leadership skills. The topics are suitable for both disciplinary leadership and lateral, project-based leadership.

Focus areas at a glance:

Module 1: Situational Leadership
Module 2: Challenging and Supporting Employees
Module 3: Successfully Developing Teams

Our Clients

What can I expect from the Leadership Practice Programme?

The qualification programme for developing leadership skills and preparing participants for leadership roles consists of three interconnected modules. It combines in-person training with digital learning phases and individual coaching.

Module 1 –
Situational Leadership

You will explore the art of situational leadership, learning how to recognise competence and commitment and how to delegate effectively. Delegation is practised through role plays, covering the entire process from preparation and implementation through to follow-up.

Module 2 –
Challenging and Supporting Employees

In this module, we take a closer look at employee engagement. What can I do as a leader to appropriately challenge and support my employees? How do I give and receive feedback effectively as a leader? In addition, you will learn the art of leading conversations through powerful questioning techniques.

Module 3 –
Successfully Developing Teams

The focus is on teams, team phases, and team development. Participants will explore their own typology and team culture using behavioural typologies, such as the Riemann model, as well as group field types.

What our clients say

We have been working with Michaela Sauerwein for several years as part of our executive development programme. Her training combines deep expertise, a wide range of methods and a strong understanding of participants’ needs. Particularly impressive is her ability to create trusted learning environment where leaders can engage as equals and reflect openly. Her programmes are not only insightful and well grounded, but also inspiring and impactful. Michaela Sauerwein is a valued partner in the ongoing development of our leadership culture.

Martina Mader / People Development, International HR & Mobility / Österreichische Post AG

From day one, our collaboration with COX was characterised by structure, clarity and creativity. Through careful preparation and open dialogue, we worked together to find the right approach for our project. As a result, we now have a refreshed corporate culture, clear leadership principles and a new organisational structure. We are well positioned to meet the challenges of the years ahead.

Mag. Eva Goetz, Mag. Wolfgang Gallei, Mag. Monika Pucher Managing Directors and Head of Human Resources KOKO Contact and Communication Centre for Children

COX is consistently professional and results-oriented. The team stands out for its expertise, clear communication and bespoke solutions. Their consultancy has helped us optimise processes and make strategically important decisions with confidence. Highly recommended.

Willhelm Prommegger / Authorized Signatory / Salzburger Verkehrsbetriebe

Michaela is an outstanding management consultant and executive coach, combining extensive business leadership experience with strategic consulting and leadership coaching expertise. I have come to know her as a highly knowledgeable, empathetic and insightful professional who is committed to making a difference at both an organisational and a personal level. Working with Michaela as a consultant or coach can be truly transformational.

Belkis Elisabeth Etz / Global HR Executive / LeanIX

The business coaching exceeded my expectations in every respect. I was particularly impressed by the combination of consulting and executive coaching. It provided both practical, well-founded strategies for developing my business and valuable insights to strengthen my leadership. The approach is highly personalised, solution-focused and designed to deliver lasting results. I can wholeheartedly recommend it.

Christina Nikolaus / Co-Founder and CEO / Okapi:Orbits

Exceptionally well organised, highly professional and the perfect blend of theory and practice – by far the best training programme I’ve attended.

Julia Erlach / KOKO Contact and Communication Centre for Children

The training was amazing!

Daniel Berger / KOKO Contact and Communication Centre for Children

COX Coaching & Consulting supported our management development programme in the tax advisory sector with a wealth of expertise – and even more Austrian charm. The combination of sound methodology, a light-hearted sense of humour and genuine warmth quickly built trust and created an exceptionally open and effective learning environment. Our managers not only learnt but also laughed – and clearly grew as a result. I highly recommend COX.

Marina Zellwecker / Law Office Zellwecker

Michaela Sauerwein and her team have supported us at Austrian Post with a range of team-building initiatives and development projects. Their high standards and commitment to quality have ensured that every project was tailored to our needs. We have been working together for the past 18 months and look forward to many more successful projects in the future.

Nicole Schlögl / VP Marketing & Product Management / Austrian Post

During a product development workshop, we generated 300 ideas from a shared knowledge base and refined them into a winning concept.

Eva Hübner / Head of Membership & Travel Insurance, Product Management, Market Research, and Analytics / ÖAMTC

It’s always a collaboration between equals. There’s plenty of humour – we laugh a lot. It’s genuinely enjoyable. And while a workshop may sound like hard work, it doesn’t feel that way. The enjoyment is a big part of why we’ve made so much progress.

Christian Pothorn / CEO / INTARIA

Why focus on Leadership Practice?

4,9 out of 5 stars

On average, participants rate the leadership program in terms of their return on time invested.

7 Successful years of implementation

We have been successfully running the Leadership Practice Program since 2017. Multimodal experience: Since 2020, the hybrid format has also become our new standard.

>400 Managers graduated

So many managers have completed the Leadership Practice Program so far and have responded enthusiastically.

At a glance

3-month leadership development program
Flexible self-paced learning in an e-learning format
Hands-on training and peer-to-peer learning in person
Tote bag
Workbook
Toolbox
Training materials
Personal support from trainers and coaches
Sustainable learning through three methods

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FAQ

We hear these questions frequently. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.

Can I have the costs reimbursed by my company?

You should clarify this directly with your employer. Of course, we can also issue the invoice to a company address.

Is it possible to buy in installments?

No. The full amount is due upon registration and must be paid in full before the start of the programme. A binding reservation will only be made once full payment has been received.

What costs are added to the price?

Travel and accommodation costs are not included in the participation fee and must be paid separately and booked by the participant. Participants are responsible for organizing their own accommodation.

Will I get my money back if I cancel the Leadership Practice Programme?

A refund of the participation fee is not possible in the event of cancellation. However, we do offer you the option of attending at a later date or transferring your registration to another person. Please inform us in writing about a change of booking or a replacement person at the latest [deadline, e.g. 7 days] before the start of the event.

How many people take part in the Leadership Practice Programme?

As we attach great importance to quality, we always strive for selective and pleasant group sizes. A peer group usually consists of 8 to 12 people.

Can I participate from abroad?

This depends on the phase of the learning journey. The asynchronous e-learning phases and 1:1 coaching sessions in particular take place virtually. We would like to point out that the training days take place in person and you should allow for your arrival and departure time.

Is the programme also suitable for the self-employed?

Yes, of course.

What if I have already planned vacation for the period?

It is a pity if you are unable to complete part of the program. We will provide the documents and e-learning access for the missed days. You can then work through the content on your own. If you are unable to complete more than one module, we would recommend that you choose a different program cycle, as you would otherwise miss too much. We therefore ask you to check the dates carefully and make sure that you can attend all of them.

How flexible is the timing during the programme?

You can divide your time flexibly during the e-learning phases. The time periods of the phases are the given framework. How, when and where you want to learn is entirely up to you. Only the training days are fixed points in the programme and should be seen as milestones for completing the e-learning content.

How do I get all access and documents?

As soon as you have successfully registered, the preparations will begin. We will ask you to arrange accommodation for the face-to-face training sessions, but we will always provide you with information and support. In an initial kick-off event, you will get to know your peer group and receive personal access to all available e-learning content. You will receive all other learning materials, such as the workbook and toolbox, from our trainers on site at the face-to-face training sessions. The documentation of the training sessions, including presentation materials, will be sent to you after the face-to-face training days.

Do I have to start the programme immediately after registration?

No, you can schedule the start yourself. As soon as you have registered, you will receive all further information from us. In a virtual live kick-off session, there will also be time to get to know each other and ask any questions you may have. You will then receive direct access to the e-learning platform and can get started at any time.

I cannot attend the classroom training. What are the options?

It is a pity if you are unable to complete part of the programme. We will provide the documents and e-learning access for the missed days. You can then work through the content on your own. If you are unable to complete more than one module, we would recommend that you choose a different programme cycle, as you would otherwise miss too much. We therefore ask you to check the dates carefully and make sure that you can attend all of them.

What does a day in the Leadership Practice Programme look like?

Investing in your own development is a great investment. But development takes time. In the e-learning phase, you should plan around three hours in total, spread over two weeks, before the training. That’s around 15 minutes per day. The face-to-face training sessions require a total of six days of your time, divided into three blocks of two days. You can arrange the coaching sessions individually with your coach – here you invest two times 50 minutes each in your unique challenges.

Can I participate in the Leadership Practice Programme even without leadership experience?

What is important to us is your request for participation. We do our best to understand this in advance. The aim is that both you personally and the group benefit from the program content and the selection of participants. Participation should be a match for both sides.