This introductory course helps frontline managers and aspiring leaders develop the skills needed to achieve and sustain a healthy work‑life balance. Learners explore practical strategies for managing competing demands, reducing stress, preventing burnout, and maintaining personal fulfillment while meeting the responsibilities of leadership.
Module 1: Understanding Work‑Life Balance and Leadership Demands
Module 2: Identifying Work‑Life Conflict and Personal Priorities
Module 3: Managing Stress, Burnout, and Screen Time
Module 4: Setting Boundaries and Making Intentional Choices
Module 5: Strategies for Achieving Short‑ and Long‑Term Balance
Module 6: Organizational Support and Sustainable Balance Practices
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
Define work‑life balance and explain its importance for managers
Identify major sources of work‑life balance conflict
Assess personal priorities, goals, and boundaries related to work and life
Identify strategies for reducing screen time and digital overload
Evaluate methods for managing stress and preventing burnout
Explain the importance of setting limits and saying “no” when appropriate
Apply strategies for achieving balance over short, medium, and long time horizons
Describe ways organizations can support employees in achieving work‑life balance
Upon completion, learners are eligible for 2 CEU hours through ATD/HRCI/SHRM.
This class is an independent-study course. Learners will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.