Course Description
Organizational politics are a natural part of any work setting. Sometimes those politics are constructive and helpful, other times they can be toxic and harmful. Being able to navigate the politics of your organization can help you be a better leader. This module will help you understand the dynamics of organizational politics.
Why should you attend?
- Shift your perceptions around organizational politics
- Differentiate between constructive vs. destructive org politics
- Discuss contributing factors, power, and influence
- Develop constructive political strategies
Audience
UW–Madison Faculty and Staff
Cost
Free
Contact
Theresa Kim, Learning and Talent Development, Office of Human Resources
Program
This course is part of the Fully Prepared to Lead program.
“I learned that Organizational Politics is not avoidable. This class helped me understand how organizational politics could help me progress in my current position and made me self aware of what qualities and actions could be perceived positively and negatively.”
Kimaya, Clinical Research Coordinator, UW Carbone Cancer Center