Presentation

As a key element to the success of any creative project, collaboration and team management are at the core of the Creative Collaborations and Leadership module. Targeting independent creatives or those working in agencies (such as graphic designers, industrial designers, interaction designers or photographers), the program is taught in collaboration with the EHL.

 The module is based on a multidimensional approach that combines theoretical concepts, case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative activities. Offering tools to improve communication skills and self-confidence, the program will teach the participants how to effectively manage the collaborative aspects of a project with their clients and teams. 
With the support of personal leadership methods, interpersonal relationship management, decision-making, and conflict resolution, the attendees will acquire the necessary skills to excel in group dynamics and develop a sustainable growth strategy for their projects. At the end of the 5-week course, they will be able to confidently guide and inspire their clients and teams.
 

Language

English

Qualification issued

Certificate of course - 1/5 Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS)

Fees

CHF 1 200.-, Alumni EXECAL CHF 1 000.-

Credits

2 ECTS

Length

4h for 5 weeks, on Friday afternoon 1:30pm-5:30pm

Registration deadline

10.10.2025

Date of course

November 14, 21, 28, December 5 and 12 2025

Useful links

AdmissionContact

Course format

Hybrid teaching (real-time online and on site at ECAL)

Learning goals

We give you the keys to
  • ​​​​​​Demonstrate leadership skills to guide and inspire teams and your customers.
  • Ability to develop and lead work teams.
  • Improve performance by developing rational thinking.
  • Working successfully with your customers and your team, managing interpersonal relations, decision-making and conflict resolution.

Course program

This section presents the courses detailed by week.
Week I
FINDING YOUR LEADERSHIP STYLE
  • Forms of leadership
  • Personal leadership
  • Intrinsic values and team culture
WEEK II
UNDERSTANDING HOW GROUPS WORK
  • Risks and opportunities of the group situation
  • Conflict management
  • Motivating teams
WEEK III
MAKING BETTER DECISIONS
  • Decision-making models
  • Pitfalls in decision-making
  • Main group decision-making mechanisms
Week IV
IMPROVING PERFORMANCE THROUGH INFLUENCE
  • Basic principles of influence
  • Psychological levers of negotiation
  • How to improve sales performance
Week V
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
  • Introduction to the Design Leadership Framework 
  • Strategic approach to building successful multi-stakeholder teams
  • Support for efficient product development

Lecturers & speakers

Lohyd Terrier

Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Leadership at EHL

Maxime Zenderoudi

Micasa Creative Director

Katharina Koberdamm

Design Consultant and University Lecturer