The LLP equips you with the knowledge, insights and skills you need to make a professional and societal impact.

Objectives of the programme

• You acquire a thorough knowledge of various leadership theories and understand their practical application in a variety of disciplines.
• You can make informed trade-offs in leadership issues with an eye for social, scientific and ethical responsibilities associated with their role within a professional and social context.
• You enhance you own ability to exercise effective leadership within professional and societal contexts, with a focus on creating positive impact.
• You are able to independently further develop the acquired leadership knowledge and skills during your career.
• You build a valuable professional network through interaction with inspiring leaders, professionals and fellow students.

Setup

The Leiden Leadership Programme consists of 15 EC and is made up of a core element called LLP Essentials (4 EC), to be complemented with a Leadership Lab (5 EC) and two electives (each 3 EC) (view prospectus).

The programme takes place between November and June. All classes take place in the evening, between 17:15 and 19:00 and between 19:15 and 21:00, Electives between 18:15 - 20:00 and for Skills training between 15.15 - 19.00 and in highly exceptional cases sessions on Saturday from 10:15-14:00 or 11:15-15:00. We strive to organise the classes on campus as often as possible, and in-person attendance is mandatory for all classes.

Language

The programme is conducted in English. It is therefore essential that you are proficient in English (in terms of both comprehension and speaking and writing). For students who are more comfortable expressing themselves in Dutch, some modules are offered in Dutch (one or more Leadership Labs and a number of skills training sessions). Please note that the organisation cannot guarantee participation in those specific labs or training sessions.  

Examination

Various forms of assessment are used within the Leiden Leadership Programme.

• In the Lab, you will work with fellow students on a consultancy report and a creative deliverable for a partner organisation. Both components are assessed and together result in one single mark.
• In the Essentials, you will write a personal development plan in which you set out your leadership goals and reflect on them. This report is assessed on a pass/fail basis.
• The Electives involve various forms of assessment (such as a report, presentation or video). The Electives are assessed on a pass/fail basis.

Further information on assessment for each component can be found in the prospectus. The education of the LLP falls under the Board of Examiners of the Honours Academy at Leiden University, which bases its decisions on the Rules and Regulations and the Course Regulations. 

NB: Credits earned by means of the LLP are extracurricular and cannot be used to supplement the credits required for your regular study programme or electives.

Expenses

There are no additional costs related to this programme.