Module 2: Transition from Traditional Leadership to Sustainability Leadership

Learning Objectives

Module 2 aims to:

  1. Explore traditional leadership styles in the hospitality industry, setting the stage for managers to shift towards more sustainable practices.
  2. Introduce sustainability leadership, showing how it differs from and improves upon traditional leadership models.
  3. Offer strategies for moving from traditional to sustainable leadership, focusing on goal setting and cultural change.
  4. Discuss challenges in adopting sustainability leadership and provide ways to navigate these effectively.
  5. Highlight the benefits and opportunities of sustainability leadership, including innovation and enhanced stakeholder engagement.

Learning Outcomes

Through Module 2, learners will be able to:

  1. Differentiate between traditional and sustainable leadership in hospitality.
  2. Apply strategies to shift towards sustainable leadership.
  3. Address challenges in the transition to sustainable practices.
  4. Capitalize on opportunities for innovation and standing out in the market with sustainable leadership.
  5. Build a sustainability-driven culture within their organizations.