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Essentials of Remote Team Management

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Essentials of Remote Team Management

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explain how remote work has transformed traditional team structures, communication norms, and organizational culture.

  • Describe how leadership styles and mindsets must evolve to support productivity, engagement, and trust in remote teams.

  • Develop plans for setting up the right tools, systems, and norms that foster a productive and collaborative remote work environment.

  • Design leadership strategies to manage remote leadership challenges.

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September 2025

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16 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Remote Team Management Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course

In this module, you'll explore how remote work has transformed the modern workplace. You’ll understand the evolution of remote work and how it differs from traditional team structures. You will also examine the new dynamics shaping remote collaboration. You'll learn how team roles and communication patterns are adapting to fit remote environments. This foundational understanding will prepare you to lead remote teams more effectively.

What's included

6 videos4 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins

In this module, you will explore how leadership styles and mindsets must evolve to meet the unique demands of remote teams. You’ll examine the limitations of traditional leadership approaches and identify traits that define effective remote leaders. Through reflection and practical strategies, you will assess your own readiness to lead remotely and adopt practices that foster trust, empathy, and personal credibility in remote settings. This module will help you adapt your leadership approach to support both team performance and well-being in a remote work environment.

What's included

3 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will learn how to establish the digital infrastructure and team norms that support productivity and collaboration in remote teams. You'll explore how to select tools that meet your team’s needs, ensure secure and accessible communication, and set expectations around availability and responsiveness. By the end of the module, you’ll be equipped to create an environment where your team can thrive and sustain performance remotely.

What's included

4 videos4 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

In this module, you will explore major challenges faced by leaders in remote work environments, such as communication breakdowns and team disengagement. You’ll learn how to anticipate these issues and apply practical strategies to address them proactively, helping you maintain team cohesion, motivation, and performance. Through real-world scenarios and reflective activities, you’ll build a personalized readiness plan to tackle these challenges with confidence.

What's included

2 videos8 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

In this final module, you will bring together all the knowledge and insights gained throughout the course to prepare for leading a remote team with confidence. As part of the final project, you will create a personalized Readiness Plan based on a given scenario. This plan will outline how you intend to lay the foundation for team success by adapting your leadership style, setting up tools and norms, and proactively addressing major challenges. This practical exercise will help you apply course concepts to create a real-world strategy. You’ll also review a peer’s readiness plan, gaining new perspectives and insights. The module concludes with a course summary, a glossary of key terms, and a final exam.

What's included

1 video4 readings1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

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