New Manager Leadership: GROW Coaching & Kotter
The Leadership Course for New Managers by Open Source equips emerging leaders with essential skills to scale open source initiatives through structured governance. Designed for engineering managers, this program addresses the complexities of building and managing Open Source Program Offices. It prepares learners for the LFC204 certification exam, providing the expertise needed to lead compliant and strategically aligned programs. Open Source's curriculum includes official courseware and 30-day lab access, ensuring hands-on mastery. Graduates gain the practical tools required to drive collaboration and innovation within global technology organizations.
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Course Overview
The Leadership Course for New Managers by Open Source is a foundational training program designed for emerging leaders in open source environments, particularly those transitioning into managerial roles such as Open Source Program Managers, OSPO Leads, and Open Source Project Managers. This course prepares individuals for the challenges of leading open source initiatives within enterprise settings, focusing on strategic oversight, compliance, and community engagement. With over 78% of enterprises now running critical workloads on open source software according to the Linux Foundation, demand for skilled leadership in this domain continues to grow, making this training essential for professionals shaping open source strategy and governance.
Participants in the Leadership Course for New Managers by Open Source engage with key tools and frameworks including OpenChain, SPDX, GitHub, GitLab, and continuous integration platforms to gain hands-on experience in managing real-world open source programs. The course includes practical lab components conducted in cloud-based development environments where students configure compliance workflows, simulate upstream contribution strategies, and build governance models for new open source projects. A core hands-on project involves designing and launching a mock Open Source Program Office (OSPO), complete with policy frameworks, license compliance tooling, and contribution guidelines, using the same methodologies adopted by leading technology firms.
This course prepares aspiring leaders for vendor-neutral certification in Open Source Management & Strategy, a credential recognized across the tech industry for its alignment with enterprise best practices. Graduates are equipped to pursue roles such as Open Source Program Manager, with median salaries reaching $140,000 in the United States according to 2026 data. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with its Guaranteed-to-Run delivery model and access to official courseware, ensuring consistent, high-quality training. By mastering leadership in open source ecosystems, participants position themselves to lead innovation, drive compliance, and advance into senior technical and strategic roles within global organizations.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of leadership principles and team dynamics essential for the Leadership Course for New Managers by Open Source
- Familiarity with project management methodologies like Agile and Scrum enhances your ability to lead teams effectively in the Leadership Course for New Managers
- Experience in setting goals and tracking performance with SMART criteria helps you implement measurable objectives after completing the Leadership Course for New Managers
- Working knowledge of communication models and active listening techniques improves your leadership skills through the Leadership Course for New Managers
- Understanding conflict resolution strategies and emotional intelligence boosts your capability to manage teams confidently in the Leadership Course for New Managers
- Prior completion of foundational training in organizational behavior or equivalent experience prepares you for the Leadership Course for New Managers by Open Source
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Foundations of Open Source Program Office (OSPO) Leadership & Management
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Day 2– Open Source Program Office (OSPO) Leadership & Management Strategy
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Day 3– Building an Effective OSPO
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Day 4– Open Source Development & Compliance
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Day 5– Collaborating, Launching, and Certification
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of New Manager Leadership: GROW Coaching & Kotter certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the New Manager Leadership: GROW Coaching & Kotter certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Engineering Manager
- Technical Program Manager
- Team Lead
- DevOps Manager
- Open Source Program Office (OSPO) Manager
- IT Project Manager
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