The curriculum outline comprises 6 modules, to be delivered in hybrid format, blending online classes with experiential learning on-site. Each module is designed to impart the equivalent of 2-credit hours, comprising 30 hours of cumulative learning time. Twenty one hours (21) of real-time online classes, anchored by the WePOWER SAR 100 Regional Knowledge Hub (RKH) at Yunus Center AIT (YCA), will be hosted by the Sustainable Energy Transition (SE) department at AIT Bangkok, with international faculty participating from a variety of locations. Nine (9) hours of supervised onsite practical learning assignments will be facilitated by experts in the home-country, working closely with the YCA core team.  A one-week on-campus capstone event at AIT will conclude the program.​​​

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Outline

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1. Global and Regional Overview of Women’s Participation in the Energy Sector

- Gender statistics in the energy sector, with focus on South Asia

- Barriers and opportunities for women in the energy sector

 

2. Leadership Challenges for Women in Energy

- Case studies of successful women leaders in energy
- Strategies to overcome barriers - personal and professional
 

3. Skill Development in Leadership and Communication
- Exploring leadership styles: transformational and adaptive
- Techniques in negotiation and conflict resolution
- Public speaking and presentation skills enhancement
 

4. Creating Gender-Inclusive Workplaces
- Implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies
- Leading organizational change management for gender inclusivity
- Mentorship and sponsorship initiatives for women
 

5. Building Networks and Alliances
- Engaging with regional networks and collaboration for women in energy
- Strengthening partnerships and knowledge sharing within the region
 

6. Sustainability and Gender
- Recognizing the role of women in advancing sustainable energy practices
- Gender mainstreaming in energy policy and project planning

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Learning Outcomes

 

By the end of the course, the participants would be able to,

• Understand the concept of gender and its implications on personal, professional, and societal levels.                                                                                   

• Develop leadership skills specifically tailored to women in governance and corporate settings, fostering competence and confidence.                                                                                                             

• Draw inspiration and motivation from success stories and shared experiences of accomplished women from the power sector, cultivating a mindset for personal and professional success.

• Enhance communication and interaction skills through engaging sessions with role models, promoting networking and mentorship opportunities.