Leading Through Uncertainty and Disruption

Leading Through Uncertainty and Disruption is an open course from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford that equips leaders with the mindset and tools to respond effectively to today’s fast-changing, unpredictable business environment. Designed for professionals navigating complex organisational challenges, the course focuses on resilience as both a personal capability and an organisational practice. Through research-based frameworks and practical insights, you will learn how to build resilience over time — responding not only by recovering from setbacks but by evolving through them. You’ll examine strategic approaches to anticipate disruption, adapt operating models, and strengthen systems such as governance and supply chains. The course also considers the human side of disruption, emphasising the importance of communication, stakeholder relationships, and leadership agility. This course offers a foundational overview, introducing key concepts and frameworks for those new to the subject. To explore the topic in greater depth, you may wish to continue with the full Oxford Leading Through Uncertainty and Disruption: Building Resilient Organisations Programme. 3b:T136

• Describe resilience as a positive coping mechanism for your leadership development.
• Analyse how adversity has strengthened you on your resilient leadership journey.
• Investigate ways to strengthen and broaden your repertoire of resilient personal attributes.
• Interpret resilience as a process and practice within the organisation.
• Evaluate the implications that "both/and" leadership has on how you lead.