Personal and Business Competencies / Management Skills

Manager 4.0 — modern management

Training dedicated to modern management models in the era of digital transformation. Participants will learn Management 3.0 and 4.0 concepts, servant leadership, agile mindset for managers, and practical tools for building team engagement and empowerment. The program covers hybrid management, new organizational structures, and techniques for building a culture of trust and autonomy.

Why choose this training?

The role of the manager is changing faster than ever before. Traditional management models based on hierarchy and control are giving way to approaches built on autonomy, trust, and continuous adaptation. Manager 4.0 is a leader who can inspire, build an environment conducive to innovation, and effectively manage under conditions of uncertainty.

After completing the training, participants will be able to: understand the evolution of management models from 1.0 to 4.0, apply servant leadership in daily teamwork, build empowerment and autonomy within the team, and manage hybrid and distributed teams. These competencies directly translate into higher team management effectiveness.

This training is particularly valuable for: mid-level and senior managers seeking modern management methods, team leaders working in hybrid and remote models, and project managers implementing agile approaches in their organization.

What sets our approach apart?

At EITT, we believe the best learning happens through practice. During 1 day of intensive training, participants work on real-world examples and scenarios, ensuring not only theoretical understanding but above all the ability to apply it in practice.

With over 2,500 trainings in our portfolio and a 4.8/5 rating from participants, EITT is a trusted partner in competency development for organizations of all sizes. Our trainers are practitioners with years of experience who share current knowledge and proven solutions.

Looking for training tailored to your team’s needs? Contact us — we’ll prepare a program customized to your requirements.

Benefits

Understanding the evolution of management models from 1.0 to 4.0 and their practical implications
Ability to apply servant leadership in daily teamwork
Capacity to build empowerment and autonomy within the team
Practical tools for managing hybrid and distributed teams
Knowledge of agile mindset and iterative planning methods
Ability to create a psychologically safe work environment
Awareness of new organizational models and their applications
Individual plan for developing Manager 4.0 competencies

Who is this training for?

Mid-level and senior managers seeking modern management methods

Team leaders working in hybrid and remote models

Project managers implementing agile approaches in their organization

Professionals preparing for a managerial role

HR specialists responsible for management development

Operations directors interested in management model transformation

Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches expanding leadership competencies

Prerequisites

Experience in team management (minimum 6 months)
Basic familiarity with project and organizational terminology
Openness to questioning existing management habits

Training program

Overview of management models: command & control vs servant leadership
What is Management 3.0/4.0 and why traditional approaches fail
Megatrends shaping the manager's role: AI, hybrid work, Generation Z
Self-diagnosis: what stage is my management at?

Pillars of servant leadership: listening, empathy, building community
Team empowerment — delegating decisions, not just tasks
Building psychological safety within the team
Workshop: simulating a feedback session in the servant leader model

Agile values and principles in everyday management
Experimentation and a culture of learning from mistakes
Iterative planning and goal adaptation (OKR, beyond budgeting)

Hybrid work challenges: building trust at a distance
Team tools and rituals supporting cohesion
Asynchronous communication and decision transparency
Combating isolation and building a sense of belonging

Teal organizations, holacracy, network structures — overview
Manager as coach, facilitator, and work environment architect
Creating an individual Manager 4.0 development plan

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Training Topics

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for the Manager 4.0 training?

This is an intermediate-level training. We expect experience in team management (minimum 6 months), basic familiarity with project and organizational terminology, and openness to questioning existing management habits.

What is the format and duration of the training?

The training lasts 1 day and is available both on-site and online. The program combines lectures with practical workshops, simulations, and group exercises.

Who is the Manager 4.0 training designed for?

The training is designed for mid-level and senior managers, hybrid team leaders, project managers implementing agile approaches, and professionals preparing for a managerial role. See the 'Target Audience' section for details.