Authors :
Dr. John Motsamai Modise; Dr. Philky Masogo
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 3 - March
Google Scholar :
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Scribd :
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24MAR1132
Abstract :
The purpose of the article was to examine how
well police supervisors are equipped to lead their teams
effectively and morally by means of leadership training
programs. The disparity between the abilities needed for
efficient supervision and those needed for police officers
was the main topic of discussion. The fundamental
abilities that police supervisors must possess are
teamwork, communication, decision-making, and conflict
resolution. The effectiveness of leadership development
programs in providing supervisors with these
competencies. The possible advantages of efficient
leadership development, such as higher officer safety,
decreased misbehavior, and better public reputation. The
Main Points/Determinations: Officers may not be
sufficiently prepared for the intricacies of supervisory
responsibilities by traditional police training. Supervisors
who participate in excellent leadership development
programs can acquire the skills needed to effectively lead
their teams. Gaining these abilities can result in better
decision-making, more communication, and a happier
workplace. Good leadership development programs may
help reduce police misconduct and provide a safer
atmosphere for both the public and cops. Reviewing
previous studies on the effects of police leadership
training was the methodology/approach. Examine the
fundamental abilities deemed necessary for police
supervisors. Examine how these abilities are addressed in
leadership training programs through curriculum
analysis or participant/developer interviews. Examine
any connections that might exist between good leadership
development and outcomes that are favorable to the
public or less wrongdoing (this could include data analysis
or case studies). The study's significance and implications
were that it made clear how crucial it is to fund
thoughtfully crafted leadership development initiatives
for police supervisors. Police agencies may cultivate a
more professional, ethical, and community-focused force
by providing supervisors with the required training.
Good leadership development programs can increase
public confidence, lower misbehavior, and make
everyone's surroundings safer. The leaders of the police
department (chiefs, training officers) were in attendance.
Government officers and policymakers. scholars and
researchers in criminal justice. Neighborhood groups that
support police reform. This training prepares police
officers for supervisory roles by equipping them with the
skills necessary to lead effectively. Through
communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution
training, supervisors become better equipped to handle
challenging situations. The program also fosters team
building by teaching motivation, delegation, and trust-
building techniques. Ultimately, effective leadership
training enhances public perception of the police, reduces
misconduct, and improves officer safety.
Keywords :
Police Leadership Training, Police Supervision Skills, Effective Police Supervision, Leadership Development in Law Enforcement, Police Leadership and Public Perception, Police Misconduct and Leadership Training, Police Officer Safety and Leadership Training, Communication Skills for Police Supervisors, Decision- Making Skills for Police Supervisors, Conflict Resolution Training for Police Supervisors, Team Building in Police Leadership, Ethical Leadership in Law Enforcement.
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The purpose of the article was to examine how
well police supervisors are equipped to lead their teams
effectively and morally by means of leadership training
programs. The disparity between the abilities needed for
efficient supervision and those needed for police officers
was the main topic of discussion. The fundamental
abilities that police supervisors must possess are
teamwork, communication, decision-making, and conflict
resolution. The effectiveness of leadership development
programs in providing supervisors with these
competencies. The possible advantages of efficient
leadership development, such as higher officer safety,
decreased misbehavior, and better public reputation. The
Main Points/Determinations: Officers may not be
sufficiently prepared for the intricacies of supervisory
responsibilities by traditional police training. Supervisors
who participate in excellent leadership development
programs can acquire the skills needed to effectively lead
their teams. Gaining these abilities can result in better
decision-making, more communication, and a happier
workplace. Good leadership development programs may
help reduce police misconduct and provide a safer
atmosphere for both the public and cops. Reviewing
previous studies on the effects of police leadership
training was the methodology/approach. Examine the
fundamental abilities deemed necessary for police
supervisors. Examine how these abilities are addressed in
leadership training programs through curriculum
analysis or participant/developer interviews. Examine
any connections that might exist between good leadership
development and outcomes that are favorable to the
public or less wrongdoing (this could include data analysis
or case studies). The study's significance and implications
were that it made clear how crucial it is to fund
thoughtfully crafted leadership development initiatives
for police supervisors. Police agencies may cultivate a
more professional, ethical, and community-focused force
by providing supervisors with the required training.
Good leadership development programs can increase
public confidence, lower misbehavior, and make
everyone's surroundings safer. The leaders of the police
department (chiefs, training officers) were in attendance.
Government officers and policymakers. scholars and
researchers in criminal justice. Neighborhood groups that
support police reform. This training prepares police
officers for supervisory roles by equipping them with the
skills necessary to lead effectively. Through
communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution
training, supervisors become better equipped to handle
challenging situations. The program also fosters team
building by teaching motivation, delegation, and trust-
building techniques. Ultimately, effective leadership
training enhances public perception of the police, reduces
misconduct, and improves officer safety.
Keywords :
Police Leadership Training, Police Supervision Skills, Effective Police Supervision, Leadership Development in Law Enforcement, Police Leadership and Public Perception, Police Misconduct and Leadership Training, Police Officer Safety and Leadership Training, Communication Skills for Police Supervisors, Decision- Making Skills for Police Supervisors, Conflict Resolution Training for Police Supervisors, Team Building in Police Leadership, Ethical Leadership in Law Enforcement.