Startit is launching a team leader course in Belgrade aimed at aspiring and new leaders.
- Course starts on 31 October with eight weekend workshops.
- Led by Dmitrij Krasičkov, focusing on leadership skills.
- Open to new team leaders and experienced developers.
IT Connect Belgrade will start the second season of its practical course for people who want to become team leaders or have recently moved into that role on 31 October. Participation is based on a voluntary donation, with no suggested amount.
The course is led by Dmitrij Krasičkov and includes eight workshops, held once a week on weekends at Startit in Belgrade. The first session is scheduled for Saturday, 31 October, at 13:00.
In addition to the group sessions, each participant will have a one-on-one conversation with the instructor every two weeks to discuss current challenges and career development. The mentoring continues after the course ends.
The first season was completed by ten participants. Krasičkov is still mentoring them, and they are applying for team leader positions.
What the course covers and who it is for
The curriculum includes the role of a team leader, the basics of leadership and management, Scrum and Kanban, negotiation, one-on-one talks with team members, conflict resolution, team motivation, time and priority management, hiring, and cooperation with HR.
The course is intended for new team leaders, as well as experienced developers and QA engineers with at least five years of experience who want to move into leadership roles. Classes will be held in English, and the group is limited to ten participants.
Applications are accepted through the Telegram group or the WhatsApp group.
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate in the course?
The course is intended for new team leaders and experienced developers or QA engineers with at least five years of experience.
What topics will be covered in the workshops?
The curriculum includes leadership basics, Scrum, Kanban, negotiation, conflict resolution, and team motivation.
How is the course structured?
The course consists of eight workshops held on weekends, along with bi-weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions.

