Diploma in Motivation and Cohesion Strategies
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Motivation and Cohesion Strategies
This program is designed to enhance leadership and team management skills, boosting performance and commitment. You will learn to create a positive and productive work environment, mastering techniques in motivation, effective communication, and conflict resolution. This program provides you with the necessary tools to build high-performing teams and foster a strong and cohesive organizational culture.
Differential Advantages
- Development of practical skills: Application of motivational strategies in real-life cases.
- Effective communication techniques: Improvement of interpersonal and group communication.
- Conflict management: Constructive resolution of disagreements and tensions.
- Building high-performance teams: Fostering collaboration and commitment.
- Transformational leadership: Inspiration and guidance for team growth.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 15-07-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Team leaders, HR managers, and supervisors looking to boost performance, reduce turnover, and foster a positive work environment.
- Entrepreneurs and business owners who want to build high-performing teams, improve internal communication, and strengthen organizational culture.
- Consultants and coaches interested in deepening their knowledge of group dynamics, motivational techniques, and cohesion strategies.
- Education and social sector professionals who need effective tools to motivate their students or clients and create a sense of belonging.
- Students and recent graduates in fields such as administration, psychology, or human resources looking to develop leadership and management skills teams.
Flexibility and immediate applicability:
Designed for professionals with busy schedules: practical and applicable content, real-world case studies, and downloadable tools for immediate implementation.
Objectives and competencies
Promote a positive work environment:
“Implement policies of open communication and continuous feedback, recognizing individual and team achievements, and promoting team-building activities.”
Develop inspirational leadership skills:
“To foster effective communication, motivation and team development, promoting a culture of trust and high performance.”
Implement gamification techniques to increase engagement:
Design badges, levels, and challenges based on progress and achievement of course objectives.
Design recognition programs that reinforce group identity:
Encourage active participation in team building activities, milestone celebrations, and corporate volunteering programs.
Apply effective communication tools to resolve conflicts and strengthen trust:
“Actively manage listening, empathy, and assertiveness, adapting the message to the interlocutor and the context to foster collaborative solutions.”
Establish continuous feedback channels to identify needs and boost growth:
Implement satisfaction surveys, individual meetings, and anonymous suggestion boxes, analyzing the information to adjust personal and professional development strategies.
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to Group Dynamics: Definition, Types, and Benefits
- Facilitation Techniques: Role-Playing, Brainstorming, Phillips 66
- Effective Communication: Active Listening, Powerful Questions, Constructive Feedback
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Empathy
- Resonant Leadership: Emotional Connection, Inspiration, Shared Purpose
- Creating an Environment of Trust: Vulnerability, Honesty, Psychological Safety
- Conflict Management in Teams: Mediation, Negotiation, Creative Resolution
- 360-Degree Feedback: Design, Implementation, and Results Analysis
- Developing High-Performance Teams: Roles, Responsibilities, and Synergy
- Impact Assessment of Group dynamics and resonant leadership
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- Fundamentals of inspirational leadership: vision, values, and purpose.
- Effective communication: active listening, feedback, and inspirational storytelling.
- Emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
- Creating an environment of trust and psychological safety.
- Group dynamics: roles, norms, cohesion, and conflict.
- Facilitation techniques: brainstorming, role-playing, and world café.
- Managing high-performance teams: goal setting, delegation, and empowerment.
- Conflict resolution and negotiation: strategies and tools.
- Situational leadership: adapting leadership style to the team’s needs.
- Leader’s personal development: self-assessment, continuous learning, and mentoring.
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- Fundamentals of Inspirational Leadership: Vision, values, purpose, and their impact on the team.
- Emotional Intelligence: Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
- Effective Communication: Active listening, constructive feedback, nonverbal communication, and storytelling.
- Group Dynamics: Group theory, roles, stages of development, and group cohesion.
- Facilitation Techniques: Designing dynamics, managing participation, and creating a safe environment.
- Conflict Management: Nature of conflict, sources, coping styles, and resolution strategies.
- Negotiation and Mediation: Preparation, tactics, identifying interests, and finding common ground. Collaborative solutions.
Empowerment and Delegation: Fostering autonomy, assigning responsibilities, and providing support.
High-Performance Team Development: Trust, commitment, accountability, communication, and results.
Adaptive Leadership: Flexibility, resilience, change management, and continuous learning.
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- Introduction to Group Psychology: Key Concepts, History, and Fundamental Theories
- Leadership: Leadership Styles, Transformational Leadership Theories, and Situational Leadership
- Group Dynamics: Communication, Cohesion, Roles, Norms, and Decision-Making Processes in Groups
- High-Performance Team Building: Selection, Development, and Maintenance of Effective Teams
- Conflict and Conflict Resolution: Identifying Sources of Conflict, Negotiation Strategies, and Mediation
- Emotional Intelligence in Groups: Recognizing and Managing One’s Own and Others’ Emotions in the Group Context
- Group Facilitation: Facilitation Techniques, Designing Group Activities, and Managing Participation
- Performance Evaluation
- Group: success metrics, constructive feedback, and continuous improvement.
- Interventions in dysfunctional groups: diagnosis, intervention strategies, and follow-up.
- Ethics in group psychology and leadership: responsibility, confidentiality, and respect for diversity.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- **Building High-Performance Teams**: Trust, communication, commitment, accountability, and results.
- **Situational Leadership**: Adapting leadership style to the needs of the team and the situation.
**Fundamentals of Inspirational Leadership**: Definition, characteristics, and models.
**Emotional Intelligence**: Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.
**Effective Communication**: Active listening, constructive feedback, nonverbal communication, and storytelling.
**Motivation and Commitment**: Theories of motivation, recognition, incentives, and empowerment.
**Group Dynamics**: Team roles, cohesion, group norms, and meeting facilitation.
**Creativity and Innovation**: Brainstorming techniques, lateral thinking, and creative problem-solving.
**Conflict Management**: Types of conflict, causes, resolution strategies, and negotiation.
**Mediation**: The mediation process, mediator skills, and collaborative resolution.
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Career opportunities
- Team Leader: Team leadership, conflict management, and improvement of the work environment.
- HR Consultant: Design and implementation of motivation programs and organizational climate assessments.
- Soft Skills Trainer: Delivery of workshops on leadership, effective communication, and teamwork.
- Occupational Risk Prevention Technician: Development of strategies to promote mental health and well-being in the workplace.
- Social Project Manager: Group facilitation, promotion of participation, and community development.
- Mediator: Conflict resolution, facilitation of agreements, and improvement of workplace relationships.
- Team Coach: Development of team potential and improvement of Performance, achievement of objectives.
- Internal Communications Manager: Creation of effective communication channels, promotion of engagement, improvement of corporate culture.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Inspirational Leadership: Learn to create a positive work environment and motivate your team to reach its full potential.
- Cohesion Tools: Master effective techniques to strengthen teamwork, communication, and collaboration among team members.
- Recognition Strategies: Discover how to implement recognition systems that boost engagement and job satisfaction.
- Conflict Management: Acquire skills to address and resolve conflicts constructively, fostering a harmonious work environment.
- Personalized Development: Design motivation plans tailored to the individual needs of your employees, maximizing their performance and development.
Testimonials
The Diploma in Motivation and Cohesion Strategies exceeded my expectations. I applied the tools I learned to revitalize my team, achieving a 20% increase in productivity and a significant decrease in staff turnover. The practical methodology and focus on emotional intelligence were key to this success.
The Diploma in Psychology & Wellbeing on Board provided me with practical tools and in-depth knowledge to understand and address psychosocial dynamics in challenging environments. I applied the strategies I learned to improve communication, manage stress, and foster team cohesion, resulting in a significant increase in productivity and a more positive work environment.
The Diploma in Motivation and Cohesion Strategies provided me with practical and effective tools to boost my team’s performance. I implemented the communication techniques I learned, and we achieved a 15% increase in productivity in just one quarter, along with a noticeably more positive work environment.
This diploma program provided me with practical and effective tools to boost motivation and cohesion within my team. Thanks to the strategies I learned, we achieved a 20% increase in productivity and a significant improvement in the work environment, evidenced by decreased staff turnover and increased participation in team initiatives.
Frequently asked questions
To provide participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to implement effective strategies that boost motivation and cohesion in teams and organizations.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Team leaders, managers, human resources managers, coaches, consultants, teachers and any professional who works with teams or manages people.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to Group Dynamics: Key Concepts, Types, and Benefits.
- Stages of Group Development: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning.
- Facilitation Techniques: Active Listening, Powerful Questions, Conflict Management.
- Effective Feedback: Models, Delivery and Reception Techniques, the Importance of Specificity.
- Types of Feedback: Appreciative, Corrective, and Evaluative.
- Resonant Leadership: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Management.
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Recognizing and Managing One’s Own and Others’ Emotions.
- Leadership Styles: Coercive, Authoritarian, Affiliative, democratic, pace-setting, and coaching.
- Creating a climate of trust: Empathy, transparency, vulnerability, and consistency.
- Practical application: Design and facilitation of group dynamics and feedback sessions.
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.