New Manager: The Basics and More of Being a Great Leader (Udemy.com)
Go from a slightly uncertain, confused newbie to a confident, skilled manager who builds and leads effective teams.
Created by: Markus Amanto
Last updated December 2025
Our take
Based on the ratings of 19,504 students, a sample of their written reviews and the syllabus, as the course stood in December 2025. No course pays to be reviewed.
Markus Amanto's course is a starter kit for people who have just been promoted, or are about to be. It runs 7.7 hours over 157 lectures and 20 sections, and it isn't tied to any industry. The syllabus opens with a plan for the first 94 days, then works through feedback, communication, group dynamics, conflict, motivation, delegation, coaching, decisions, time and performance reviews. Amanto is a Swedish trainer with more than 30 years of experience, and there are 18 quizzes along the way.
Reviewers mostly talk about how usable it is. Practical, actionable and easy to apply come up again and again, along with the downloadable resources. One student singles out the new manager checklist, another the role play, and a third says the focus on communication was what they needed. Students call the teaching clear and easy to follow. Complaints are mild. One reviewer wants the role play exercises to work on mobile devices such as iPads. The numbers agree: of 19,504 ratings, 10,440 are five stars and only 218 are one or two stars.
Some topics get quick treatment. Operations planning is 12 minutes and delegation is 17, so think of those as introductions, not deep dives. The course was last updated in December 2025, so it isn't stale. It is aimed at people in their first year or two of managing. Anyone who has run a team for more than two years and taken other leadership courses will probably find it familiar, as the course itself admits. For a first-timer, it looks like a safe pick.
Pros
- Opens with a step by step plan for the first 94 days as a manager
- Over 100 downloadable resources, and reviewers praise the new manager checklist
- Role play exercises and 18 quizzes give practice, not just talking heads
- Covers delegation, coaching, conflict and performance reviews in plain, usable terms
Cons
- Role play exercises reportedly can't be completed on mobile devices like iPads
- Operations planning is only 12 minutes and delegation 17, so depth is limited
- Not meant for managers past the two year mark, or for budgeting and slideshow skills
Perfect for new managers - practical, actionable, and immediately useful. The frameworks (coaching, delegation, conflict) are easy to apply from day one. Highly recommended!
Beginner level fits. No management background needed, and it targets people in their first one to two years in the role.
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What you will learn
- A step by step guide to your first 94 days as a manager
- Communicate directly and clearly
- Give and receive constructive feedback
- Recognize different stages in a group's development
- Adjust own behavior related to the development stage of the group
- Understand the need for and use of different leadership styles
- Set clear and effective guidelines for team behavior
- Distinguish between management and leadership
- Understand and manage conflicts
- Clarify expectations and focus efforts of the team
- Acknowledge colleagues in a way that supports healthy work relationships
- Understand how values influence relationships and leadership
- Motivate individuals and teams in a productive way
- Build trust and successful work relationships
- Excel in the management role with its unique demands and expectations
- Planning the operations of your team
- Coaching your coworkers to better performance, well-being and results
- Effective delegation of tasks
- Make great decisions by yourself or with a group
- Manage time effectively
- Work with reflection and learning, individually and in a team
Course content
20 sections · 157 lectures · 7.7 hours of video 18 quizzes, 24 articles
- 1Introduction to the Course 2 free previews2 lectures · 4 min
- 2The First 94 Days 1 free preview10 lectures · 1 quiz · 31 min
- 3The Shift - From Specialist to Manager 1 free preview6 lectures · 1 quiz · 30 min
- 4The Difference Between Management and Leadership 1 free preview4 lectures · 1 quiz · 7 min
- 5Giving and Receiving Feedback 1 free preview10 lectures · 1 quiz · 28 min
- 6Communication 1 free preview6 lectures · 1 quiz · 20 min
- 7Group Dynamics 1 free preview14 lectures · 1 quiz · 1 hour
- 8Conflict Management 1 free preview11 lectures · 1 quiz · 34 min
- 9Trust and Openness 1 free preview5 lectures · 1 quiz · 14 min
- 10Values and Ethics 1 free preview7 lectures · 1 quiz · 24 min
- 11Motivation 1 free preview9 lectures · 1 quiz · 30 min
- 12The Manager Role 1 free preview12 lectures · 1 quiz · 40 min
- 13Operations Planning 1 free preview8 lectures · 1 quiz · 12 min
- 14Delegation 1 free preview9 lectures · 1 quiz · 17 min
- 15Coaching 1 free preview7 lectures · 1 quiz · 16 min
- 16Decision Making 1 free preview8 lectures · 1 quiz · 27 min
- 17Time Management 1 free preview12 lectures · 1 quiz · 28 min
- 18Performance Reviews 1 free preview11 lectures · 1 quiz · 26 min
- 19Reflection4 lectures · 1 quiz · 10 min
- 20Course Wrap-Up2 lectures · 2 min
Who it is for
The instructor says it suits
- If you will be promoted to manager in the near future, just got promoted to your first management position or have been a manager for say 1-2 years, then this course is intended for you.
- This is a new manager training for developers, designers and others. It is not limited to a certain industry or occupation.
- No prior management or leadership knowledge is required.
- If you have been a manager for more than 2 years and have attended several other courses on management and leadership then this course is probably not for you. Or if you are looking for a course on how to create an engaging slideshow presentation or how to plan the budget of a project, then it is not for you either.
What you need before you start
- To get the greatest benefit from the course make sure you have notebook or personal journal to accompany you during the course. This is completely optional, but highly recommended.
- It can be in a digital format or on good old paper.
- This will allow you to make notes of your lessons learned and experiences you have with applying the course in your everyday work, making sure you get the greatest possible benefit from the course.
How it compares
Against the other 230 rated Udemy courses in Leadership & Management on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.6 out of 5higher than 69% of them
- Reviews19,504#10 of 231 by number of reviews
- Length7.7 hourslonger than 91% of them
- Last updatedDecember 2025more recently than 62% of them
Course Description
Learn the basic concepts, tools and skills that you will need to become successful as a manager. Learn how to build and lead effective teams through both the easy and the hard times.
Build a strong foundation for your successful leadership with this comprehensive course
Get a great start with a detailed plan for your first 30, 60 and 90 days as a new manager
Learn to communicate clearly and how to work with constructive feedback.
Recognize and use group dynamics for better results.
Manage conflicts and relationships in a productive, energy efficient way.
Build motivated and self-learning teams with a high level of trust.
Learn how to best manage the demands and expectations of the management role.
Learn practical skills such as operations planning with your team, delegation, coaching, decision making, time management and conducting performance reviews.
Time and Energy Saving Knowledge and Skills at Your Disposal
This course is built on more than 30 years experience with training new and experienced managers from all corners of the world.
Successful managers have all invested in their leadership skills. These skills are often what makes or breaks a new manager.
Content and Overview
I designed this course on how to become a manager to be easily understood and applied by absolute beginners. The course has over 100 downloadable resources that you can use for future reference, including guides, checklists, textbooks, illustrations and assessments.
It is complete with tips for new managers such as easy-to-digest theories, models and practical examples. A total of 20 sections with over 150 lectures filled with proven tips and tricks for a first time manager. And there is a quiz at the end of each section to help you grasp the key concepts.
You will walk away from this training for new managers with a solid toolbox of skills and knowledge that you can use to succeed in your new management role.
You will be able to communicate more clearly, give and receive constructive feedback and manage conflicts. You will understand group dynamics and be able to adjust your leadership to the development stage of your team and avoid unnecessary micromanagement.
You will improve your people management skills to avoid energy drains by clarifying expectations, guidelines for behavior and working with values. You will be able to motivate yourself and others, build trusting and effective relationships while managing the challenges related to the management role.
You will be able to plan and execute the work of yourself and your team, both in the day to day operations and in the long-term.
Instructor Details
- 4.6 Rating
19,504 Reviews
Markus Amanto
Markus Amanto is a well renowned author, speaker and trainer from Sweden. He has worked with improving leaders, teams and organizations in Asia, Europe and North America for over 30 years.
His books include "The Leadership School - Who's Really in the Driver's Seat" and "The Basics of Group Dynamics" (currently available in Swedish only).
He has held multiple positions as a manager. When he worked as a sales representative he built a sales team of over 400 people spanning the Nordic countries.
He started his own consulting business in 1998 and has worked as a certified trainer for UGL-trainings for several years. He is also a certified user of SDI® (Strength Deployment Inventory). He is also trained in emotional debriefing, psychosynthesis and has also participated in Anthony Robbins Mastery University.
Clients have included The University of Stockholm, Nasdaq, Kongsberg Automotive, Pitney Bowes, Tetra Pak, AstraZeneca, KPMG, ALMI and International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR).
Markus is fluent in Swedish, English, Finnish and Spanish. He is also able to communicate well in Danish and Norwegian.
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Reviews
By Heather Ford on 8/24/2026
So far, so good. I'm only a few sections in, but what he has said makes a lot of sense, and I appreciate all the resources, especially the new manager checklist!
By Krzysztof Manyś on 8/20/2026
Before taking up this course, i've had chat with my ~maybe~ future manager about what Team-Leader role would entail. It was stated that most important aspect is communication, and really - this course focus on communicating well was great for me.
By Benjamin Hamilton on 7/28/2026
Perfect for new managers - practical, actionable, and immediately useful. The frameworks (coaching, delegation, conflict) are easy to apply from day one. Highly recommended!
By Valenshia Shipanga on 7/1/2026
Very useful, as i have at some point given so much to only my family without noticing that I am a young woman within a being organization and as new people come and grow beyond , whilst im still stagnant , gives me light and thought to change that i only can own my impact,
By Badmus Razaq Shinaayomi on 5/11/2026
This helps define what is expected of any new manager and actively explain the pathway process to excel and coordinate one's performance in the new role. More like an ABC of the role for a starter.
By Ameet Zaveri on 4/25/2026
Mostly common sense stuff
By Imran KHAKOO on 4/11/2026
Very earnest and experienced teacher. Easy-to-follow style and cadence of speaking. I like the cutaway stock video style instead of just focusing on him talking. Well-structured course, though there's some repetition in the videos.
By Blanca Rivera on 3/27/2026
This course gives some important tools to perform as manager.
By Reandy Yang on 3/9/2026
I like the variety of the video-background that makes the learning more interesting instead of having just powerpoint style slides. I like the simple tips given along the way. Please include some music during the transition from one topic to another to break the monotony of just hearing the speaker's voice. Thank you!
By Divya Nigam on 2/22/2026
This has been a great course that has truly deepened my understanding of various aspects of human behavior. I now find myself relating more effectively to different personality types and better understanding how to respond to them. I’m still learning, but it’s already proving to be a very valuable tool.”
By Nolukhanyo Ngxenge on 11/15/2020
easy to follow
By Brian Blackwell on 11/15/2020
This was a great course that provided many useful tools and new ideas!
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Overall Score : 92 / 100









