“John is one of the most inspiring and engaging teachers I’ve ever had the pleasure of being instructed by! He really made it feel like we were all together in the same place, by very thought-through and well executed use of online sessions with breakout rooms.

He has a knack for seeing everyone in the virtual room(s) and making sure everyone’s opinions and queries are heard. All in all, the course were well worth the investment in both time and money. I would recommend John’s courses without hesitation. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table!”

— Producer, Avalanche Studios Group

 

Master games industry leadership

The game industry is experiencing significant growth and expansion. Whether part of a minor, emerging studio or leading a team of leaders, you can learn the skills to lead this dynamic business effectively.

This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to develop your team, effectively manage feedback and learning, handle conflicts, and avoid detrimental leadership behaviours that can harm your team and yourself.

This upskilling course emphasises management and leadership, providing examples of both throughout the program. A well-structured management approach is crucial for fostering creativity, enhancing efficiency, and effective leadership.

The course has been developed in alignment with the game industry and incorporates principles from the science of proper leadership behaviour. It offers a blend of theoretical concepts and practical techniques that you can apply to complete your game project.

How it works

The online course features the dedicated educator and coach, John Johansson, who will provide answers and facilitate interactive discussions. Before each course session, you will watch a pre-recorded video to prepare for the live talks. Additionally, after completing the course, you will receive a summary consisting of two films totalling 30 minutes.

Course Date

Spring 2026:
May 5 + May 12
9 AM – 4 PM CET

Fee

(VAT included)

VAT 25%

Day 1 — May 5: 9 AM – 4 PM CET

As part of your preparation for the initial class session, you will watch three films totalling 30 minutes.

6 hours of lectures and discussions

• Foundations of leadership in the games industry
• You and your team
• Group development and effective teams
• Feedback
• Destructive leadership

Day 2 — May 12: 9 AM – 4 PM CET

As part of your preparation for the initial class session, you will watch three films totalling 30 minutes.

6 hours of lectures and discussions

• Coaching and delegation
• Conflict management
• Psychological safety and creativity
• Developing yourself as a leader and sustaining success in the long run

Questions? Please get in touch with us at gamedevstation@thegameassembly.se