Manager to leader: professional development

This course maps to capability: 2
COST Prices include GST and are subject to change
Please contact IPAA New South Wales for more information.

Pre-Course Requirements

Overview

More and more is expected of public sector leaders. Whether they run an organisation or have responsibility for a significant team project, leaders are required to work strategically. They are under close scrutiny from staff, stakeholders, media, parliament and the community. Good 'people skills' with the ability to collaborate and influence provide a competitive edge. Leadership is not for the faint-hearted; it requires self awareness, an ability to face one's fears and lead in each context. Stepping up from management to leadership requires an understanding of the vision, goal and strategy process and how to bring about change through collaborating and influencing.

Customised Agency Program

Customised agency programs are training programs uniquely designed in content and format to address the particular needs of your organisation. Customised agency programs are delivered at your workplace, thus saving your organisation money and enhancing team building.

All IPAA NSW courses are available as customised agency programs. Case studies and organisational policies and procedures from your organisation can be incorporated into these programs.

IPAA NSW matches the most appropriate consultant to the needs of your organisation, and offers flexibility in content, length and timetable, all at a convenient location. This flexible and cost-effective option benefits all agencies, particularly those with offices in regional NSW.

For further information or to receive a written proposal, contact IPAA NSW:

Tel: 02 9228 5225

Fax: 02 9241 1920

info@nsw.ipaa.org.au

Course Content

Participants are exposed to some of the key ingredients for leadership success through a practical and interactive course. They share case studies, ideas and experiences to gain an understanding that no one style of leadership 'fits all'. They are challenged to influence, negotiate, to create vision, set goals and adopt strategy in interactive situations. Techniques for conquering fears, building personal awareness and emotional intelligence are examined. Participants identify gaps in their own leadership skills and develop a plan for future success.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course attendees should be able to:

  • identify and match qualities of a good leader in different environments
  • understand the vision, goal, strategy process and the use of strategic thinking
  • communicate effectively both internally and externally to take their career to the next level
  • develop techniques to inspire, empower and encourage staff
  • work collaboratively with stakeholders and members of key groups to achieve results
  • develop ways of managing fear to celebrate success
  • identify leadership ‘gaps' and develop a plan to build missing knowledge and skills.

Benefits to your organisation

  • leaders who focus on motivating and working with people to obtain organisational objectives and deliver results
  • leaders who understand how to work with vision, goal setting and strategy to enhance organisational objectives
  • leadership skills valuable for career development, succession planning and innovation

Benefits to you

  • understanding of what is needed to be a leader in today’s public service, and the ability to manage fears, to build personal resilience and to lead successfully.
  • increased awareness of leadership success by working with, guiding and influencing people both internally and externally to achieve results
  • development of a personal leadership plan