Course structure
The following topics will be covered during this leadership course:
- Why local government matters
- Scope, scale and history of local government in Australia
- Public sector and management theory
- Contemporary leadership frameworks
- Local government context and challenges.
Learning outcomes
As a result of this leadership course, you will:
- Develop an understanding of the role of local government in the broader social and political context
- Have a deeper appreciation of the principles and practices of local government and how it has evolved over time
- Deep dive into management theory, structure and practice and contemporary leadership models
- Be able to actively contribute to the development of collective and collaborative leadership within council
- Understand and grow your leadership impact.
Price
Full price: $698 (GST free)*
*Price subject to change. Please check price at time of purchase.
Delivery style
The leadership course uses a blend of presentation, discussion, case in point teaching, consultation in pairs, group exercises and individual take-away tasks to put into practice learnings in the workplace. This training approach allows you to work through concepts introduced by the presenter in an application-focused teaching environment. You will challenge your understanding of the concepts and consider their application once back in your individual workplace.
Leadership course series
This leadership course has no prerequisites and is open to all members of the public. The course is one of five leadership courses in our Leading in Local Government series. Select the combination of courses from the list below that will meet your learning needs.
Enrolment conditions
Course purchase is subject to UTS Open Terms and Conditions.
COVID-19 response
UTS complies with latest Government health advice. Delivery of all courses complies with the UTS response to COVID-19.
Contact us
If you have a specific question on course content or requirements, please contact us.