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Leadership Course: Leading in Uncertainty

$698.00

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MODE

On Campus (Sydney)

DURATION

1 day

COMMITMENT

8 hrs

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This leading in uncertainty course focuses on the context of change; how to lead in times of crisis; leadership challenges, mindsets and personal and professional values. Rapid change, the shifting technological landscape and accelerated demand for skills and talent are all impacting on the workforce in local government.

About this course

This leading in uncertainty course focuses on the context of change; how to lead in times of crisis; leadership challenges, mindsets and personal and professional values. Rapid change, the shifting technological landscape and accelerated demand for skills and talent are all impacting on the workforce in local government. As the operating environment for local government changes so are the capabilities required of its leaders. Building the leadership qualities for the future will ensure that local councils can continue to deliver for their communities. This leadership course will ensure that leaders can support their staff to be engaged, empowered, and ready for the future.

The course teachings are based on evidence and rigour, drawing on cutting edge theory and practice relating to leadership development. The program encourages self-reflection in relation to your leadership development with the workshop closing with a self-reflection ‘check-out’ exercise.

Course structure

The following topics will be covered during this leadership course:

  • The context for change
  • Megatrends
  • Leadership mindsets
  • Finding your ‘why’
  • Change and transition processes and understanding people
  • Challenge, resilience, mindsets and values
  • Self-reflection close out.

Learning outcomes

As a result of this leadership course, you will: 

  • Grow in confidence to lead in uncertainty and through change
  • Understand and grow your leadership impact
  • Actively contribute to the development of collective and collaborative leadership within the council.

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.

Who is this course for?

This leadership course is designed for local government leaders, aspiring leaders or those new to a leadership role in local government. The course is designed to equip local government professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to drive positive change within the local government context.

Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.

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