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Course Descriptions
Basic Strategy
Develop an awareness of the basic models and theory associated with strategy and achieving competitive advantage Advanced Strategy Strategically focussed organisations dont just happen. They happen only when leaders develop a culture of strategic thinking. This paper examines the emerging perspective of strategy, a position that is more fluid with the ability to change directions quickly.
Leadership
Many leaders are hampered by their own leadership capacity and failure to understand the fundamentals mechanics of leadership. This paper helps you to develop a sound understanding of these to maximise your leadership capacity
Personal Leadership
Becoming a leader is a journey not a destination and the first person you need to learn to lead is yourself. There is a vast difference between a vision and an envisioned person. This paper aims to highlight the importance of developing a leadership philosophy that can facilitate increased leadership effectiveness over a lifetime
Strategic Innovation
Core to creating a dynamic organization is strategic innovation. Innovation is being described as the lifeblood of any organization. This paper examines innovation and how to facilitate it within your organization
Project Management
Managing projects is the process of getting ideas to action then completion. Innovative projects need to be managed differently to that of traditional projects. This paper explains both traditional and innovation projects and aims to develop ability to apply appropriate project management tools
Empowerment
A fundamental shift is occurring within many organisations as they understand empowerment of their employees and teams is fundamental to their success. This paper studies the misconceptions of empowerment and how your organization can improve performance through empowerment
Coaching
Coaching is the common denominator for peak performers. Coaching provides people with feedback, insights and guidance from an outside perspective. This paper explores the fundamentals of coaching and how you can integrate this into your leadership
Change Management
This paper examines and integrates the latest research, development, theories and practices into a coherent formula for successfully leading change
Note: Each of these papers can be delivered as independent workshops.
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GRADUATE FEEDBACK
"The strategic leadership course represented a refreshing alternative to other business and leadership courses we reviewed.
Combining theoretical and practical aspects of understanding and leading business at both an organisational and individual levels, this course had a profound and positive impact on Pinnacles skill-base, morale, team dynamics and profitability.
I woud not hesitate in recommending this course to any person who wishes to create the capacity and capability for leadership and innovation throughout their organisation"
Ian Vickers CEO Pinnnacle
"When I started this Diploma I knew I wanted to be more than just a 'coal face worker' - I wanted to influence the direction of my organisation but I wasn't sure where to start. The Diploma has provided a framework the key elements required for organisational success. I can now influence the strategic direction of my organisation from a position of confidence and solid training.
I experienced the course as stimulating, challenging and educational - fun too! The course material provides a distillation of modern leadership theory in a concise, practical user friendly format - I know I will refer back to these notes again and again....I would recommend this to anyone wanting to be part of setting the direction for any organisation...."
Dr Kerry Macaskill-Smith | 
