Target Audience Early career business professionals, graduates or anyone aiming to behave, communicate and orient themselves appropriately in professional settings. Duration 1 Day Course Overview Business etiquette refers to the set of manners and behaviors (also referred to as the hidden curriculum) that are accepted or required in a professional setting. How does one establish a personal brand that fits within appropriate organisational brand and culture? This course answers that and more. It equips learners to contribute to their organisation in a highly professional and mutually respectful manner, using effective communication methods that scaffold positive relationships and facilitate productivity. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Explain the importance of business etiquette Define personal and organisational brand and explore their relationship Demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally across all modes Apply social and emotional intelligence in professional relationship contexts Participate in and run meetings that are effective and professional Consider multi-cultural and other aspects of diversity during communication
Course Overview The ability for an organisation to adapt and innovate is reliant on the capacity of individuals to leverage design practices and innovation techniques that focus on optimizing for the humans who will use the solutions. This course addresses all the above explicitly. Designed by Learning Designers who have been practicing specific context set Design Thinking principles for learning, for almost 30 years together with Doctoral level learning qualifications. This course goes beyond the theory and provides practical methods and frameworks that you can apply back in the workplace. All specific to and designed for Business Professionals. Key Outcomes -Focus in on solving the actual problem by clarifying the scope and drivers -Define your audience and their needs better using design thinking techniques -Apply research methods to gather information on business problems in context -Develop hypothesis and use ideation brainstorming techniques to innovate -Build a concept or prototype and test it based on your hypothesis Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort or Occasional Limited Public Schedule Duration 1 Day Target Audience Business professionals who wish to use a structured design thinking approach to build innovative human-centric solutions.
Course Overview This course equips individuals with a framework and toolkit to analyse information, identify patterns, and draw logical conclusions based on that information, using both qualitative and quantitative methods. It is an important skill that enables individuals to make sense of complex information and problems and hence make informed decisions. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes -Identify the decisions that you or your team are making that require an evidence-based approach -Apply a quantitative analysis technique to draw insights and conclusions -Apply a qualitative analysis technique to draw insights and conclusions -Synthesis and present your findings Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort or Occasional Limited Public Schedule Duration 4 Hrs Target Audience Business professionals, leaders & executives aiming to sharpen their analytical thinking skills.
Course Overview Problem solving is a critical skill for individuals because it allows them to identify and resolve complex and ambiguous issues that may be hindering their success. This course will provide individuals with a structured and collaborative approach to solving problems that draws upon the disciplines and skills within the Adaptive Organisation Framework, such as design thinking, systems thinking, analytical thinking and more. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes -Examine the problem landscape, scope and constraints -Identify the core actors, their goals & pain points -Research the current state issues using data-driven methods and qualitative inquiry -Identify the root cause of the problem -Defining and evaluating solutions Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort Duration 4 Hrs Target Audience Business professionals, leaders & executives looking to effectively solve problems in complex or ambiguous contexts.
Target Audience Business professionals from a broad range of industries looking to understand and implement sustainability practices within their commercial environments. Duration 1 Day Course Overview This course provides participants with a comprehensive exploration of environmental sustainability and its relevance and implications within the commercial sector. The course will cover key concepts, practices, and strategies that can help businesses operate sustainably while maintaining profitability and competitiveness. Participants will learn how to integrate sustainability into their business operations, making informed decisions that benefit both the environment and their organisation. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Explain the fundamental principles and impacts of environmental sustainability. Identify the benefits and challenges of implementing sustainable practices in business. Develop and prioritise strategies for reducing environmental footprints in various industries. Integrate sustainability into business strategy and operations, including conducting a business benefits analysis.
Course Overview Effective use of technology in adaptive organisations is critical for innovation, collaboration and efficiency. By reflectively examining the patterns and pitfalls of technology usage, individuals can identify how they can best harness the latest tools and platforms to increase the quality and effectiveness of their effort. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes -Examine the current technology landscape -Identify bottlenecks and issues with current tools & processes -Collectively explore new tools and platforms -Prioritise & plan adoption of new technology Format F2F or Virtual Delivery Mode Closed Cohort Duration 4 Hrs Target Audience Business professionals, leaders & executives looking to drive innovation through creative use of technology in complex or ambiguous contexts.
Target Audience Business professionals of all levels who are undertaking menteeship as part of their personal and professional development. Duration 1 Day Course Overview This course prepares mentees to actively engage in the mentoring process that supports their development. It provides mentees with insights into the mentoring program structure, expectations of mentors and mentees, and strategies to maximise their learning and development outcomes. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Participate fully in the mentoring program and meet the expectations of mentees. Build a strong relationship with your mentor. Optimise the value from development-focused conversations and activities with your mentor. Collaboratively develop action plans, and grow through their implementation.
Target Audience Mid- to senior-level managers, team leaders, and executives who are responsible for performance management and seek to enhance their coaching skills to drive both individual and team success. Duration 1 Day Course Overview This course equips leaders with the skills and mindset to effectively manage and coach performance in their teams, using an appreciative and strengths-based approach rooted in Positive Organizational Scholarship. Leaders will learn how to foster high performance, address underperformance constructively, and promote continuous improvement. By leveraging the Leadership Tension Lens, participants will navigate the challenges of balancing individual and team performance with organizational goals, while maintaining a culture of positivity, resilience, and growth. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Define Role of Performance Coaching in Leadership: Shifting from Supervision to Empowerment Apply Positive Organizational Scholarship: An Appreciative Framework for Performance Coaching Aligning Individual and Team Performance with Organizational Vision Apply Tailored Coaching to Individual Strengths and Development Needs Define a Culture of High Performance: Leading by Example and Setting the Tone Embed a culture of feedback and Continuous Improvement
Target Audience Business professionals, leaders & executives aiming to participate effectively with a group of people towards an outcome. Duration 1 Day Course Overview Team building and collaboration involves strengthening team participation by forming bonds and connections that enable the most productive approaches to working together as a group to achieve a common goal. By operating effectively within a team, employees will be more efficient and productive in their collaboration, leading to stronger relationships, satisfaction and overall success. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Participate in high-performing teams Define your role and responsibilities within a team Explore and work towards common goals Give and receive feedback productively Manage any conflicts that may arise Develop productive relationships and seek support as needed
Target Audience Business professionals, leaders & executives aiming to develop their awareness of, and connection to self and others in complex or ambiguous contexts. Duration 1 Day Course Overview Adaptive social and emotional skills enable individuals to build social connections and regulate their emotions effectively in order to work well with others in an evolving organisational context. This involves strengthening emotional intelligence and shifting their mindset to become open, collaborative and focussed on forming value-driving partnerships. This course is designed by highly qualified learning design experts, assisted and guided by a Doctoral & Masters level leadership team. Working closely with subject matter leaders with extensive domain experience, this course is built on sound academic rigour and applied real world experience. Run in a cohort-based, activity-led format, it goes beyond theory to provide practical methods and frameworks that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Key Outcomes Exploring your own Emotional Intelligence Identifying common ground Gaining trust, respect and commitment Applying assertive techniques to manage and resolve conflicts