This course is part of the 21st Century Manager series. Register for the full series and save up to 10%.

The 21st Century Manager series is comprised of 6 half-day units that address core management competencies:

  • Authentic Leadership Skills for Managers
  • Managing Wellbeing
  • Managing Ethically
  • Managing Different Personalities
  • Leadership Communication Skills
  • Positive Psychology for Managers (PERMA+)

  • “Good definition of bullying and harassment to enable that when working through issues.”

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  • “[When I return to work I] plan to incorporate 'ethics' in to the regular team meetings, to develop a positive culture of open and safe communication and understanding of our responsibilities in terms of working in the Public Sector.”

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  • “The presenter is engaging and well informed on the topics in the course.”

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This course is part of the 21st Century Manager series (Online). Register for the full series and save up to 10%.

The 21st Century Manager series is comprised of 6 half-day units that address core management competencies:

  • Authentic Leadership Skills for Managers
  • Managing Wellbeing
  • Ethics in Action – Leadership Practices for the Public Sector
  • Managing Different Personalities
  • Leadership Communication Skills
  • Positive Psychology for Managers (PERMA+)

  • “[I gained] greater understanding of mental illness. How to manage this issue sensitively and positively.”

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  • “[The most positive aspect of the course was] the tool kit for how to recognise mental health issues, provide support and initiate difficult conversations.”

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  • “Excellent course very useful wish I had done it years ago.”

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  • “The presenter was able to deliver a very difficult topic in way that was both engaging and informative.”

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