Our Courses

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Writing in the Public Sector

Do you struggle to get words down on a page? Do you feel your anxiety rising when you have to write a briefing note?

Let us help make writing easier.

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Understanding Legislation

Do you know the difference between an Act, a Regulation and an Order? Does legislation feel like an impenetrable mystery that keeps standing in the way of your work?

Learn how legislation works with us.

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Machinery of Government

Do you find yourself befuddled by a barrage of acronyms like AM, WPC, OPQ, MO and BIM? Do you have new graduates or people from outside the public sector in your team?

We’ll get your people up to speed.

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Stakeholder Engagement

Have you ever offended a stakeholder to the point that they complained to your minister about you? Could you front a public meeting of angry residents?

We can teach you how.

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Political Communication

Have you ever wondered how some people seem to always turn a conversation to their angle? Are you frustrated when people spin and distract your audience from the real issues?

Find out how to cut through the spin.

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Public Sector Ethics

Do you know how to say ‘no’ to a minister, mayor or board? What would you do if your manager asks you not to worry about a statutory requirement?

Learn how to keep yourself safe with us.

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Economics for Non-Economists

Do you wonder why it is hard to convince decision makers to fund projects that are obviously a good idea? Are you being asked to frame advice around concepts like diminishing marginal returns, cost efficiency or the value of time?

Learn to do cost-benefit analysis like a pro.

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Transport Policy and Planning

Do you get flustered when people start throwing around terms like mode share, farebox recovery and induced demand? Do you need to upskill your team to manage your roading network better?

Fast track your learning with us.

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Understanding te Tiriti o Waitangi

Do you know the difference between te Tiriti articles and principles? Do you understand the role of the Waitangi Tribunal and the key findings that it has made that relate to your work?

Find the missing piece of the puzzle with us.

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AI in the Public Sector

If you work in the public sector, it is almost certain that your colleagues, staff, vendors and clients are using generative AI. You’ve probably used it too. But do you understand how it works, when it is useful, and the key risks of relying on AI?

Get a human perspective on AI.

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Making Workplaces Safer for LGBT+ People

Is your workplace safe for LGBT+ people? Do you roll out the rainbow flag for a Pride morning tea once a year, but the rest of the time you can’t tell your he/hims from your they/thems?

Make your workplace safe for everyone.

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