Learning Lab
Learning Lab Course Schedule
All our courses are taught by leading experts in their field. We feature guest speakers, action-oriented case studies and exercises with the goal of enhancing learning from concept to solution, thus inspiring transformative and practical change.
FREE: Post-course reality check session on lessons learned when theory is put to practice.
Discounts are available, for groups and individuals taking multiple courses. Please contact for more information.
For more information, contact Olga Arnaudova at oarnaudova@iog.ca or 613-562-0090 Ext. 228.
Leading Change in a DRAP World | |
You can still meet your goals with 90% of your budget. Courses in this series will give participants the tools they need to make sure the organization can thrive even with fewer resources. | |
How to make sure your staff understands, supports and is part of the process. | |
Understanding the new meaning of risk and how to manage it with a reduced budget. | |
Financial Management and Accountability How financial management and accountability frameworks can support change. |
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How to ensure high performance with fewer resources. | |
Understanding the basics of process management. | |
Redesigning organizational processes to increase efficiencies. Prerequisite: Getting to 5%. | |
Surviving the System | |
Participants who take these courses will learn how to navigate the Government of Canada to achieve their goals. | |
Developing the Business Case for Social Media Building the business case for Web 2.0 and social media applications. | |
Demystifying the Treasury Board Submission Process Making submission writing a breeze. | |
The Memorandum to Cabinet Process Writing MCs that Ministers will love. | |
The Expenditure Management System Understanding and working with EMS. | |
Understanding how to work within the structures, processes and players of the Canadian political system. | |
Strengthening Your Political Savvy Understanding how to navigate the political - public service interface. | |
Policy | |
Participants who take courses in this series will learn how to make sense of, and succeed in, the changing public policy landscape. | |
Policy I : Introduction to Policy Making How to develop policy in the Government of Canada. | |
Policy II - Building Policy Making Skills How to frame and position your policy successfully against competing policy priorities. | |
Practical strategies for working together to develop an effective, common approach to achieve results. | |
Policy implications of an aging population. |
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Essential Skills for Career Success | |
Participants of courses in this series will enhance their management skills. | |
Making the most out of every meeting. | |
Introduction to tools and techniques for making the best decision. | |
Applying the tools and techniques for successful decision-making. | |
Getting your message across to colleagues, superiors, Ministers, etc. | |
Governance | |
Good governance can increase internal management efficiency and improve relationships between organizations. Participants who take courses in this series will learn how to build governance capacity to achieve results. | |
Foundations of Governance for Public Institutions Strategies for improving governance capacity in your organization. | |
Understanding the legal, contractual and financial issues involved in creating P3 projects. | |
Values and Ethics in the 21st Century Changing values for a changing public sector? | |
Aboriginal | |
Courses in this series have been developed for those working in or with Aboriginal organizations to improve Aboriginal well being. | |
Building governance capacity considering the roles of government, Aboriginal communities and stakeholders. | |
Essential Background for Working on Aboriginal Issues Overview of the major Aboriginal organizations in Canada and key considerations regarding consultation practices. | |
Indigenous Law and Governance in the International Context – Implications for Canada Overview of the major Aboriginal organizations in Canada and key considerations regarding consultation practices. | |
