Upcoming Programs and Courses

Build your skills, explore key tools, and practice writing effective briefing notes.

Our flagship Executive Leadership Program (ELP) prepares federal public sector leaders across departments, and across Canada, to navigate the rapid and complex changes of our times. As leaders, you will be called to develop and implement complex new policies and programs for emerging public sector challenges. The ELP will challenge your strategic thinking, will expand your understanding of complex and challenging issues, and give you practical insight and skills to help you succeed.

This course equips mid-to-senior level policy leaders with the practical skills and knowledge needed to successfully navigate government transitions.

In this third step of our policy webinar series, you will gain the crucial knowledge and skills to enhance your policy-making skills and confidently navigate intricate policy paths. We will dive into diverse policy formulation models and understand the art of providing effective advice to decision-makers.

This course equips emerging and current frontline leaders with practical insights and tools to enhance leadership and management skills. Participants will review what is expected of them in their role as a frontline leader, approaches to personal and professional development and a pragmatic approach to delegating, managing their time and workload.

Join us for this engaging session on how AI is transforming public sector work! Explore the latest AI trends, learn how governments are adapting, and gain practical skills in prompt engineering to work smarter with AI. Whether you're new to AI or already using it, this session will help you navigate risks, harness opportunities, and enhance your day-to-day work.

Part of our Certificate program, the Front-Line Leadership Bootcamp is tailored for supervisors and managers in the public service who are focused on developing leadership skills and learning concrete tools for effective performance.

Explore and practice skills and tips on how your oral briefs can support your senior decision-makers.

This three-afternoon webinar will give you insight into the world of an executive. It will enable you, in a safe space, to practice your skills and ascertain your state of readiness for the next step in your career.

This course is specifically tailored for public servants of the Government of Canada who are involved in or interact with financial management roles.

Master the essentials of digital government, data science, global trends, technology policies, innovation, ethics, and remote team collaboration in this comprehensive course.

Review and practice the process employed in the development of MCs, as well as gain an appreciation of the purpose, structure and mandate of Cabinet and its key committees.

In this concluding webinar of our Policy series, dive into cutting-edge policy-making techniques rooted in human-centered design and behavioral insights, often known as "Nudge." Immerse yourself in hands-on exploration of innovative policy strategies and discover how to effectively apply behavioral insights to your own projects.

This dynamic course is designed specifically for frontline leaders who seek to strengthen their team leadership skills. It offers practical insights into team building, motivation, conflict resolution, and trust-building. Participants will learn effective coaching and mentoring techniques, enabling them to foster a resilient and high-performing team environment. The course covers a comprehensive set of leadership skills essential for managing and inspiring teams effectively.

The contract (or compact) between science and society is changing. The interface between science, innovation, and policy making must change, too.

We will lead you through interactive discussions and real-life case studies, and take you through the guide to preparing Treasury Board Submissions.

This course equips mid-to-senior level policy leaders with the practical skills and knowledge needed to successfully navigate government transitions.

If you work in government or in an organization that often deals with government, this webinar is a must-take to guide you through the structures, players and processes that make up government.

Review and practice the process employed in the development of MCs, as well as gain an appreciation of the purpose, structure and mandate of Cabinet and its key committees.

Build your skills, explore key tools, and practice writing effective briefing notes.