People & Organisation
Courses Offered for All Sectors
Popular Courses
- PO101A: Strategic Leadership (5 days)
- PO301A: Strategic Management (5 Days)
- PO601A: Change Management (5 Days)
- PO601B: Change Leadership (5 Days)
- PO601C: Organisational Culture and Behaviour (5 Days)
- PO601D: Change and Transformation-Executive Course (1 to 5 Days)
- PO102A: Human Resource Management (5 Days)
- PO103A: Gender and Organisation Course (5 Days)
- PO102A: Women in Defence Course (5 days)
- PO302A: Performance Management (3 Days)
- PO303B: Managing High Performing Teams (3 Days)
- PO304A: Teambuilding (3 Days)
- PO701A: Strategic Communication (3 Days)
- PO305A: Collaboration and Relationship Building (5 Days)
- PO305B: Negotiation (5 Days)
- PO307A: Management Essential – Mid Level Managers (2 days)
- PO308A: Wargaming Course
Specialized Courses (Continued Professional Development)
PO310A: Foundations of Strategic Communication (2-Day Tutorial and Workshop)
- Definition & Importance of Strategic Communication
- The Role of Communication in National Security & Defense
- Psychological & Behavioural Aspects of Communication
- Developing a Strategic Communication Plan
- Aligning Messaging with Organizational Goals
- Identifying Key Audiences & Stakeholders
PO320A: Media & Public Relations Management (3-Day Tutorial and Workshop)
- Engaging with Traditional & Digital Media
- Crisis Communication & Reputation Management
- Handling Misinformation & Media Narratives
- Psychological Operations (PSYOPS) & Influence Strategies
- Countering Disinformation & Foreign Influence
- Case Studies of Information Warfare
- Social Media as a Strategic Tool
- Monitoring & Countering Online Narratives
- Data Analytics for Communication Impact Assessment
PO330A: Crisis & Risk Communication (2-Day Workshop)
- Rapid Response Communication Strategies
- Managing Public Perception in Times of Crisis
- Communicating Under Uncertainty & High-Risk Situations
PO340A: Leadership & Internal Communication (3-Day Workshop)
- Communication for Organizational Cohesion
- Strategic Messaging in Military & Government Agencies
- Ethical Considerations in Internal Messaging
- Cultural Sensitivity & Effective Messaging
- Public Diplomacy & Global Influence Strategies
- Communication in Multinational Operations & Alliance
PO321B: Narrative & Strategic Messaging (5 – 15 Day tailored course)
- Crafting a compelling national identity and global image
- Aligning communication with national security and foreign policy objectives
- Case studies of successful national narratives
- Identifying and mitigating foreign influence campaigns
- Strategies to combat misinformation and propaganda
- Role of social media and AI in modern information warfare
- Government communication strategies during crises (wars, pandemics, economic shocks)
- Building public trust and managing uncertainty
- Effective coordination between government, media, and private sector
- Soft power strategies and global perception management
- Diplomatic messaging in multilateral engagements
- Role of cultural diplomacy, media, and international partnerships
- Military information operations and psychological operations (PSYOPS)
- Communicating national defence policies and deterrence strategies
- Civil-military relations and defence transparency
PO333A: Introduction to Strategic Management (3 day workshop)
- Defining Strategic Management: Concepts, Importance, and Benefits
- Levels of Strategy: Corporate, Business, and Functional Strategies
- The Role of Strategic Management in Organizational Success
- Key Phases of the Strategic Management Process: Analysis, Formulation, Implementation, and Evaluation
- Developing Vision, Mission, and Organizational Objectives
- Strategic Decision-Making and Leadership in Organizations
- Conducting External Analysis: PESTEL (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, Legal) Analysis
- Internal Analysis: SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats)
- Porter's Five Forces Framework for Industry Analysis
- Competitor Analysis and Benchmarking
- Defining Competitive Advantage and Sources of Advantage (Cost Leadership, Differentiation)
- Creating Value Through Innovation, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction
- Sustainable Competitive Advantage: How to Maintain It
PO333B: Corporate Strategy Formulation (2-day workshop)
- Strategic Options: Growth Strategies, Stability Strategies, Retrenchment Strategies
- Mergers, Acquisitions, and Strategic Alliances
- Diversification and Vertical Integration
PO333C: Business Strategy (3-Day Workshop)
- Developing Business-Level Strategies: Cost Leadership, Differentiation, and Focus
- Competitive Strategy and Responding to Industry Dynamics
- Case Studies in Business-Level Strategy Implementation
- Translating Strategy into Action: Setting Goals, Objectives, and Performance Metrics
- Organizational Structure, Culture, and Leadership Alignment for Strategy Execution
- Resource Allocation and Budgeting in Strategy Implementation
PO343A: Organizational Change and Adaptation (5-Day Workshop)
- Managing Change: The Role of Strategic Leadership in Organizational Transformation
- Overcoming Resistance to Change
- Agile and Flexible Strategies for a Changing Business Environment
- The Role of Innovation in Strategic Management
- Leveraging Technology and Digital Transformation for Competitive Advantage
- Strategies for Developing a Culture of Innovation
PO353A: Strategic Control and Evaluation (3 Day Workshop)
- Performance Measurement and Control Systems: KPIs and Balanced Scorecard
- Strategy Evaluation: Key Success Factors and Corrective Actions
- Continuous Improvement and Organizational Learning in Strategic Management
- Strategic Approaches for Entering and Competing in Global Markets
- Cross-Cultural Management and Global Leadership
- Adapting Strategy for Different Regional, National, and International Contexts
PO355A: Corporate Social Responsibility & Ethics in Strategy (3-day Course)
- The Role of CSR in Strategic Management
- Ethical Decision-Making in Strategy Formulation and Implementation
- Integrating Sustainability into Business Strategy
5. Strategic Risk Management (2-Day Workshop)
- Identifying and Managing Strategic Risks: Political, Economic, and Market Risks
- Crisis Management and Contingency Planning
- Scenario Planning and Risk Mitigation Strategies
PO355A: Leadership and Strategic Management (5-Day Workshop)
- Leadership Theories and Their Application in Strategic Management
- Developing Strategic Leadership Capabilities in Organizations
- Aligning Leadership with Organizational Strategy and Vision
- Real-World Case Studies of Successful and Failed Strategies (e.g., Apple, Kodak, GE)
- Analysis of Strategic Failures and Lessons Learned
- Emerging Challenges in Strategic Management (e.g., AI, Globalization, Sustainability)
Defence and Security Courses
PO110A: Introduction to Ethics in Defense (3-day Workshop)
- Defining Ethics: Core Concepts and Relevance to Military Operations
- The Role of Ethics in Shaping Military Culture and Leadership
- Understanding Moral Challenges in Combat and Defense Operations
- Major Ethical Theories: Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics, and Ethics of Care
- Applying Ethical Frameworks to Leadership Decisions in the Defense Sector
- Ethical Dilemmas: How to Navigate Conflicts Between Duty, Law, and Morality
PO110B: Military Ethics and the Laws of Armed Conflict (2-day Workshop)
- International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Geneva Conventions, Rules of Engagement (ROE), and the Laws of War
- Ethical Considerations in Combat: Protection of Civilians, Non-combatants, and Prisoners of War
- Just War Theory: Moral Justification for the Use of Force in Military Operations
PO111A: Leadership and Accountability in the Military (3-Day Workshop)
- Ethical Leadership: Characteristics, Responsibilities, and Expectations of Military Leaders
- Accountability in Leadership: Decision-Making, Responsibility, and Ethical Consequences
- Case Studies in Military Leadership Failures and Ethical Accountability (e.g., My Lai Massacre, Abu Ghraib)
PO111B: The Ethics of Command: Orders, Obedience, and Disobedience (2-Day Workshop)
- The Ethical Responsibility of Following Orders: Nuremberg Principles and the Duty to Disobey Unlawful Orders
- Moral Courage and Leadership: Making Difficult Ethical Decisions Under Pressure
- The Role of Leadership in Preventing War Crimes and Ensuring Ethical Conduct
PO112A: Building Ethical Cultures in Defense Organizations (3-day workshop)
- Leadership's Role in Fostering an Ethical Organizational Culture
- Ethical Training and Education: Creating Awareness and Promoting Ethical Behavior
- Establishing Systems for Whistleblowing, Reporting Unethical Behavior, and Protecting Ethical Conduct
- Ethical Challenges in Military Operations
- Ethics of Surveillance, Targeting, and Drone Strikes: The Balance Between Security and Civil Liberties
- Managing Collateral Damage: Ethical Implications in Urban Warfare and Precision Strikes
- The Use of Technology: Cyber Warfare, Autonomous Weapons, and Ethical Boundaries
PO112B: Conflict of Interest and Professional Integrity in Military Leadership (Flexible)
- Navigating Conflicts of Interest in Defense Contracts, Procurement, and International Relations
- Maintaining Professional Integrity in the Face of Pressure and Political Influence
- Building Trust in Military Leadership and Defense Institutions
- Leadership Styles: Transformational, Servant, and Transactional Leadership in the Military
- The Ethical Dimensions of Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Organizational Culture
- Leading by Example: Ethical Leadership as a Tool for Effective Command and Influence
- Military Ethics in Multinational Operations
- Ethical Challenges in Coalition Operations: Different National Cultures, Ethical Standards, and ROE
- Coordinating Ethical Decisions Amongst Different Military Forces and Civilian Agencies
- Case Studies in Multinational Military Operations and the Ethics of Cooperation
PO113A: Leadership, Morality, and the Management of Military Resources (3-Day Course)
- Ethical Resource Management: Equitable Allocation of Military Resources and Personnel
- Balancing Combat Readiness with the Welfare and Well-being of Service Members
- Leadership and Decision-Making in Military Procurement, Budgeting, and Logistics
- Ethics and Leadership in Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Operations
- Leading in Post-Conflict Environments: Ethical Considerations in Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
- Peacekeeping Ethics: Maintaining Neutrality and Respecting Local Cultures
- Leadership in Conflict Resolution and Managing Military-Political Relationships
PO113B: Case Studies in Ethics and Leadership (2-Day Workshop)
- Examining Real-World Ethical Dilemmas and Leadership Responses in Military Operations (e.g., Kosovo, Iraq War, Afghanistan)
- Lessons Learned from Ethical Failures in the Military and Their Impact on Leadership
- Success Stories of Ethical Leadership in Conflict Zones
- The Use of Technology: Cyber Warfare, Autonomous Weapons, and Ethical Boundaries
PO114A: The Ethics of War and Peace (5-Day Workshop)
- The Role of Military Leaders in Promoting Peacebuilding and Diplomatic Solutions
- Ethical Challenges in Transitioning from Combat to Post-Conflict Peacebuilding
- Leadership in Preventing War and Managing Long-Term Peacekeeping Efforts
- Developing Ethical Leadership in Defense Organizations
- Training and Mentorship Programs for Developing Ethical Leaders in the Military
- Creating Ethical Leadership Models: Case Studies from Leading Military Forces
- Ensuring Long-Term Ethical Sustainability and Leadership Development in Defense
PO115A: Conflict of Interest and Professional Integrity in Military Leadership (5-Day Course)
- Navigating Conflicts of Interest in Defense Contracts, Procurement, and International Relations
- Maintaining Professional Integrity in the Face of Pressure and Political Influence
- Building Trust in Military Leadership and Defense Institutions
- Leadership Styles: Transformational, Servant, and Transactional Leadership in the Military
- The Ethical Dimensions of Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Organizational Culture
- Leading by Example: Ethical Leadership as a Tool for Effective Command and Influence
- Military Ethics in Multinational Operations
- Ethical Challenges in Coalition Operations: Different National Cultures, Ethical Standards, and ROE
- Coordinating Ethical Decisions Amongst Different Military Forces and Civilian Agencies
- Case Studies in Multinational Military Operations and the Ethics of Cooperation
PO115B: Leadership, Morality, and the Management of Military Resources (5-Day Workshop)
- Ethical Resource Management: Equitable Allocation of Military Resources and Personnel
- Balancing Combat Readiness with the Welfare and Well-being of Service Members
- Leadership and Decision-Making in Military Procurement, Budgeting, and Logistics
PO116A: Ethics and Leadership in Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Operations
- Leading in Post-Conflict Environments: Ethical Considerations in Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
- Peacekeeping Ethics: Maintaining Neutrality and Respecting Local Cultures
- Leadership in Conflict Resolution and Managing Military-Political Relationships
PO117A: The Ethics of War and Peace (2-Day course)
- The Role of Military Leaders in Promoting Peacebuilding and Diplomatic Solutions
- The Role of Military Leaders in Promoting Peacebuilding Ethical Challenges in Transitioning from Combat to Post-Conflict Peacebuilding
- Leadership in Preventing War and Managing Long-Term Peacekeeping Efforts
PO117B: Developing Ethical Leadership in Defense Organizations (2-Day Course)
- Training and Mentorship Programs for Developing Ethical Leaders in the Military
- Creating Ethical Leadership Models: Case Studies from Leading Military Forces
- Ensuring Long-Term Ethical Sustainability and Leadership Development in Defense
PO117C: Case Studies in Ethics and Leadership (1-Day Course)
- Examining Real-World Ethical Dilemmas and Leadership Responses in Military Operations (e.g., Kosovo, Iraq War, Afghanistan)
- Lessons Learned from Ethical Failures in the Military and Their Impact on Leadership
- Success Stories of Ethical Leadership in Conflict Zones
Flexible Courses for All Sectors
Our courses are specifically tailored for all sectors
Our CPD courses are available as short masterclasses or week-long courses.
For a list of off-the-shelf courses please see course tables in respective sections.
All courses can be adapted to your bespoke requirement for content and duration, we can advise you on comprehensive solutions for your needs. Please contact us with your specific needs and course elements you are interested in.
Our delivery team includes deep subject experts and well established practitioners who provide a well-rounded experience to our clients.
All courses are available in a variety of formats such as Workshops; Lectures & Discussion; Scenario-based Exercises; Seminars or a combination of these.
We deliver our courses face to face, online or in a blended format. Courses may be run at our facility in Cirencester, in neutral venues, or at your facility (please contact us to discuss feasibility).
