A leadership program designed to help more experienced managers build high-level leadership, management

and technical skills

Program Aim

Developed in partnership with UniSA and local government experts, the Strategic Management Program (formerly known as the Professional Leaders Program) will help you build high-level leadership and management skills within a local government context, and learn the technical skills required to manage business functions and enhance innovation, strategic thinking, business acumen and operational excellence.

Topics covered in this program:

Management in the context of local government
Thinking strategically
Understanding financial reports
Operational excellence (Lean Six Sigma)

Articulation Pathways

Participants who have successfully completed both the Emerging Leaders Program* (ELP) and Strategic Management Program** (SMP) will receive status of the University of South Australia Leadership Development Program (LDP). Successful completion of the Leadership Development Program (LDP) provides participants with 2 course credits into the UniSA MBA.

If you are considering further studies, it is recommended this be discussed with UniSA to obtain their recommendations and assistance.

Key Dates

If you are interested in the Strategic Management Program. Please express your interest for the 2024 intake.

Express your interest

To request a copy of the recording of the virtual information session, held on Thursday 20 October, please email Eve Jackson at eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au.

Resources

Contact

Eve Jackson
Training Support Officer
e: eve@lgprofessionalssa.org.au
p: 08 8224 2092

Mailing Address: 148 Frome Street ADELAIDE SA 5000 Phone: 08 8224 2080 Email: admin@lgprofessionalssa.org.au