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Public Sector Leadership: Strategies for Effective Governance

Intensive 5-day course · English, Arabic & European languages

Public officials, department managers and emerging leaders examine governance and leadership responsibilities in a 5-day programme. Delegates work on strategic decisions, stakeholder communication and team development before considering innovation and change. Ethical accountability and sustainability accompany cases and simulations, with individual action plans for leadership development and outcomes that serve citizens.

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  • 26–30 Oct 2026Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 9–13 Nov 2026Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 23–27 Nov 2026Dubai£4,200 + VAT
  • 14–18 Dec 2026Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 28 Dec – 1 Jan 2026Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 4–8 Jan 2027Paris£3,600 + VAT
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  • 22–26 Mar 2027Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 12–16 Apr 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 26–30 Apr 2027Cairo£2,280 + VAT
  • 10–14 May 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 24–28 May 2027Jeddah£4,200 + VAT
  • 7–11 Jun 2027Paris£3,600 + VAT
  • 21–25 Jun 2027Singapore£4,200 + VAT
  • 5–9 Jul 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 19–23 Jul 2027Muscat£3,080 + VAT
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  • 23–27 Aug 2027Casablanca£2,280 + VAT
  • 13–17 Sep 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027Manama£3,080 + VAT
  • 11–15 Oct 2027Rome£3,400 + VAT
  • 25–29 Oct 2027Amman£3,400 + VAT
  • 1–5 Nov 2027Paris£3,600 + VAT
  • 15–19 Nov 2027Madrid£3,400 + VAT
  • 6–10 Dec 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 20–24 Dec 2027Berlin£3,400 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

Can't make these dates? We can run this course for your team on dates that suit you. Ask for custom dates · In-house options

Online (live)

With a trainer, on dates to suit your team

This course can be taught live online by a trainer, in English, Arabic or any European language, for one person or a whole team.

£1,850 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

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Course overview

Public sector leaders manage organisational complexity while making decisions that affect citizens. The programme connects integrity and good governance with the practical work of building trust, influencing change and inspiring teams. Day 1 compares public and private sector leadership and considers leadership styles, their effects and ethical decisions.

Strategy needs judgement. Day 2 addresses planning, critical thinking and problem solving, including the balance between policy priorities and limited resources. Communication on Day 3 covers transparency and stakeholder relationships inside and outside the organisation, together with public perceptions and expectations, conflict and collaboration.

Innovation and change occupy Day 4, including resistance, agile teams and adaptability. Cases illustrate change initiatives and leadership practice. The closing work connects accountability and anti-corruption measures with sustainability in governance strategies. Role-play and simulations provide practice in decisions and problem solving, while action planning supports individual leadership strategies and sustainable public sector outcomes.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1. Explain the challenges and opportunities specific to public sector leadership
  2. Develop strategic thinking and decisions for complex governance issues
  3. Build communication and stakeholder engagement strategies
  4. Encourage innovation, collaboration and team development
  5. Apply ethical principles and promote governance accountability
  6. Lead change initiatives for sustainable public sector outcomes

Target competencies

  • Strategic leadership and decisions
  • Ethical governance and accountability
  • Stakeholder relationships and engagement
  • Innovation and management of change
  • Collaborative team leadership
  • Communication and influence

Who should attend

This course suits:

  • Senior officials and policymakers in the public sector
  • Heads and managers of government departments
  • Professionals working in administration and governance
  • Emerging leaders preparing for senior public sector roles
  • Advisers and consultants working with government entities

Training methodology

  • Interactive lectures address leadership and governance; group discussions exchange experiences and insights.
  • Cases examine successful public sector leadership, and role-play and simulations practise decisions and problem solving.
  • Action-planning exercises develop individual leadership strategies.

Daily agenda

  1. Day 1

    Leadership roles and governance principles

    • Leadership's contribution to effective governance
    • Differences between public and private sector leadership
    • Good governance and ethical decision-making principles
    • Leadership styles and their effects
  2. Day 2

    Strategic judgement and resource choices

    • Strategic planning for the public sector
    • Problem solving and critical thinking
    • Balancing policy priorities against resource constraints
    • Cases of strategic decision making
  3. Day 3

    Communication, trust and stakeholder relationships

    • Communication that supports trust and transparency
    • Engaging internal and external stakeholders
    • Managing public expectations and perceptions
    • Handling conflicts and supporting collaboration
  4. Day 4

    Innovation, adaptability and change

    • Encouraging innovation in public organisations
    • Addressing resistance to change
    • Developing agile, adaptable teams
    • Examples of successful change initiatives
  5. Day 5

    Accountable leadership and sustainable governance

    • Accountability and measures against corruption
    • Sustainability within governance strategies
    • Lessons from public sector leadership cases
    • An action plan for leadership development

Certificate

Every delegate who completes the course receives an ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?

Choose a date and city in the schedule and press Register, or send us an enquiry. Our team confirms your place and sends an invoice.

Are fees shown with VAT?

Fees are shown per delegate and exclude VAT, which is added to the invoice where applicable.

Can this course be delivered for our team only?

Yes. Any ARUK course can be delivered in-house at your premises, in a meeting room we book for you, or 1-to-1.

Is this course available online?

Yes. We run it live online with a trainer, on dates that suit your team, for £1,850 + VAT per delegate.

Is there a group discount?

Yes. 20% for 2 delegates, 35% for 3 delegates and 50% for 5 or more delegates on the same course.

Can the course be delivered in Arabic or another language?

Yes. Our courses can be delivered in English, Arabic or any European language, by a trainer who teaches in that language. Mention your preferred language when you register or enquire.

What certificate will I receive?

An ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

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Key booking terms (read before you register)
  • The full fee is paid in advance, before the course starts.
  • Cancel in writing 30 or more days before the start date (45 for in-house) for a refund. Later than that, the full fee is payable.
  • No refund for non-attendance or partial attendance.
  • Places are for the named delegate only; another person cannot attend instead.
  • Moving to another date or city is only possible if ARUK agrees in writing.
  • Travel, accommodation and visas are your responsibility. A refused visa does not change the cancellation terms.

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