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Public Sector Professional Masterclass

Extend your knowledge and understanding of policy analysis with these advanced techniques and frameworks. In partnership with FrankCapability.

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24 Mar 2026
31 Mar 2026
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Location
Online
Duration
1 Day

Course overview

This course helps you build the technical skills for advising on more complex problems and the commissioning and influencing skills you need to work at a more senior level. You’ll learn how to apply intervention logic to real problems, and how to commission and influence others effectively to achieve the outcomes that matter.
The course is designed for public sector advisors with at least five years’ experience who are ready to take on more senior responsibilities.

Facilitated by

Joanne Dow

FACILITATOR

What you'll learn

By attending this course, you will learn:

  • how to apply intervention logic to your issue

Course modules

Module one: Systems intervention logic

Develop confidence in applying intervention logic to policy and advisory work through comprehensive theory and practical application.

Module two: Commission and influence well

  • Develop expertise in commissioning and reverse commissioning, adapting your approach when priorities change.
  • Strengthen your ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders to facilitate timely delivery of quality work.
  • Apply practical approaches for formulating free, frank and framed advice

Further Information

You will learn through facilitator-led sessions where you can ask questions, share experiences and work through real challenges together. We provide all the supporting resources needed.
The course consists of two three-hour modules.

Upcoming Courses & Delivery Options

24 Mar 2026 | Online

Duration: 1 Day

Sessions
Session 1 | 24 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 2 | 26 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 3 | 30 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 1 | 24 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 2 | 26 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Session 3 | 30 Mar 2:00pm - 4:00pm

$NZD 895

excl. GST

31 Mar 2026 | Wellington

Duration: 1 Day

Sessions
Session 1 | 31 Mar 9:30am - 4:30pm
Session 1 | 31 Mar 9:30am - 4:30pm

$NZD 950

excl. GST

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