Strategic Leadership: Vision, Influence, and Impact
Lead with clarity and purpose. Advanced tools, tips, and techniques for senior leaders.
Course overview
In today’s complex and fast-moving environment, senior leaders need more than operational expertise—they need strategic vision, the ability to influence at all levels, and the confidence to lead lasting change. Delivered over three months, ‘Strategic Leadership: Vision, Influence, and Impact’ is a three-day course designed to build these critical capabilities through practical, hands-on learning experience, reflective activities, and peer discussions that bring leadership theory to life.
This course is ideal for experienced leaders and senior managers in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors who are ready to sharpen their strategic thinking and expand their leadership impact.
By the end of the course, participants will have greater clarity of vision, stronger influencing skills, and practical strategies to lead with purpose and deliver results in their own organisational context.
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What you'll learn
- Develop self-leadership skills for personal growth and effectiveness.
- Create and communicate a compelling vision for your team or organisation.
- Build strong rapport and trust with team members and stakeholders.
- Lead high-performing teams that achieve exceptional results.
- Master the art of storytelling to inspire and influence others.
- Embrace a culture of continuous improvement for ongoing leadership development.
- Translate organisational strategy into actionable plans for strategic impact.
Course modules
Day 1
- Investing in Your Most Important Asset – Self-Leadership: In this foundational session, you will discover the importance of self-leadership and how it impacts your effectiveness as a strategic leader.
- Creating and Communicating Your Vision: In this session, you will learn how to craft a compelling vision and communicate it effectively to inspire and align your team.
Day 2
- Building Rapport: Leadership thrives on strong relationships. In this interactive module, you will explore the art of building rapport and fostering trust among your team members and key stakeholders.
- High-Performing Teams: A high-performing team is the backbone of effective leadership. In this module, you will delve into the dynamics of team development, collaboration, and motivation.
Day 3
- The Power of Storytelling: Stories have the power to captivate, inspire, and drive action. This module will teach you the art of storytelling as a leadership tool.
- Continuous Improvement: Leadership is an evolving journey. In this module, you will embrace the concept of continuous improvement, both personally and within your team.
- Translating Strategy into Action: Strategic thinking and execution are vital leadership skills. In this module, you will learn how to translate organisational strategies into actionable plans.
Further Information
Format
This course is delivered as a three-day in-person workshop at our Wellington venue. It includes a mix of facilitator-led sessions, small-group exercises, and whole-group discussion. Group size is limited to 16 participants to ensure meaningful interaction and personal feedback. Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are provided to support networking and collaboration.
What You'll Receive
You will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a Wellington Uni-Professional digital badge. These include the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours completed, making them suitable for recognition by professional organisations and employers.
Here's what others are saying
“I absolutely loved the Strategic Leadership: Vision, Influence, and Impact course! It’s designed to equip leaders with the skills and mindset to drive meaningful change. Over three days, I gained confidence in leading by focusing on self-leadership, creating and articulating a compelling vision for my team, and fostering an environment where people feel empowered and safe. One of my biggest takeaways was that leadership isn’t always about being at the front, it’s also about standing side by side with your team or supporting from behind. I really appreciated the course structure being spread across three months; it gave me time to reflect, apply what I learned, and stay excited for what was coming next.”
“The Strategic Leadership: Vision, Influence and Impact course was incredibly valuable in strengthening my ability to lead with clarity and boosting my confidence. It provided practical frameworks for shaping my vision, influencing stakeholders, and driving meaningful impact across the organization. Andrew was an outstanding tutor—his depth of knowledge, engaging delivery, and real-world examples made complex concepts easy to apply back in my day to day. I left the course feeling inspired and equipped with actionable strategies to elevate my leadership.”
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