Public Leadership Development Courses

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Monday 16th March 2026, 9am to 4.30pm

Where: Canterbury Club, 129 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand

Meet the Trainer - Marina Shearer Marina has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, and is based in Waiau, North Canterbury.  Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Wednesday 18th March 2026, 9am to 4.30pm

Where: Taranaki Chamber of Commerce, Devon Street, New Plymouth

Trainer – Tim Waite Tim became an Authorised Consulting Affiliate for Blanchard® Aotearoa New Zealand in 2021 and is based in Hāwera. The ability to offer world class leadership programmes in his local region and providing small business owners the same opportunities as larger corporates is something he prides himself in.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Thursday 9th April 2026, 9am to 4.30pm

Where:  To Be Confirmed

Trainer – Tim Waite Tim became an Authorised Consulting Affiliate for Blanchard® Aotearoa New Zealand in 2021 and is based in Hāwera. The ability to offer world class leadership programmes in his local region and providing small business owners the same opportunities as larger corporates is something he prides himself in.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

SLII® is a proven, time-tested leadership model that has been used to train over 5 million managers in the world’s most respected organisations. In this two-day workshop, you’ll learn a fresh language of leadership that’ll boost both the quality and quantity of your conversations with your team. You’ll accelerate their development, lift their performance, and support their autonomy—setting everyone up for success.

After completing this course, participants will be trained to

• Compare how you see your leadership style with the views of your boss, colleagues, and team members
• Develop competent and committed team members by accurately diagnosing their development stage and adapting your leadership style accordingly
• Agree on the right level of direction and support to help your people reach their goals
• Apply SLII concepts to real-life situations using case studies, games, and video scenarios

Delivery: Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th April 2026, 8.30am to 5.00pm daily

Where: 129 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013

Meet the Trainer - Marina Shearer Marina has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, and is based in Waiau, North Canterbury.  Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

The SLII Experience™ uses game-changing techniques that fully immerse learners in SLII, making it both deep and effective. This award-winning, dynamic design can be facilitated by you — once you’ve completed our The Training for Trainers (T4T) programme. The T4T course thoroughly prepares future facilitators, helping them feel confident, motivated, and ready to deliver The SLII Experience in their organisations.

Prerequisite:  Trainers must complete The SLII Experience™ workshop before attending Training for Trainers.

When:  Thursday 30th April & Friday 1st May 2026

Where:  To be Confirmed

Trainer:  Robert Bryce is an SLII® Master Trainer based in Auckland, passionate and enthusiastic about his work. His goal is to help people become self-reliant, effective leaders. Robert enjoys partnering with teams to build a strong culture, clear purpose, and values that drive high performance.

Download the Programme Overview Here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Thursday 21st May 2026, 9.00am to 4.30pm

Where:  To be Confirmed

Trainer:  Dave Cordery is a Consulting Partner and Master Trainer passionate about transforming leadership and unlocking both personal and organisational potential.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

SLII® is a proven, time-tested leadership model that has been used to train over 5 million managers in the world’s most respected organisations. In this two-day workshop, you’ll learn a fresh language of leadership that’ll boost both the quality and quantity of your conversations with your team. You’ll accelerate their development, lift their performance, and support their autonomy—setting everyone up for success.

After completing this course, participants will be trained to

• Compare how you see your leadership style with the views of your boss, colleagues, and team members
• Develop competent and committed team members by accurately diagnosing their development stage and adapting your leadership style accordingly
• Agree on the right level of direction and support to help your people reach their goals
• Apply SLII concepts to real-life situations using case studies, games, and video scenarios

Delivery: Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th June 2026, 8.30am to 5.00pm daily

Where: To be Confirmed

Trainer – Tim Waite became an Authorised Consulting Affiliate for Blanchard® Aotearoa New Zealand in 2021 and is based in Hāwera. The ability to offer world class leadership programmes in his local region and providing small business owners the same opportunities as larger corporates is something he prides himself in.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

The SLII Experience™ uses game-changing techniques that fully immerse learners in SLII, making it both deep and effective. This award-winning, dynamic design can be facilitated by you — once you’ve completed our The Training for Trainers (T4T) programme. The T4T course thoroughly prepares future facilitators, helping them feel confident, motivated, and ready to deliver The SLII Experience in their organisations.

Prerequisite:  Trainers must complete The SLII Experience™ workshop before attending Training for Trainers.

When:  Thursday 11th & Friday 12th June 2026

Where:  To be Confirmed

Trainer:  Dave Cordery is a Consulting Partner and Master Trainer passionate about transforming leadership and unlocking both personal and organisational potential.

Download the Programme Overview Here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When: Tuesday 16th June 2026, 9am to 4.30pm

Where: To be Confirmed

Meet the Trainer - Marina Shearer Marina has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, and is based in Waiau, North Canterbury.  Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Monday 22nd June 2026, 9.00am to 4.30pm

Where:  Auckland Rose Park Hotel, Parnell, Auckland

Trainer:  Andy Graves  Andy has been facilitating and coaching for many years in corporate organisations in the UK and New Zealand. Andy believes in achieving high performance and outstanding results through building increased capability and inspiring targets in engaging and interactive ways.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here

Help your managers succeed by giving them the essential skills to balance relationships with results.

Blanchard Management Essentials is a world-class leadership programme, delivered locally for New Zealand managers. It’s perfect for upskilling new managers or sharpening the skills of experienced leaders. This practical, one-day course draws on The One Minute Manager® and introduces the Four Core Conversations model alongside the Four Essential Skills — creating a powerful framework for managing people and performance.

It helps leaders answer their team members’ three key questions:

• What do I need to do? (Goal Setting Conversation)
• Am I on the right track? If not, what do I need to change? (Praising and/or Redirecting Conversations)
• How did I go with that task or project, and what can we learn? (Wrapping Up Conversations)

During this hands-on workshop, participants explore the manager mindset and practise their skills using real scenarios brought by the group — making the learning relevant and immediately useful.

When:  Wednesday 24th June 2026, 9am to 4.30pm

Where: Taranaki Chamber of Commerce, Devon Street, New Plymouth

Trainer – Tim Waite Tim became an Authorised Consulting Affiliate for Blanchard® Aotearoa New Zealand in 2021 and is based in Hāwera. The ability to offer world class leadership programmes in his local region and providing small business owners the same opportunities as larger corporates is something he prides himself in.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.
Download the Programme Overview here

SLII® is a proven, time-tested leadership model that has been used to train over 5 million managers in the world’s most respected organisations. Giving your people what they need, when they need it accelerates their development—creating a more productive, passionate workplace.  You'll learn a new language of leadership that will help you increase the quality and quantity of conversations you have with your team, accelerate their development, increase their performance, and support autonomy.  

Delivery: 5x 2hr sessions in a live virtual classroom, 10am to 12noon on 27th to 31st July 2026

Trainer: Marina Shearer Marina has 30 years experience as a facilitator and coach, and is based in Waiau, North Canterbury.  Marina's expertise is in Leadership Development, Social Emotional Intelligence and Communication.

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor here.

Download the Programme Overview here