Overview

Securing support from senior stakeholders is one of the most important skills in government and public services. Whether you’re presenting recommendations, seeking approval for a project, driving change or shaping policy, your ability to influence decision-makers can determine the success of your work.

This practical course will help participants understand how senior leaders think, what influences their decisions and how to communicate ideas in a way that builds trust, credibility and buy-in. Participants will learn how to engage senior stakeholders more effectively, navigate competing priorities and present recommendations with confidence and impact.

Through practical exercises, real-world examples and discussion, participants will develop practical techniques for building relationships, managing upwards and influencing decisions in complex organisational environments.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals across government and public services who need to influence senior colleagues, executives, directors, ministers or key stakeholders.

What You’ll Gain

By attending, you will learn how to:

• Understand the priorities and perspectives of senior stakeholders
• Build credibility and trust with decision-makers
• Communicate recommendations clearly and persuasively
• Influence without formal authority
• Gain buy-in for ideas, projects and initiatives
• Navigate competing priorities and stakeholder interests
• Handle challenge, scrutiny and difficult questions confidently
• Develop a personal stakeholder influence strategy

Course Timing

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