Management Skills and Development
To be able to deliver the current and future needs of Government we need to have skilled leaders and people managers.
We provide leadership and management development around identified content themes for each level on the management ladder – so whether you are on the first rung of the ladder or are in a more senior role there are development opportunities available for you to enable you to become more effective in managing and leading your people.
There are also a range of specific skills which managers also need to draw on, such as:
- managing meetings
- giving effective presentations
- recruitment skills
- project management
- coaching
Along with management/leadership development you might also like to consider which of these other skills you might need to develop.
Exploring Leadership
Length of course: 2 days
Designed for
Staff in the Public Service who are considering applying for a first line management post.
Brief description
This will provide participants with an introduction to the practice of management at first line management level. It will assist with the transition from their current role to one where there will be the requirement to manage staff, resources and self.
Learning outcomes
To enable participants to:
- identify the main duties and responsibilities of first line management roles
- increase awareness of strengths and style with practice on giving and receiving feedback
- understand and practise decision making, problem solving and making recommendations
- understand the principles behind effective team working
- understand the importance of effective communication
- gain, through activities and practice, an experience of supervisory/first line management
Supervisory skills
Length of course: 2 days plus 1 follow-up day
Times of course: 9am – 5.30pm on all days
Designed for
Supervisors or team leaders who are currently working within a team
Brief description
This course will help you to develop your style and skills to meet the day to day challenges faced by you and your team and give you an opportunity to share your experiences and learn from others.
Learning outcomes
To enable participants to:
- gain a clear understanding of what a good supervisor looks like within the Isle of Man Government
- understand the importance of good communication and why things go wrong
- understand why motivation really matters
- understand the importance of having general organisational skills in order to supervise
- develop existing leadership skills through a better understanding of personal leadership styles
- understand resilience and how resilient you are in the workplace
First Line Management Development Programme
Length of course: 1.5 - 2 days per module
Times of course: 9am – 5.30pm
Designed for
People working at first line management level, who are looking to develop their managerial and leadership capability
Pre-requisites
Participants are required to attend Introduction to Coaching and complete the ILM Induction via eLearn Vannin prior to application
Brief description
The programme looks at self-awareness, team development, motivation, coaching and provides practical management tools which you can use in the workplace.
The programme gives an opportunity for you to discuss the leadership challenges which you’re currently facing and how you are able to overcome these.
The programme is run over of 3 modules:
- Module 1: An Introduction to Leadership - 2 days
- Module 2: Leading a Team Effectively - 2 days
- Module 3: Achieving Results and Delivering a Quality Service - 2 days
Action learning sets
Participants also attend Action Learning Sets which build on the learning in the modules and help them to develop their own leadership capability.
Note
There is an option for individuals to gain an ILM Level 3 Certificate in Leadership, awarded by the Institute of Leadership and Management.
A registration fee is required by ILM if you decide to study the qualification.
Leadership Development Programme
Length of course: 2 days per module
Times of course: 9am – 5.30pm
This programme is aimed at middle managers, wishing to build on their experience, improve their self-awareness and make positive changes to develop their own leadership capability.
This course is specifically designed to support the development of middle managers who have responsibility for developing others and managing teams.
Our approach is to encourage delegates to actively support and develop one another during the programme, allowing them to draw on each other’s skills and experiences in a positive way. Due to the experiential nature of many of the activities, the programme may prove unsuitable for individuals who are not currently in a people management role.
Pre-requisites
Delegates are required to attend Introduction to Coaching and complete the ILM Induction via eLearn Vannin prior to applying for this programme.
Modules
Over a period of 12 months the course considers self-awareness, team development, motivation, performance management, leadership styles, change management and strategic thinking, providing practical workplace tools.
It comprises 6 modules:
- Module 1: Leading with Emotional Intelligence (EI)
- Module 2: Leadership and Motivation
- Module 3: Engaging your workforce and succession planning
- Module 4: Thinking strategically
- Module 5: Leading through change and transition
- Module 6: Your leadership journey
Action Learning Sets
Participants must also attend Action Learning Sets which build on the learning in the modules and help them to develop their own leadership capability
The first and fifth modules run for 2 days and all others last 1.5 days. The whole programme will take 15 months to complete.
Note
There is an option for individuals to gain an ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership
Senior Leadership Development Programme
Length of course: 2 days per module
Times of course: 9am – 5.30pm
Designed for
The Senior Leadership Development Programme is for those working at a senior level within the organisation.
Brief description
The Learning Aim of this programme is based around the principles of Good Government and gives an opportunity for you to develop self-awareness, personal leadership skills and knowledge of many aspects of leadership.
Modules
The Programme comprises of 6 modules
Note
The content of this programme can be used as a platform to achieve the ILM Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Leadership.
Introduction to Coaching
Length of course: 1 day
Designed for
Individuals who wish to develop basic coaching skills. This course is useful for those with line management responsibility.
Please note that this course is a pre-requisite for those attending the ILM Leadership Development Programme (Level 5) and First Line Managers Development Programme (Level 3).
Brief description
To introduce participants to coaching and develop and practice coaching skills Learning outcomes:
Learning outcomes
Participants will:
- understand what coaching is and the benefits of using coaching
- explore and develop the key skills required in coaching
- understand the GROW model and how to use it
- put their skills into practice in coaching sessions with other delegates
- explore how coaching can be used in the workplace
Development Centres
Centres:
- Aspiring First Line Leaders Development Centre
- Aspiring Middle Managers Development Centre
- Aspiring Senior Leaders Development Centre
- Aspiring Executive Leaders Development Centre
Length of course: 2 days
Times of course: 9am – 5.30pm on both days
Designed for
Individuals who are considering promotion and would like to prepare for that next step.
Brief description
Development Centres are to help you to recognise your strengths, pinpoint areas needing further development and identify your hidden potential.
They are open to Executive Officers, Higher Executive Officers and Senior Executive Officers (and equivalent grades) considering moving up to the next level and consist of participation in a day-long series of exercises.
During these exercises, developed to mirror ’a day in the life’ of someone at the next level, you will be observed and provided with objective feedback on your performance at the end of the process.
Your performance in the exercises is measured at the level above where you are currently working
Benefits of attending a Development Centre include:
- the opportunity to get a clear, objective view of your strengths and development areas
- benchmarking your skills and behaviours
- atailored development plan to achieve your career potential
- access to a range of development opportunities
- support in achieving your potential
Note
It’s important to remember that while attending a Development Centre is a great way to prepare yourself for moving to the next level, it is not a guarantee of promotion.