From Manager to Senior Manager: Executive Skills- 1 Day Workshop, Sydney
Schedule
Wed, 15 Oct, 2025 at 09:00 am to Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC+11:00Location
Regus - Sydney, Balmain | Sydney, NS
About this Event
Duration: 1 Full Day (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 Training Hours / PDUs
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, beverages, and light snacks provided
Course Overview
As organizations grow, the leap from manager to senior manager or director requires more than operational know-how—it demands strategic foresight, executive presence, and the ability to influence across the enterprise.
This intensive 1-day workshop in Sydney equips managers with the dual benefits of sharpening their current role performance and building the skills needed for executive advancement. Through case studies, group activities, and real-world leadership scenarios, participants will learn how to shape strategy, manage complex teams, and communicate with influence.
Whether you’re aiming to become a senior manager or already leading teams and seeking to future-proof your leadership, this course offers the actionable insights and confidence you need to excel.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Transition from an operational manager mindset to a strategic leadership approach.
- Influence and collaborate across functions with confidence.
- Prepare for senior management or director-level roles effectively.
- Strengthen executive presence and board-level communication.
- Lead complex teams and improve performance outcomes.
Target Audience
- Mid-level managers preparing for senior management or director roles
- Current senior managers seeking to enhance executive impact
- High-potential leaders identified in succession pipelines
- Professionals ready to take on greater organizational influence
Why Choose This Course
Our workshop provides a hands-on, practical approach to solving the real-world challenges of stepping into senior leadership. Designed for managers preparing for executive roles, this course equips you with essential skills in strategy, influence, and people leadership. You’ll gain actionable knowledge through expert-led instruction, real-world case studies, and interactive activities, setting you up for success in executive positions.
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Bring your team and save
1. Groups of three or more receive a 10% discount
2. Organizations hosting an in-house session with 10+ participants enjoy a 15% discount.
Looking to bring this training directly to your leadership team?
We offer a tailored in-house version of this workshop, bringing executive leadership training directly to your organization. Delivered on-site, this 1-day workshop can be customized with industry-specific case studies, examples, and strategic challenges. It’s a cost-effective solution for preparing your future leaders and strengthening your senior leadership pipeline—without the need for travel or downtime.
Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:
Agenda
Module 1: Strategic Thinking for Leaders
Info: • Moving from operational focus to strategic mindset
• Aligning team goals with organizational strategy
• Anticipating challenges and opportunities
• Activity: Strategic scenario mapping
Module 2: Advanced Decision-Making
Info: • Evaluating complex trade-offs and risks
• Making data-driven yet people-centric decisions
• Building confidence in high-stakes choices
• Activity: Leadership decision simulation
Module 3: Cross-Functional Collaboration
Info: • Leading beyond your own department
• Building bridges across functions and silos
• Gaining buy-in from diverse stakeholders
• Activity: Collaboration challenge exercise
Module 4: Influencing Without Authority
Info: • Persuasion techniques for senior leaders
• Building alliances inside and outside the organization
• Enhancing credibility and trust
• Activity: Influence role-play
Module 5: Executive Presence & Communication
Info: • Projecting confidence and clarity in senior settings
• Presenting to boards and senior stakeholders
• Communicating vision and direction
• Activity: Executive presentation practice
Module 6: Performance & People Management
Info: • Setting KPIs that drive real results
• Coaching and mentoring high performers
• Managing underperformance effectively
• Activity: Feedback role-play
Module 7: Leading Change & Innovation
Info: • Driving transformation in uncertain environments
• Managing resistance and fostering agility
• Embedding innovation into culture
• Activity: Change management scenario
Where is it happening?
Regus - Sydney, Balmain, 45 Evans Street, Sydney, AustraliaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 614.39 to AUD 720.27
