Graduate Development Programs

Foundation Module

This module can be included as part of your initial induction program or as a stand alone module.

Graduates will develop strong interpersonal communication skills and teamwork competencies.

Specific Objectives

• Learn how to contribute to high performance team outcomes by applying the "Team Wheel Process".
• Better understand the diversity of work styles in a team (strengths/ weaknesses) and develop communication skills to work effectively with and complement the styles of others that may be different to your own.
• Develop a strong team identity across the graduate group and build personal friendships/networks that they may draw upon as they move up through the business.
• Have a fun and an enjoyable learning experience together.

Format

1 - 2 days (tailored to fit within your broader induction agenda). Indoor theory /discussion session interspersed with facilitated outdoor experiential activities to consolidate theory concepts.

The Leadership Journey

Graduates are typically recruited for their potential to become leaders in the organization. During their second year the focus shifts from learning to be an effective team member to becoming the leader of a team. Graduates experience an intensive three day "Leadership Journey".

Specific Objectives

• Introduction to Linking Leadership theory & team facilitation skills.
• “Hands on” practice - leadership, planning and problem solving skills.
• Building self-confidence by stretching the comfort zone in an unfamiliar environment.
• Encourage graduates to start looking to the future and learn from the personal career journeys of senior managers in the business.

Format

3 days “Expedition style” bush journey camping out or cabin accommodation. Intensive peer/facilitator/manager feedback an integral part of the learning  process. Senior managers attend program as mentors/role models.

Please have a look at a “Leadership Journey” graduate program developed for one of our clients by clicking on:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiNYME5cDzs

Workplace Project

Workplace project whereby graduates apply their leadership & teamwork skills and give back to the organization.

Session 1: Project Planning Workshop

Towards the final six months of their program, graduates identify (in liaison with their manager) a workplace improvement project with tangible benefits to the business. This may be related to any aspect of the business e.g. safety initiative, process improvement, customer relations.

Format
Half day workshop to scope out and document all aspects of the project.

Session 2: Project Review (6 months later)

Graduates present the results of their project to senior management at a formal meeting.

Format
Half day meeting held on site.