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ANZSOG's EFP develops senior executives' capacity to lead whilst providing a rare opportunity for focused learning and reflection. Apply today.
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In a time of volatility and uncertainty, senior public sector executives are facing constantly shifting priorities and increasing demands. More than ever before, it’s vital for you to develop the leadership, management and strategic skills you need to lead high performing teams.
The Executive Fellows Program (EFP) challenges senior public sector executives to develop new leadership perspectives in a highly interactive online setting while exploring contemporary issues, such as the COVID-19 crisis response and recovery strategies, Black Lives Matter, the impact of climate change and the #metoo movement.
The EFP is not just any executive leadership course. The EFP puts you in the ‘room’ with fellow public sector executives from across Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand, expanding your professional network and creating an opportunity to learn from the experiences of other jurisdictions. You will benefit from lively, interactive online sessions, including online sprints and offline reflection which can be done at your own pace – all tailored to fit around the lives of busy public sector executives.
You will learn from a cast of renowned academics and senior public sector practitioners from Australia, Aotearoa-New Zealand and around the world, in a program designed to help you take the next step in your career. The EFP alumni includes more than 200 public sector leaders who have gone on to hold roles as CEOs or Secretaries (equivalents) or deputies after completing the program.
Develop a greater sense of who you are as a leader and how you can shape organisational change to deliver public value to the communities you serve.
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The EFP has given me confidence to challenge areas where I might think that I’m a bit comfortable to see if I can get more out of myself, and more importantly, more out of those that I work with, to deliver better public value to the community.
The EFP is designed for high performing leaders and senior public sector executives, such as Deputy Chief Executive Officers (CEO), Deputy Director-Generals and Deputy Secretaries, and executives two levels below CEO, Director-General or Secretary. The program is also suitable for senior executives in the not-for-profit sector, international equivalent levels and other experienced, high-performing senior leaders.
The EFP is a highly respected program designed exclusively for senior public sector executives. It provides you with a unique opportunity to develop your ability to lead and learn alongside your peers from across Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand.
The three-module program (2x3 day sessions and 1x2.5 day session), featuring online sprints and offline reflection, is delivered by world-recognised academics and high-calibre practitioners.
You will be encouraged to share your personal leadership experiences in a creative and collaborative environment, and you will be able to at once apply what you learn when you return to work.
The EFP has evolved to embrace the online environment, creating a dynamic and interactive learning experience where participants learn from presenters, and their peers, in short sessions designed to maximise the positive impact on day-to-day work.
The EFP features:
If you’re searching for a public service leadership course, executive leadership training or looking to build high performing leadership qualities, the EFP is the program for you.
ANZSOG is a unique education provider. Our programs are designed for the public sector, with input from governments across Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand, and they are led by renowned academics and respected practitioners. Our programs are tailored to meet the needs of public sector leaders who face distinct challenges in today’s volatile environment.
The EFP is modelled on global executive leadership courses, but adapted for the specific challenges of the contemporary public sector.
By taking part in the EFP, you will build a long-lasting network of fellow public sector leaders from across Australia, Aotearoa-New Zealand and beyond. You will also join the ANZSOG alumni, which includes thousands of public sector leaders.
You will benefit from strategies, frameworks and an international perspective, which are needed to effectively lead across cultural boundaries and in an increasingly complex, virtual/digital operating environment.
The EFP focusses on the capabilities successful public sector leaders need to thrive in this environment, exploring:
The EFP features three modules, as well as orientation and pre-module check-in sessions. There are breaks between the three modules (2x3 day sessions and 1x2.5 day session) to allow time for participants to complete self-reflection work and apply insights into their workplaces throughout the program. The modules will feature short sessions with ample break time to ensure participants are engaged in robust and insightful discussions.
The EFP will be delivered via Zoom providing a platform for inspiring delivery, engaging breakout rooms and live polling. Participants are encouraged to utilise a personal device if Zoom is unable to be accessed via work servers.
Find a further breakdown of the modules in the brochure and find out more about the cost of the EFP on the registration form or FAQ page. See button below.
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The EFP focuses on three key leadership themes: leading the self and others (including neuroleadership), leading an organisation (including adaptive leadership) and systems leadership. These themes are explored using contemporary issues as a focal point, including the COVID-19 crisis response and recovery strategies, Black Lives Matter, the impact of climate change, and the #metoo movement.
By exploring contemporary issues, participants will benefit from engaging and relevant learning opportunities with real-world application.
The EFP leadership framework underpins the themes, content and teaching methods of our program, highlighting the capabilities required of a successful leader.
Throughout the program, you will explore the three leadership themes outlined above. Outcomes from these themes, include:
Our faculty includes leading national and international academics who are experts in the public sector. We also draw on the expertise of senior practitioners from the public, not-for-profit and private sectors.
Faculty includes:
The ANZSOG experience extends well beyond the classroom. The national and international networks students gain access to will be invaluable throughout their career. Our Alumni Program helps students maintain and build peer-to-peer relationships, creating a broad community of public sector managers. This provides an opportunity for ongoing learning and support from peers and greater exposure to different perspectives.
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Owned by and working for the governments of Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand, ANZSOG creates and delivers education programs tailored to meet the needs of public sector leaders. Our programs are designed with significant government input, for government, and led by renowned academics and respected practitioners.
The EFP is designed for high performing senior public sector executives, from Deputy Chief Executive Officers (CEO), Deputy Director-Generals and Deputy Secretaries, and executives two-levels below CEO, Director-General or Secretary. Executives looking to take the next step in their careers or further their leadership capabilities will thrive in the EFP. We encourage you to nominate Māori and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For more information about the suitability of your candidate/s, please complete the Expression of interest form or contact +61 3 8344 1909 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ANZSOG offered a scholarship in early 2021 to assist the development of an Indigenous leader working in the public sector in Australia and Aotearoa-New Zealand. The scholarship, worth $15,000 to $45,000, was to be used exclusively for an ANZSOG foundation program, either the Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA), the Executive Fellows Program (EFP) or Towards Strategic Leadership (TSL).
The inaugural 2021 Scholarship was awarded to Palawa woman Brenda McDermott, currently working in the Victorian public service. Brenda will commence the EMPA in 2022.
Due to the on-going impact of COVID restrictions on the delivery of all ANZSOG programs, the timeline for the next First Peoples scholarship is yet to be determined. If you are interested, please review the pdf selection criteria (656 KB) and email your interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We encourage you to sign up to the ANZSOG Indigenous news, and/or our general e-news, both of which will be used to notify potential applicants when scholarship applications open.
The sponsoring agency, jurisdiction or organisation pays the program costs, which includes tuition fee and program materials.
Participants will have opportunities to apply new insights immediately in their workplace and are encouraged to share what they learn with others. The module delivery provides opportunities for participants to apply their insights into their workplace while completing the program.
We encourage sponsoring managers to facilitate opportunities for participants to share and add further value as a result of their studies.
Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and from people with disabilities or from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Some jurisdictions have specific registration processes. If you work for the governments of Western Australia, New South Wales or Victoria, please contact your department or agency’s Human Resources or Learning and Development team about your application or expression of interest.
If you work for the Northern Territory government, please contact the Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. about your application or expression of interest.
If you work for the Aotearoa-New Zealand government, please contact Lynn Evans at the Leadership Development Centre at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. about your application or expression of interest.
If you work for the Queensland government, your Public Sector Commission has a limited number of scholarships available for the program. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship via your jurisdiction’s Public Sector Commission, we encourage you to contact them for further information including dates for application submission. You are also welcome to make your own arrangements with your agency.
Applications for EFP 2022 are now closed. For more information, contact +61 3 8344 1909 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
You can also find out more about the history of the EFP by downloading the brochure.
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We encourage you to speak to one of our EFP alumni to get an insider's perspective. Please contact our Alumni Coordinator via email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., to arrange an introduction.
