Program areas

An exciting graduate development program to lay the foundations for career success.

Reflection of strengths and weaknesses

Understanding and awareness of personal strengths and areas for growth in personal and professional contexts.

Enhanced self awareness

Developing practices to navigate emotions, thoughts, values, and behaviour patterns that impact interactions, decision making, and overall personal and professional growth.

Continuous improvement

Cultivating a positive attitude to continuous improvement and a readiness to embrace new challenges.

Resilience

Developing personal resilience strategies including stress management and proactive navigation of unexpected changes.

Effective communication

Developing the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and appropriately in various professional contexts including active listening for different audiences.

Interpersonal skills

Building a comprehensive set of interpersonal skills to foster effective relationships, collaborate within teams and expand networks.

Networking and growth

Learning how to build connections, share insights and create opportunities for collaboration and personal growth.

Time management

Developing strategies for efficient time allocation, task prioritisation and goal setting.

Problem solving

Developing the ability to recognise complex problems, evaluate potential solutions and make informed decisions based on sound reasoning and evidence.

Leadership theories

Understanding diverse leadership theories and approaches, and their effective application in various organisational settings.

Strategic career planning

Developing relevant skills including setting achievable goals, assessing strengths, and identifying areas for development.

Lifelong learning

Actively seeking out opportunities to acquire new knowledge and skills aligned with career aspirations and evolving industry trends.

Public sector and parliamentary understanding

Understanding the operational functions and roles of both the public sector and parliamentary system in Western Australia.

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