Overview
Effective responses to complex problems such as vulnerable children, place-based disadvantage and sustainable energy solutions require an holistic understanding of the problem and co-ordinated responses from across government, industry and the community sector.
Through challenging real-world case studies, develop the mindsets, models and tools of a switched-on policy operator to take coherent action in these complex multi-actor environments.
This module is part of the Enterprise Leadership series. Learn more

What you will learn
Policy professionals who really cut through understand their environment and the dynamics of the network in which they achieve change. They need to be savvy to the political context and understand what change is possible at any point in time. They can then provide pragmatic and effective ways forward that meet the needs of multiple stakeholders.
Who should participate?
Delivering Complex Policy assists those who work with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver social, economic or environmental policy or service delivery change. This could include:
- Policy Advisors
- Program Executives and Managers
- Team Leaders
As part of QUT's Enterprise Leadership series, this course aligns to the Leadership competencies for Queensland. Call our team on 07 3138 6573 to learn more, or download the competency map.

Your expert facilitator Dr Kate Joyner
An experienced executive educator, management consultant and facilitator, Kate develops leaders and leadership groups for the challenges of the 21st century. Kate has held senior leadership development positions in the university and government sectors for more than two decades.
Kate completed her PhD in Business Strategy in 2011, and is the winner of several academic awards for her work in partnering and joint ventures. Kate has particular expertise and academic interest in complex organisations, as well as smart collaboration between government, business and the non-profit sector.
She holds a degree in music from the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and an MBA and PhD from QUT. She is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM) and the US Academy of Management.
Learn more about Dr Kate JoynerCore concepts
Through challenging case-based learning, you will be guided through a series of concepts and tools and strategies to lift your policy thinking and apply to your policy area
- Developing policy solutions in complex and pluralistic environments
- Understanding the role of 24/7 media in the policy cycle
- Understanding political risk in the policy process
- Leveraging stakeholder engagement and resources
Details
Where and when
QUT Executive Education Centre
Level 4, B Block, QUT Gardens Point
2 George St
Brisbane QLD 4001
Enrolments close: Thursday 10 June 2021
Pre-work opens: Thursday 24 June 2021
Workshop one: Thursday 8 July 2021
Workshop two: Thursday 5 August 2021
Certification
At the end of the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Attendance documenting your participation in the course.
Cost
Registration type | Cost |
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Professional Development Module - Early Bird (closes 4 weeks before enrolments close) | $1,710 (GST exempt) |
Professional Development Module (closes 2 weeks before pre-work opens) | $1,900 (GST exempt) |
Professional Development Module - Group Registration (4 or more) | $1,710 (GST exempt) |
Professional Development Module - QUT Alumni / Staff registration (25% discount) | $1,425 (GST exempt) |
More details
Part of the QUTeX Enterprise Leadership Series
QUT's Enterprise Leadership provides a flexible pathway for managers and aspiring senior leaders to develop the confidence, frameworks and capability to understand complex environments and lead successful business outcomes.
With a suite of flexible learning Professional Development Modules designed by leading experts across QUT, you’ll benefit from the ability to pick and choose the right study areas for you.
Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership)
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This Enterprise Leadership module can be completed with an additional (optional) Credential unit. This provides you with the accreditation needed to go towards the completion of a Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership), an MBA, or an Executive MBA.
QUT’s Graduate Certificate in Business (Enterprise Leadership) has been designed as an extension of the Enterprise Leadership series, to provide participants with a postgraduate level qualification in leading with an enterprise perspective. To attain this qualification, you will need to complete two core Enterprise Leadership modules (Leading Self and Others and Actioning Strategic Innovation) plus any two electives from the available Enterprise Leadership modules.
This program encourages leaders to work on behalf of the whole organisation as well as on their own business unit or team. It is suitable for leaders in corporate, public and non-profit sectors.
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