Resources on support around leading in times of uncertainty within complex environments.
How to access these resources
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Leadership challenges in turbulent times
In this short course, you will have the opportunity to understand and explain how leadership changes according to the needs of the turbulent environments that we experience. You will also explore the challenges that can affect leadership effectiveness and will seek ways to successfully face these challenges.
Level: Level 2 - Intermediate
Duration: 6 hours
Systems thinking and practice
This course introduces systems thinking and practice. It covers the key concepts used in systems theory and describes the challenges in defining a system and how systems thinking can be used to analyse, understand and improve situations.
Level: Level 2 - Intermediate
Duration: 8 hours
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Perspectives on Christie 10 Years On
Hear perspectives on the lasting impact of the Commission Commission on the future delivery of public services and how we can bring the principles forward.
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Scotland's Green Recovery: the Role of Local Government
David Kelly, Policy Manager at SCDI, sets out five priorities for local government to achieve a just transition to net zero.
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Hybrid working creates opportunities – and challenges – for Local Government
Amanda Spark, Programme Manager, Organisational Development, looks at how working patterns are changing and what this means for local government.