# **Full Course**

### A 10-part course that investigates the unwritten dynamics of public sector leadership and political acumen.

#### **JAMES MOORE**

Former Federal Politician,
Conservatives

#### **CAROL BELLRINGER**

Former Auditor General,
BC and MB

#### **MEETA GANDHI**

General Manager Corporate Services, Town of East Gwillimbury, ON

## 10 insightful modules.

### **Module 1 - A & B**

### Introduction to Political Acumen

### Political Acumen for Municipal Leaders

What it is and why it’s so important.

#### **DR. PETER CONSTANTINOU**

#### **DR. JARED WESLEY**

‘Pracademic,’
York University

#### **BEV HENDRY**

Former Chief Administrative Officer, ON

### **Module 2**  Speaking Truth to Power

Political presence.

#### **CASSIE DOYLE**

Former Federal & Provincial DM

BC

### **Module 3**  Situational Awareness

Strategic agility, anticipation.

#### **ALLAN SECKEL**

Former DAG and DM to the BC Premier

### **Module 4**  Issues Management

The inside story.

#### **TRISH MANDEWO**

City Councilor, Coquitlam BC

### **Module 5**  Media & Public Engagement

How to manage in a 24/7 news cycle.

#### **RICK GOLDRING**

Former Mayor Burlington, ON

### **Module 6**  Culture & Inclusion

Perspectives on Inclusive Leadership and DEI

#### **GEORGE ABBOTT**

Former Politician

BC Liberals

### **Module 7**  Ethics & Integrity

What do you do when no one is looking.

#### **DR. MATTHEW CHOW**

Chief Mental Health Officer, Telus Health

### **Module 8**  Conflict & Controversy

The search for common ground and connection.

#### **ALISON PAINE**

Mediator and Conflict Resolution Expert and Former ADM, BC

### **Module 9**  Career Blind Spots

Insights, recovery and how to get ahead.

#### **BERT PHIPPS**

Former ADM Corrections, BC

### **Module 10**  Collaboration Across Governments

Getting it together.

#### **JAN SANDERSON**

Former DM Children and Youth, MB

#### **GEORGE ABBOTT**

Former Politician, BC Liberals

### Course Features

# Flexible, on-demand learning

#### 10 on-demand modules

#### Unlimited access to resource room learning materials for 6 months.

#### Access lessons via video or audio so you can learn on the go.

### Who the course is for

### Inside Public Sector Leadership is designed for public sector leaders of all backgrounds and government levels, giving participants the tools and the confidence to do their job better.

#### Aspiring Leaders  
Continuous learners and leaders looking for opportunities to develop and grow in your career.

#### New to Government  
Leaders transitioning from the private sector to the public sector. Understand the differences and pivot your style for greater impact.

#### Management Team Leaders  
Experienced leaders looking for a program that they can use to upskill and develop their leadership team.

#### Strategic HR Teams  
HR leaders charged with enhancing succession planning programs and supporting up-and-coming leaders.

### Frequently Asked Questions  
- Are the Inside Public Sector Leadership programs still available?  
No. The 2026 intake closed May 31 and these programs will not be offered in the future.
- Is Inside Public Sector Leadership an online program?  
Yes, it is 100% online and has been since we first launched in 2017. Registered members can access the program 24/7.
- Are the sessions recorded?  
Yes, the Master Mentor panel conversations are all pre-recorded and can be watched 24/7 when it’s most convenient for you.
- What's in the Resource Room?  
Each module/session has a dedicated resource room where you will find interviews, tip sheets, articles to download and links to other resources.
- How long will I have access to my account?  
You’ll be able to access your account and all program materials for six months from the day you sign up.