Managing Remote Teams Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level, intermediate-level, and advanced-level professionals who wish to attract top international candidates with minimal effort.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Progress from a Briefing Call to a Strategy Alignment Meeting (SAM)
• Design modern and engaging job descriptions
• Apply Employer Branding and EVP strategies
• Post single or multiple job advertisements
• Receive a tailored long-list of candidates

This instructor-led, live training is based in Ottawa but can also be delivered elsewhere. It is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for intermediate to advanced-level finance and asset management professionals seeking to enhance asset tracking, control, and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Classify and configure fixed assets in line with IFRS requirements.
• Oversee asset creation, acquisition, and capitalisation.
• Establish control measures for effective asset tracking and monitoring.
• Apply suitable depreciation and amortisation methods.
• Efficiently manage asset movements, transfers, and disposals.
• Ensure adherence to financial reporting and audit standards.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for intermediate-level finance and accounting professionals who wish to effectively manage, value, and audit fixed assets in line with accounting standards and regulations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the life cycle and classification of fixed assets.
• Apply local and international accounting standards in asset valuation and depreciation.
• Manage fixed assets using appropriate controls, tools, and procedures.
• Comply with legal and tax frameworks relevant to asset management and reporting.

Overview

Regulators worldwide are increasingly tying the level of risk a bank assumes to the capital it must hold, while financial institutions are shifting towards risk-based management practices. As banks, their products, regulatory frameworks, and the global market grow in complexity, effective risk management becomes an ever greater challenge. A crucial lesson from the banking crisis of the last five years is that risks are highly interconnected; to manage them efficiently, banks must understand these interactions.

Key features include:

• An explanation of current risk-based regulations
• A detailed review of the major risks faced by banks
• Industry best practices for adopting an enterprise-wide approach to integrating risk management across the organisation
• Utilising governance techniques to foster a group-wide culture that ensures everyone plays an active role in managing risks in alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives
• An exploration of the challenges risk managers may face in the future

This course makes extensive use of case studies designed to explore, examine, and reinforce the concepts and ideas covered over the five days. Historical events at banks will be used throughout to highlight how they failed to manage their risks and the actions that could have been taken to prevent losses.

Objectives

The objective of this course is to assist bank management in delivering an appropriate integrated strategy for managing complex and evolving risks and regulations in today’s international banking environment. Specifically, this course aims to give senior-level management an understanding of:

• Major risks within the financial industry and key international risk regulations
• How to manage a bank’s assets and liabilities while maximising returns
• The interaction between risk types and how banks use an integrated approach to manage them
• Corporate governance and best practice approaches to managing the diverse interests of stakeholders
• How to develop a culture of risk governance as a tool for minimising unnecessary risk-taking

Who should attend this seminar

This course is intended for those who are new to integrated risk management, senior management responsible for strategic risk management, or those who wish to further their understanding of enterprise risk management. It will be of use to:

• Board-level bank management
• Senior managers
• Senior risk managers and analysts
• Senior directors and risk managers responsible for strategic risk management
• Internal auditors
• Regulatory and compliance personnel
• Treasury professionals
• Asset and liability managers and analysts
• Regulators and supervisory professionals
• Suppliers and consultants to banks and the risk management industry
• Corporate governance and risk governance managers

Leadership for Directors and Board Members is a course designed to strengthen the leadership and governance capabilities of directors and board members.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at directors, executives, and board members who wish to develop effective leadership, governance, and decision-making skills at the board level.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the legal, ethical, and strategic responsibilities of directors and board members.
• Apply principles of good governance to improve organisational performance.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration in the boardroom.
• Respond to crises and manage risks at the executive level.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and facilitated discussion.
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.
• Group activities and scenario-based analysis.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for intermediate to advanced-level board members and directors seeking to strengthen their leadership, governance, and decision-making capabilities.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key responsibilities and legal duties of a director.
• Develop effective governance structures and foster positive boardroom dynamics.
• Enhance strategic decision-making and risk management skills.
• Improve communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organisations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

Planning and Risk Assessment is a structured approach to identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks in projects and operations.

This instructor-led, live training (delivered either online or on-site) is designed for beginner-to-intermediate-level professionals who wish to plan effectively and manage risks within project or operational environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and processes underpinning effective planning.
• Identify and assess potential risks across various scenarios.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Integrate risk assessment into the overall project lifecycle.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Group exercises and scenario-based practice.
• Hands-on application through real-world case studies.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training session for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or on-site) is designed for intermediate-level professionals who wish to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analysing, and resolving problems using RCA methodologies.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand essential concepts of RCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Apply different RCA tools to identify the root cause of problems.
• Develop and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organisational improvement and prevention efforts.

The primary objective of this programme is to shift the audit process from a reactive 'finding' exercise to a proactive 'prevention' strategy. By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team will specifically target the elimination of recurring findings. This ensures that once a weakness is identified, the recommendations provide a lasting fix, safeguarding the company's operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Opting not to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes in financial processes lead to cumulative leakages that grow over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls instead of focusing on new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Repeatedly reporting the same issues weakens the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training in New Zealand (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level internal auditors who wish to enhance their audit effectiveness by applying structured RCA techniques.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand RCA methodologies and their role in internal auditing.
• Identify and analyse the root causes of audit findings.
• Apply RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans based on RCA findings.
• Integrate RCA into the internal audit process to improve risk management.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level safety professionals and operational managers who wish to enhance their ability to investigate incidents, identify systemic weaknesses, and design effective corrective and preventive actions.

Overview

This five-day course is designed to help delegates enhance their strategic thinking, planning, and management capabilities, including the tactical and operational requirements needed for successful implementation in high-stakes environments. The programme addresses challenging topics such as conflict management, leading change, the qualities of effective leadership, and team motivation. Through interactive case studies and real-world sector examples, participants are encouraged to share their experiences and challenges, fostering the development of practical, work-focused solutions they can apply immediately upon returning to their organisations.

The core objective of the programme is to equip executives with the skills to scan the business environment, identify profitable opportunities, and develop strategies to gain a competitive edge in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Additionally, the course offers insights into leadership best practices and behaviours that strengthen an executive's capacity to navigate the complexities and uncertainties of managing a high-performance organisation.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, delegates will be able to:

• Identify the primary challenges faced by an organisation;
• Explain various approaches to organisational development planning;
• Analyse the current business environment and the factors influencing the organisation;
• Assess resources both within and external to the organisation;
• Explain different approaches to managing strategy and its role within the business plan;
• Evaluate alternative development strategies to recommend the option(s) best suited to the firm's needs;
• Apply a deeper understanding of strategic development plans;
• Discuss objectively the risks, benefits, and costs associated with implementing new strategies, including managing team conflict;
• Define approaches to managing identified risks;
• Analyse the potential impacts (both positive and negative) on the firm resulting from the implementation of new strategies;
• Design policies, systems, and processes to successfully implement emerging strategic plans;
• Cover the key steps in change management.

Who Should Attend

• Product and Service Managers
• Newly appointed and established Managers and Team Leaders
• Heads of Operations
• Senior Bank Managers
• Human Resource Managers
• Operations Managers
• Marketing Managers

Methodology
The course comprises facilitated workshops, supplemented by case studies drawn from a blend of published real-life examples and practical experience. Attendees will have opportunities to work in small groups to synthesise ideas and strategies and apply the material within the context of their own organisations or departments. Open forum discussions will also be a key component of the learning experience.

This training course has been designed for investors, business owners, directors, managers, executives, and analysts who need to develop strategic planning skills. It is not intended for academic purposes, but rather to help you start realising your dreams today.

This course focuses on strategic planning for businesses where flexibility and continuous learning are paramount. The primary emphasis is on corporate and investment strategy, illustrated through current real-world examples. Every participant will have the opportunity to create a strategic plan and learn how to implement it in practice.