| Management Fundamentals Programme |
Management FundamentalsA vital programme designed to build core management skills for effective leadership in the social sector. Applications closed Register your interestProgramme informationDuring this online programme you will be introduced to an array of impactful and practical management tools and concepts. Learning will be delivered through a series of modules focusing on key management topics and will be further supported by two facilitated online workshops. These workshops aim to provide space to deepen your understanding and engage with your peers. The programme also includes a welcome and closing session to further strengthen connections among participants. In additional to management skills, the programme will engage participants in the foundational elements of leadership. To support continued development this programme is certified by The Institute of Leadership and on completion of the programme participants will have access to the award-winning MyLeadership e-learning programme. We are delighted to offer a bursary place on this programme for an individual who identifies as Black or racially minoritised. The bursary seeks to address the disparities and imbalances in social sector leadership. Thus, this bursary is for an individual from a Black or racially minoritised backgrounds from small-medium sized organisations (annual income of less than £1m). If you qualify for the bursary, simply complete the online application form here in addition to the programme application here. Programme Detail
Programme Features
 Key datesSecure your placeApplications are now closed. Programme datesThe programme will begin Monday 29 September 2025 and conclude Wednesday 19 November 2025. The programme schedule can be found further down on this page or by downloading the brochure. Can't make these dates?Please register your interest here and we will let you know when new dates have been released. Eligibility criteriaProfessional experienceThis programme is for newly appointed managers, or current managers looking for a refresher. This experience could be paid or voluntary. Though not exhaustive, this programme generally caters to individuals in the following roles: Officers, Coordinators, Managers, Advisors, Team Leaders, Caseworkers. Training and developmentParticipants may have had no or limited formal management training. Working for a social purposeThis refers to organisations or freelance work with a social purpose, including charities, social enterprises, CICs, etc. Passionate about social changeYour interest in using your management skills and knowledge to help make the world a better place is key. Your determination to develop yourself so you can influence social change effectively is a highly important criteria for your application. ModulesThis programme is primarily delivered through online learning modules and your learning will be supported by two virtual workshops led by an experienced facilitator.
Module 1: You As A Manager: This module is designed to help you better understand your management style and the implication for your team. What makes for effective management, the distinction between management and leadership, and what makes great management within the social sector will all be discussed. Additionally, you will understand what the qualities of a good manager are, and explore what your management style and approaches are. ------------------- Module 2: Your Productivity: This module focuses on the tools and techniques needed for effective management. This includes an exploration of time management, attention management, delegation and procrastination. You'll take away practical techniques to enhance your individual performance. In addition we'll look at management processes and protocols. ------------------- Module 3: Healthy Communication: Whether you’re remote, back in the office, or a combination of the two, communication has never been more important. Our third module offers strategies to address common challenges that managers face when communicating with their teams. This is aligned to the ‘Inspirational Communicator’ capability within our Capabilities Framework. Topics such as managing challenging conversations, giving feedback, active listening and providing productive praise are covered to help participants foster better communication within teams. ------------------- Module 4: Effective Teams: This module examines how you can take the next step from a good team leader to a great one. Learn how you can create the environment that leads to an efficient, healthy and high-performing team, with a focus on managing wellbeing within an organisation and healthy leadership principles, based on Clore Social's Model and Capabilities Framework, here. ------------------- Module 5: Future Thinking: The programme culminates with a look to the future of managing in the social sector and will encourage you to spend time considering your actionable next steps. Programme schedulePlease find below an overview of the live classroom schedule to help you plan ahead. Each week participants will receive an email highlighting the key resources and tasks to prioritise in preparation for the upcoming workshops. The programme will begin on September 29, when you will receive a welcome email granting access to the introductory materials, so you can begin familiarising yourself with the content ahead of the first live session.
Welcome session | Wednesday 1 October | 12:00-14:00 ------------------- Workshop 1 | Wednesday 15 October | 12:00-14:00
------------------- Workshop 2 | Wednesday 5 November | 12:00-14:00
------------------- Closing session | Wednesday 19 November | 13:30-14:30
------------------- OutcomesYou will be guided to develop empowering, focused, and generous management capabilities - qualities essential to any effective manager. You will learn how and what these skills and behaviours look like in action, where your strengths and areas of improvement lie, and how you can develop and encourage a team.
Appreciate the value of different management styles and gain enhanced confidence and clarity in your management and leadership approach, fostering effective decision-making and team engagement. Equipped with a comprehensive toolkit of time management strategies, delegation techniques and attention management practices, you will be able to ensure optimal individual performance and task prioritisation. Increase your confidence in communication across all levels, coupled with refined feedback methods and active listening skills, fostering a culture of open dialogue and constructive collaboration within teams. Learn to navigate complexity, uncertainty, and change through effective communication with your team. Gain expertise in fostering an environment conducive to team efficiency, health and high performance, coupled with a resilience toolkit to navigate challenges and maintain team morale. Through developing a clear action plan and set of goals, you will be able to plan and execute actionable steps towards future success, both personally and within your teams. Build strong foundations to lead organisational change and innovation, informed by a forward-thinking mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring adaptability and resilience in the ever-evolving social
sector landscape. Programme elementsThe programme will offer access to a wealth of management and leadership development interventions designed to help participants build the skills, knowledge, and networks needed to influence social change effectively. Online learning and trainingYour learning will consist of online modules, supporting resources and four online sessions. During the four sessions - two workshops, one welcome and one closing session - you will have the chance to meet peers and participate in group discussions and reflections. Reflection journalsWe encourage participants keep a reflective journal in order to better consider their development as they go through each module. Dedicated reading listsAlongside the core programme content, you will be provided with dedicated resources which include relevant articles, podcasts and videos for you to explore at your own pace. Programme facilitator
Josephine KnowlesJosephine Knowles is a freelance trainer, coach, and facilitator. Josephine is a Clore Fellow and is passionate about Leadership Development, gaining new insights and empowering people to be the best version of themselves. She loves facilitating learning and is known for her lively classrooms. Josephine has worked with women who sell sex in various contexts for the last 25 years and has a Masters in ‘Violence Against Women’ from the Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit at London Metropolitan University. She is the Co-Founder of Beyond the Streets, a UK charity working to end sexual exploitation. She is also an Argentine tango addict, a beginner cyclist, and a yogi. Frequently Asked QuestionsNo, you don’t need to have any particular academic or professional qualifications to take part in the programme. We know that management and leadership training can be very difficult to access in the social sector, so try to make
it accessible to those with minimal prior training. Your passion for and experience in the social sector are all you need to participate. Management experience may have been accrued at different points throughout your career, at different organisations, within different sectors, and can be paid or voluntary. Management Fundamentals applicants may be new to their role, about to begin a management role, or are looking for a management refresher. If you have any questions, please email us at info@cloresocialleadership.org.uk. Please expect a response time of 48 hours. Yes, you can do this programme while doing a full-time job. The programme is designed to accommodate your busy work schedule. Yes, we strongly recommend that you attend all live sessions scheduled for this programme to make the most of the programme, deepen your learning and meet peers from across the social sector. If you have any questions or concerns about payment, please get in touch at info@cloresocialleadership.org.uk to assess how we can best support you.
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