At the Centre for Local Government (CLG), we are committed to providing unparalleled educational opportunities that empower professionals in the local government sector. Our professional development courses are informed by the challenges facing councils across Australia and are designed to equip you with the practical skills, in-depth knowledge, and insights you need to excel in your role.

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Leadership courses for Local Government

The Centre for Local Government (CLG) offering is designed to create purposeful and inclusive leaders who are engaged, empowered and ready for the future.

Short courses

If your work impacts the community, it helps to first understand their views on the issue. In this community consultation and engagement course you will learn how to better inform government and organisational decision-making to achieve the best internal and external result.

This service review course will guide you through the essentials needed to design and undertake a review of a program, operation or service using a practical, results-based framework.

This social planning and community development course will provide you with increased knowledge, skills and capacities to lead or contribute to quality planning and development processes based in contemporary theory and good practice.

This course focuses on local government planning and reporting processes, and the role and responsibility of councillors. Learn about community engagement and land-use planning, communication, and the councillor capability framework.

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Building Regulation Courses

Boost your professional capacity and technical skills with the UTS Institute for Public Policy and Governance's range of short courses in building regulation.

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Postgraduate courses

Advance Your Career with Comprehensive Programs

Our postgraduate programs offer a deep dive into complex topics and are designed to take your career to the next level.

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Microcredentials

Leading in Local Government

This program explores cutting-edge leadership theory and practice, blending case-in-point teaching, live case studies, group and individual take-away tasks and assessments.

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In-house training solutions

Tailored to meet your organisation’s needs

We understand that each organisation has unique challenges and goals. That's why we offer customised training solutions that are tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation.

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Contact us

Still curious or in need of more information? Email us at clg@uts.edu.au or call us on +61 2 9514 7884 so our team can provide you with the clarity you’re looking for.

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Explore our services

Ready to elevate your skills in local government? Our short courses, microcredentials and postgraduate qualifications are designed to empower you for success.

Need expert advice on local government issues? Our consulting services provide targeted guidance to help you navigate the complex challenges in local government.

Looking for tailored research solutions to address your local government challenges? Our research services offer customised insights to meet your specific local government needs.