The Mini MBA empowers Australian business leaders with the skills needed to evolve their business practices and adapt to changing work environments. (25 Hours Online + 2 Days On-Campus or Virtual Workshops)
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Summary
Where aspiring and existing managers who recognise the complex, demanding nature of leadership acquire and develop skills, build their expertise, and become Australia’s undisputed leaders of the future.
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For 85 years, AIM has been at the forefront of developing Australian professionals into effective managers and outstanding leaders. We’ve gained a lot of experience over this time, such as the value of soft skills, methods to improve and utilise emotional intelligence, and how impactful leadership translates into an engaged workforce.
The Faculty of Leadership and Strategy has training programs that cover all experience levels, ensuring that individuals at any stage of their career can take advantage of our expertise in business leadership courses. This includes skill-focused short courses, vocational qualifications for mid-level managers, and Higher Education programs that articulate into our industry-leading online MBA.
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76% of Australians have left at least one of their last three organisations because of the leadership team, their direct manager, or a combination of both
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(AIM LEADERSHIP SURVEY 2020)
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More than 40% of Australian businesses are not meeting their performance targets because leaders and managers are not mastering basic management fundamentals
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(UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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70% of the variance in employee engagement is explained by the quality of the leadership
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(GALLUP 2019)
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55% of Australian business leaders rate leadership as one of the five most essential skills for their company
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(AIM SOFT SKILLS SURVEY 2019)
Who should attend AIM's Leadership and Strategy courses?
Target Audience
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ASPIRING MANAGERS
who want to prove their capacity to effectively lead others
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LEADERSHIP STAFF
who want to expand their strategic skills to achieve business objectives
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BUSINESS OWNERS
seeking the comprehensive skillset to ensure sustainable success
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CURRENT STUDENTS
who want to supplement their technical education for rapid career progression
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AIM LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGY FACILITATORS
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Call to Action
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“For somebody new to the industry that I’m in, the wealth of knowledge I gained from the AIM facilitators is invaluable.”
Carole Collie,
Recent AIM Participant
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“Studying with AIM is so much more effective than reading a text book because the facilitator talks about real-world experience, which really
Julian Pinget,
Recent Project Management Course Participant
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Leadership and Strategy FAQs
In a business setting, what constitutes good leadership?
In a business setting, what constitutes good leadership?
Good leadership is the ability to set direction, earn trust and bring people with you. It includes clear communication, emotional intelligence, accountability, and ethical decision-making. Strong leaders create safe, high-performing cultures where people understand expectations, feel valued and stay focused on outcomes.
What is the difference between leadership and management?
What is the difference between leadership and management?
Management focuses on planning, organising and maintaining processes so work gets done efficiently. Leadership focuses on vision, influence and motivating people to achieve shared goals. In practice, great leaders often manage well, and great managers lead well, but the core emphasis is different.
How can I develop my leadership skills and strategic thinking?
How can I develop my leadership skills and strategic thinking?
Start with structured learning that targets both people leadership and strategy. AIM’s online leadership courses and in-person programs build capability in communication, decision-making, stakeholder management, and strategic planning. Combine this with feedback from peers, mentors and real-world workplace practice to embed your learning over time.
