Looking for public sector leadership training in 2026? Try People Matters

Whether you are preparing to lead a team for the first time or looking to refine your management approach, this program offers practical tools and strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the public sector.

How can People Matters help my public sector career?

Leading and managing in the public sector requires a distinct set of skills to manage teams, foster collaboration and deliver meaningful outcomes. The People Matters program is specifically designed to meet these needs, providing participants with the opportunity to develop their leadership style, improve communication and strengthen team dynamics. There are three tailored options to suit different goals.

People Matters 3-day leadership program

Who's it for

New and aspiring leaders, levels A06 to A08.

The signature program is ideal for emerging and current leaders who want to build confidence, develop self-awareness, enhance their leadership capabilities and make a greater impact in their role.

Participants will gain

• three days of training, delivered in-person or virtually
• practical, scenario-based learning to prepare for real-world challenges
• tools to improve decision-making and problem-solving
• strategies to strengthen team relationships and collaboration
• insights into effective communication and conflict resolution.

3-day leadership program dates

Location	Date
Brisbane	Monday 16, Tuesday 17 and Tuesday 31 March
Brisbane	Monday 13, Tuesday 14 and Thursday 30 April
Virtual	Monday 11, Tuesday 12 and Tuesday 26 May
Brisbane	Wednesday 3, Thursday 4 and Friday 19 June
Brisbane	Monday 15, Tuesday 16 and Friday 26 June
Virtual	Tuesday 14, Wednesday 15 and Wednesday 29 July
Brisbane	Tuesday 4, Wednesday 5 and Wednesday 19 August
Brisbane	Monday 17, Tuesday 18 August and Tuesday 1 September
Virtual	Wednesday 16, Thursday 17 September and Thursday 1 October
Brisbane	Thursday 15, Friday 16 and Friday 30 October
Virtual	Wednesday 4, Thursday 5 and Thursday 19 November

Find out more about the 3-day leadership program.

1-day performance conversations program

Who’s it for

Team and program leaders, executives and individual contributors in the Queensland public sector.

This program focuses on equipping leaders with the skills to conduct meaningful and effective performance conversations.

Participants will learn how to

• provide constructive feedback
• foster a culture of continuous improvement
• build trust and engagement through open communication.

1-day performance conversations program dates

Location	Date
Virtual	Tuesday 17 March
Brisbane	Wednesday 20 May
Virtual	Tuesday 28 July
Brisbane	Friday 11 September
Virtual	Monday 9 November

Find out more about the performance conversations program.

1-day recruitment and selection program

Who’s it for

Team and program leaders, HR team, hiring managers, panel chairs and members.

This program is designed to support leaders in making fair, transparent, and effective hiring decisions.

Participants will learn

• best practices for recruitment and selection
• techniques for conducting structured interviews
• strategies to ensure diversity and inclusion in hiring.

1-day recruitment and selection program dates

Location	Date
Brisbane	Thursday 12 February
Virtual	Wednesday 27 May
Brisbane	Friday 19 June
Virtual	Thursday 27 August
Brisbane	Thursday 22 October

Find out more about the recruitment and selection program.

Your next steps

Are you a Queensland public servant?

Speak with your manager, HR or people and culture team about completing People Matters and how to register.

Are you part of HR or people and culture at a Queensland Government agency?

Contact development@psc.qld.gov.au for further details on People Matters and how it can support your people with the knowledge and skills to lead with confidence.

Last updated:

30 January 2026