Senior and Executive Managers' Development ProgramEndorsements"Module 11 - Enhancing Your Personal Performance Module was fabulous! The instructors were great and the course content was enlightening. Every Senior Executive in Government should attend. I have recommended it to many of my colleagues."
"Overall, I found the entire program to be excellent. The courses were very relevant and well designed to address the issues faced by managers in government. I have consistently applied the lessons learned with good success and I would recommend this program to any (Senior) manager in the Alberta government."
"Although difficult to find the time to attend the modules, it is definitely worth setting this program as a priority. Each module I attended added value to my understanding and knowledge of government, allowed me to build networks across Ministries and gave me practical applications to my current assignment. The caliber of the module content and the quality of learning environment are exceptional."
"Terrific and enjoyable. It was a wonderful tool for professional development and personal growth. SEMDP modules such as the "Ethics in the Alberta Public Service - Module 13" or "The Legal Environment - Module 4" explored some of the profound challenges that decision makers face and must resolve in order to be effective players in the Alberta Public Service. The networking opportunity was tremendous. I would ungrudgingly recommend the Program."
"The high caliber of the instructors in each module I took impressed me. Each provided a unique and current perspective to their topic, making each course entertaining, educational and relevant."
"Module 4: The Legal Environment - This course provides participants a foundational understanding of the Canadian legal system. Participants develop an appreciation for how Canada came to be, and why the legal system is the way it is. This course provides a tremendous insight into Canadian aboriginal law - a must for every public servant."
"The SEMDP is an excellent program. The topics are very relevant in the new world of governance. The instructors are knowledgeable and present their materials in an informative and engaging manner. I never regretted taking any course and looked forward with anticipation to each day."
"Attending the Senior and Executive Managers' Development Program has been a very rich and rewarding experience. The course material is extremely relevant and well tailored for the public sector environment. The instructors are top quality and the opportunity to network with other Senior and Executive Managers in an environment that encourages open debate and discussion is excellent."
"SEMDP is a wonderful opportunity to improve your skills and make you a more effective manager in the Public Service. Hearing about work situations and solutions from such a wide range of ministries provides a learning opportunity that is unparalleled and should not be missed."
"All of the courses I took were highly valuable. The quality of instruction was tremendous and the opportunity to network with my peers was excellent. As a result of the SEMDP I have made many wonderful contacts across government and I would highly recommend the program to all managers."
"Attending the SEMDP was beneficial for my professional and personal development. The quality of the courses and instruction was excellent. I found the balance between theory and practical application appropriate for my learning style and interest level. The program provides a broader and richer perspective on the business of the Government of Alberta. The opportunity to network, share ideas and wrestle with challenges that face managers within the public service can only serve to enhance one's performance. I plan to pursue other courses in the program I have not yet had the opportunity to participate in."
"Module 5 - Leading and Managing Change - I have just completed a very topical module on Leading and Managing Change. This and all of my previous modules have given me a propitious and unique opportunity to enhance my personal performance, and develop my leadership skills in a collegiate, cross-ministerial and interactive atmosphere, second to none. Credit goes to all the top-notched experienced instructors."
"Module 11 - Enhancing your Personal Performance - I would recommend this course to all who participate in the SEMDP. The instructors were very knowledgeable and friendly. They provided the participants with valuable information to enhance their personal lives from a physical and mental well being perspective. Health without wealth is far superior to wealth without health."
" I really enjoyed the SEMDP courses as they were productive and efficient. In my opinion, the value of instructor led training comes primarily from the instructor, and both organizations (Alberta Government and University of Alberta) have done a fabulous job in assembling well-known staff teaching these classes."
"SEMDP is a well designed program. The modules that I attended provided an excellent overview of key issues facing managers in the Alberta Public Service as well as ideas that can be applied to enhancing organizational and personal performance. I enjoyed the experience and discussions with colleagues from other ministries."
"Module 3 - Leading and Managing Change - Taking the module "Leading and Managing Change" should be more than a must for all government managers and senior staff. Is there anyone not facing change? I have used the process and insights learned at this module for the past 3 years. For large scope change management initiatives, I found that the A (awareness), U (understanding), A (acceptance but doesn't mean agreement) and I (internalizing) concept has helped me ensure that I reach all interested groups at the right level. I have created a matrix using this concept." "Module 10 - Public Consultation and Communication - Consultation is a term used by most of us and I know that there are many different uses. Take the "Consultation and Communications" module and learn that when you give a presentation to a group you have not consulted them but just informed them. Words like consultation, engagement and partnerships take on whole new meanings. If you are going to be working with groups, this module will help you do it better." "Module 4 - The Legal Environment - Working with legislation or policies or groups that are very familiar with their rights, the module "The Legal Environment" will give you some understanding of areas to avoid. I highly recommend this module as in addition to administrative law principles, it has an excellent overview and discussion on aboriginal rights." "Module 14 - Building Effective Teams and Working with Others - Have to put a team together or just been appointed to a team as the lead, the module "Building Effective Teams and Working with Others" is a must. Simple to execute ideas and processes are presented in this module. You will build teams during this module and see that it actually works. I liked the exercises as you can reuse them or know where to get them. They have helped me build new teams and helped me figure out ways to make existing teams work better together." "Module 13 - The Responsible Public Servant: Ethics in the Alberta Public Service - If you are in a position of accountability, you need to take "The Responsible Public Servant: Ethics in the Alberta Public Service". This course doesn't give you any hard answers but it will make you think. I found this to be one of the more valuable courses as it gave me comfort that I am on the right track."
"Module 6 - Transformational Leadership - I have found all the courses I have taken through the SEMDP valuable. The course that has been most beneficial and useful even after 3 years was the Transformational Leadership course. The principles of good leadership modeled in this course can always be used throughout your career and development at home and work."
"I've noticed a definite, and very positive change in my approach to Government of Alberta business as a result of participating in the SEMDP Program."
Last Review / Update: 2006-05-02 |
