The Advanced Leadership Program An exclusive developmental experience for elite female school leaders across the Asia Pacific ISLA Women Leaders Initiative Proudly presented by the International Schools Leadership Alliance FEE SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS See page 7 for details
International Schools Leadership Alliance The international Schools Leadership Alliance (ISLA) has emerged out of the respected Australian school system and brings the extraordinary work of the National Excellence in School Leadership Initiative (NESLI) together with a range of international education stakeholders to provide a range of outstanding developmental opportunities for school leaders throughout the Asia Pacific region. Through the International Schools Leadership Alliance, NESLI is collaborating with an increasing number of international stakeholders to define a new global standard for the development of school leaders. The initiative is administered from the International Schools Leadership Alliance main campus in Melbourne, Australia. For further information on ISLA visit www.schoolsalliance.org Asia Pacific Efficacy Review Committee ISLA Women Leaders Initiative The ISLA Women Leaders Initiative is an international enterprise committed to supporting and increasing the presence of women in school leadership roles. Through supporting a greater percentage of talented women to step up into school leadership positions, tremendous cultural and economic benefits will follow. The ISLA Women Leaders Initiative is informed and guided by ten years of research into the unique challenges and complexities that women leaders face and comprises a range of professional development programs, advisory services, personalised coaching and networking opportunities. Every year, ISLA works closely with thousands of female teachers and schools in areas such as leadership, coaching and mentoring and gender equality. For further information on the ISLA Women Leaders Initiative visit www.schoolsalliance.org 02 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
What is the Advanced Leadership Program? The Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) is a concentrated development experience specifically designed to enable elite female school leaders to realise the full heights of their leadership aspirations. The program has been developed to reflect the complex needs and challenges of today s female school leaders by offering both skills development and emotional enrichment. The structure and content of the (ALP) has been influenced by a unique range of stakeholders including respected leadership experts, leading universities and female teachers across all school sectors. At its heart, the ALP is designed to support the development of high calibre female educators and as such the program is intrinsically linked to school learning outcomes. Having a commanding grasp of the essential behavioural and environmental complexities of effective leadership is instrumental in achieving your long term goals. The ALP is built around ISLA s guiding principles of empowerment, growth and collaboration ensuring that participants connect deeply with their learning journey and establish the foundations for long term career growth. The Advanced Leadership Program will equip you with the strategies, passion and purpose to pursue a full and rewarding career in school leadership 03 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Program Methodology, Components & Core Themes The Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) provides a critical forum for female school leaders to deeply explore their personal strengths and weaknesses and how these factors influence their interaction with others. The ALP employs a blended learning methodology based around expert tuition, peer knowledge-sharing, and practical workplace application. Throughout the program, learnings are related back to the day-to-day realities and challenges of each participant within the school context. Through combining these facets, participants not only learn how to be more effective in the short term, but are supported to develop sustainable approaches to future challenges. Throughout the programme, four core themes are explored: Theme 1: Mindful and authentic leadership Theme 2: Conflict and feedback the DNA of performance Theme 3: Mastering influencing and negotiation Theme 4: Creating my Pathway PROGRAM SNAPSHOT 5 MONTHS 2 HOURS The Advanced Leadership Program total duration Average weekly time commitment PROGRAM ELEMENTS 01 02 03 05 06 08 09 11 12 Capability assessment Webinar 1: Programme orientation session Peer Coaching Session: 1 Two week interlude to undertake personal development project Webinar 2: Mindful and authentic leadership Peer Coaching Session: 2 Two week interlude to undertake personal development project Webinar 3: Conflict and feedback the DNA of performance Peer Coaching Session: 3 Two week interlude to undertake personal development project Webinar 4: Mastering influencing and negotiation Peer Coaching Session: 4 2:30 2:00 2:30 2:00 2:30 2:00 2:30 Schedule Self-diagnostic 1 Peer Coaching Sessions 4 Interactive Webinar Sessions 6 School-based Activities weekly 14 Two week interlude to undertake personal development project Webinar 5: Creating my Pathway Six week interlude to embed key learning and future actions 2:00 2:00 20 Webinar 6: Reconnect and refocus session 04 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Program elements explained The program alternates between delivery modes to create a rich and engaging learning environment. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC At the beginning of the program, participants undertake a capability assessment to evaluate their ability and confidence in key areas. Results from this simple assessment support each participant to develop a personal action plan to help them achieve their developmental objectives. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS Throughout the program participants complete a number of small personal development projects. By contextualising major themes within each participant s unique work setting, the projects reinforce key learning and equip participants to operationalise new approaches. SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING During the program, content and media for each module is accessible 24/7 via a state-of-the-art online learning management system that allows participants to engage with it any time from any device. ONLINE WORKSHOPS Throughout the program participants engage in live, interactive webinar sessions, focused on rich discussion and debate. PEER COACHING SESSIONS The coaching agenda is guided by the individual action plans and is critical in ensuring that the Colloquium experience delivers optimal value to each participant. INTERACTIVE ONLINE COMMUNITY/PORTAL During the program participants have 24/7 access to the interactive online portal which connects them with other female leaders from schools throughout the Asia Pacific region. Themes explained THEME 1: Mindful and authentic leadership Leadership presence is the key to dynamic and authentic leadership. Mindfulness strategies anchor us in the present moment and focus our energies, enabling us to take command of the task at hand. The first module introduces participants to a values-based operational framework as they explore the relationship between personal authenticity and effective performance. Participants take a deep dive into the traits and behaviours that define exceptional leaders in today s society and consider how to synthesise their personal aims and objectives with that of their role in order to optimise their impact and stay focused on their goals. THEME 2: Conflict and feedback the DNA of Performance Although many people shy away from conflict and perceive it as negative, conflict is a natural and normal part of life. Unresolved conflict can result in negative consequences but when handled effectively, conflict leads to a better awareness of other people s feelings and can be highly productive. The second module approaches conflict and feedback as proactive management tools and fundamental ingredients in effective communication. Participants identify key principles of performance management in order to ensure consistency with desired objectives. THEME 3: Mastering influencing and negotiation Our ability to effectively influence and negotiate with others is fundamental to success in all areas of life and no more so than in our role as leaders and educators. As leaders we use these skills every day to settle differences and achieve optimal outcomes for ourselves and our schools. The third module will explore the psychology involved in influencing others and negotiating for a particular outcome. Participants will have an opportunity to put their skills to the test before evaluating their strengths and weaknesses and developing strategies for future success. THEME 4: Creating my path The demands placed upon today s school leaders are many and varied. As our everyday environments increase in complexity it is easy to become distracted by the immediate at the expense of what s truly important. The final module centres on developing a coherent and dynamic game plan for future career and life fulfilment. Within the context and expectations of their own workplace, participants consider the steps required to fully leverage their passions and purpose, find their sweet spot and realise their true potential. 05 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
program registration PROGRAM PREREQUISITES The Advanced Leadership program has been developed for an elite cohort of female school leaders. Accordingly, participants are expected to have held a senior leadership role (Principal, Vice Principal, Deputy or Assistant Principal, Head of Campus or equivalent) for a minimum of three years. Graduates of advanced post graduate courses with less than three years experience may also apply. PROGRAM COST The standard program fee is USD $4,090. This covers all program related materials, tuition and coaching. Through the National Excellence in School Leadership Initiative, partial scholarships are available to a small number of program applicants. HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE PROGRAMM Full fee program registrations can be made by completing the official Advanced Leadership Program Registration Form included in this document. Registrations can also be made by contacting the ISLA Asia Pacific Enrolments office directly. Isla Asia Pacific Enrolments Office Email: info@schoolsalliance.org Telephone: +61 3 9270 9000 Post: PO Box 4079, Melbourne University, Victoria, 3052, Australia 06 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Program Fee Support Bursary (PFSB) Through the International Schools Leadership Alliance, financial bursaries are available to female leaders from international schools during 2015 to support their participation in the ALP. The funding model aligns with ISLA s commitment to creating equitable access to leadership development across international markets. Through the funding stream, successful applicants will be awarded a bursary of USD $2,500 to offset a significant portion of the program fee. Please note, funding is periodically reviewed and is subject to quotas. PROGRAM FEES Standard fees USD $4,090 PFSB USD $2,500 Participant fees USD $1,590 PFSB Funding PFSB Application Process In order to apply for a PFSB, interested parties must first complete the PFSB Application Form. Successful funding applicants will then be sent a program registration form to formalise their bursary and place in the program. To obtain the PFSB Application Form, please contact the ISLA Asia Pacific Enrolments office via the details provided below (email preferred). Asia Pacific Enrolments Office Telephone: +61 3 9270 9000 Email: info@schoolsalliance.org Postal address: PO Box 4079 Melbourne University Victoria 3052 Australia Physical address: Level 9, 607 Bourke Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 Australia 07 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Stakeholders and supporters The International Schools Leadership Alliance is supported by a unique group of senior education specialists through the International Efficacy Review Committee (IERC). The IERC provides ongoing advice in relation to pedagogy and learning outcomes across all ISLA program offerings. In doing so, the IERC plays a key role in ensuring the ongoing relevance and quality of ISLA programs across all geographical boundaries. The committee comprises a range of highly respected experts from areas such as higher education, educational learning research, executive school administration and school leadership. INTERNATIONAL EFFICACY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS Dr. Bruce Stenlake Convenor, Asia Pacific Efficacy Review Committee, International Schools Leadership Alliance Mr Dominic C.A. Meachen International Director, Asia Pacific, International Schools Leadership Alliance Dr Shanti Divaharan Associate Professor in the Learning Sciences and Technologies Academic Group, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Dr Ida A.C. MOK Associate Dean (Local Engagement), The University of Hong Kong Prof Dr Lilia Halim Professor, Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) Prof. Dr. Ananda Kumar A/L Palaniappan Professor, Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya (UM) Professor Jian Lin PhD, Professor, Vice-Director of Centre for Engineering Education, Education Policy Studies & Leadership, Tsinghua University Associate Professor Bentao Yuan PhD, Professor, Director of Education Policy Studies and Leadership Institute, Tsinghua University Professor Yan Luo PhD, Associate Professor, Education Policy Studies and Leadership, Tsinghua University Prof. Geoff Riordan Dean, Faculty of Education, Science, Technology and Mathematics, University of Canberra Associate Professor BAO Chuanyou Associate Professor, Institute for Teacher Education (ITE), Beijing Normal University Associate Prof Allie Clemans Director - Graduate Programmes and Professional Experience, Faculty of Education, Monash University 08 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Network, learn and exchange ideas with school leaders across the world The ISLA alumni has been created to provide ongoing support to participants of the Advanced Leadership Program by creating a much sought after channel for school leaders to network, learn, and exchange ideas. Through various online and face to face activities, the alumni will become an invaluable part of the contemporary school leader s professional toolkit. The ISLA alumni is open to education professionals from all education systems including government, independent, international and catholic. As part of the world s only international alumni of school leaders members enjoy a unique platform to cut across the various streams and geographical divides to access the best available leadership thinking regardless of where it resides. MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Unique global forum to network with likeminded education leaders across all school systems and geographies Access to periodical whitepapers, articles and industry updates from a range of education and leadership experts 24/7 access to online learning resources and media Invitations to attend exclusive alumni events, public lectures and professional development workshops. MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA Graduates of the Advanced Leadership Program ALP graduates automatically become eligible for membership. Non-graduates of the Advanced Leadership Program School leaders who have not completed the ALP may apply for membership (fees apply for non- ALP graduates) on the basis of specific criteria. Membership is open to teaching and non-teaching school professionals. The ISLA Alumni provides a wonderful platform for school leaders from all school systems to come together as a single community. When we think about a school leader from Singapore exchanging ideas with a school leader from Canada, China, or the USA... what a tremendous opportunity Mr Dominic C.A. Meachen International Director, Asia Pacific, International Schools Leadership Alliance 09 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
Registration Form Advanced Leadership Program RETURN TO ISLA ASIA PACIFIC VIA EMAIL Email: info@schoolsalliance.org PROGRAM FEES PER PARTICIPANT Fees payable: USD $4,090 APPLICANT DETAILS Name: Position: Email address: Mobile/Cell number: SCHOOL DETAILS Name: Telephone number: Address: PRINCIPAL DETAILS Name: Email address: Telephone number: PROGRAM FEE SUPPORT BURSARY (PFSB) Through the International Schools Leadership Alliance, financial bursaries are available to female school leaders during 2015 to support their participation in the ALP. The funding model aligns with ISLA s commitment to creating equitable access to the leadership development across international markets. Through the funding stream, successful applicants will be awarded a bursary of USD $2,500 to offset a significant portion of program fees. Please note, funding is periodically reviewed and is subject to quotas. PROGRAM FEES Standard fees USD $4,090 PFSB USD $2,500 Participant fees USD $1,590 PFSB APPLICATION PROCESS In order to apply for a PFSB, interested parties must first complete the PFSB Application Form. Successful funding applicants will then be sent an ALP registration form to formalise their bursary and place in the program. To obtain the PFSB Application Form, please contact the Asia Pacific Enrolments office via the details provided below (email preferred). Asia Pacific Enrolments Office Telephone: +61 3 9270 9000 Email: info@schoolsalliance.org Postal address: PO Box 4079, Melbourne University, Victoria, 3052 Physical address: Level 9, 607 Bourke Street Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3000 CREDIT CARD PAYMENT (Visa or Mastercard Only) Name PFSB Funding PAYMENT Please confirm your fees by selecting the appropriate option (1 only): I am paying the standard rate: USD $4,090 I have been awarded an PFSB Bursary: USD $1,590 Bursary Code (6 digits): Card Number Expiry Date / CVC Number Fees paid Signature *Please email remittance advice to info@asam.edu.au The 3 digit number on card signature strip REGISTRATION ENQUIRIES (Preferred method for enquiries is email) Email: info@schoolsalliance.org Telephone: +61 3 9270 9000 010 THE ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM :: www.schoolsalliance.org
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