Webinar series this Autumn: The Leading Note
Webinar series this Autumn: The Leading Note
Whether you are looking for a refresher course or to learn additional skills to adapt to a new career challenge, our wide-ranging, innovative, highly stimulating and challenging leadership and management training courses will allow you to reach your, and your company's, goals.
Focusing on improving your leadership and management skills is key to enhancing your business capabilities and securing your position as an influential part of the business. With so much change taking place and being faced with many new challenges now is the time to focus on your skills in leadership, innovation, strategy, communication, finance, problem solving and conflict management, to name a few key areas.
Training format
Topic
Free
Free webinar
Dr David Bryon shares how to engage, inspire and influence your audience through powerful content, delivery and connection. Learn practical techniques used by top presenters, speakers and comedians to make every presentation impactful.
Presented by Dr David Bryon
Live online
This interactive two-day course has been designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of both technical and interpersonal project management skills.Â
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Free
Free webinar
Break free from burnout and gridlock. Graham Boyd reveals why trying harder fails during major change and how to build fresh, future-focused solutions.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
New for 2026
Live online
Transform your approach to managing human error with evidence-based insights. Essential training for managers covering cognitive biases, process improvement and organisational communication failures.
Presented by Andy Farrall
Live online
This intense corporate governance training course is designed to help you build your knowledge of using corporate governance to build a more effective, productive and stronger organisation
Presented by Russell Shackleton
Live online
This comprehensive two-day course will introduce you to the core concepts of what makes an excellent leader - in the context of the pharmaceutical industry - and how to apply the different skills of leading your staff and team to maximise results
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Free
Free webinar
This free lunchtime course explores how building emotionally intelligent teams boosts communication, productivity, and growth while reducing workplace stress and costs.
Presented by Claire Mould
Live online
This programme will explore the key concepts of critical thinking applied to problem solving and decision making for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical professionals.
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Free
Free webinar
Transform challenges into opportunities with insights from the entrepreneur whose innovative thinking created the globally celebrated Kinky Boots phenomenon.
Presented by Steve Pateman
Live online
This practical two-day programme is a must-attend event for any newly promoted or aspiring HR advisors, as well as those looking for a refresher.
Presented by Miss Jocelyn Hughes
Free
Free webinar
FREE lunchtime session! Learn practical stress management techniques for work and life. Recognise signs, understand impacts, and apply effective strategies to reduce stress.
Presented by Claire Mould
New for 2026
Live online
This two-day interactive course covers the essential interpersonal skills needed to excel as a life sciences project manager.
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
New for 2026
Live online
This highly focussed day will give you the knowledge for your business to build structures and interactions that will protect and enable the organisation to become regenerative and sustainable.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
New for 2026
Live online
This highly effective four module webinar aims to help delegates to develop and hone their skills in resolving and managing conflict.
Presented by Robert Hersowitz
New for 2026
Live online
Navigate complex UK Bribery Act requirements affecting all UK companies globally. Includes Economic Crime Act 2023 updates and compliance frameworks.
Presented by Manoj Nair
New for 2026
Live online
Master FCPA compliance for international business operations. Learn jurisdictional triggers, third-party risks and enforcement strategies to protect against multi-million dollar fines.
Presented by Manoj Nair
Free
Free webinar
Step up from managing to leading with Kevin Hard's expert guidance. Discover how empowering others creates better wellbeing, retention, productivity, and organisational culture in just 1 hour.
Presented by Kevin Hard
Live online
A highly interactive course, especially designed for in-house counsel and private practice lawyers, covering both theory and practical skills to develop negotiating knowledge and techniques to achieve the best outcomes
Presented by Mark Weston
Free
Free webinar
FREE lunchtime webinar exploring WHO-recognised burnout syndrome. Learn to identify symptoms, understand brain science, and discover practical strategies to break the cycle.
Presented by Claire Mould
New for 2026
Live online
Learn how to reframe your business strategy to build resiliance and create growth in your organisation in today's volatile economy.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
Live online
Working in the highly competitive pharmaceutical industry, with ever-increasing change and pressure, is probably one of the most challenging managerial roles of any industry today.
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Live online
This masterclass will demystify the complex area of shares, why they are issued, how they should be registered and managed
Presented by Russell Shackleton
New for 2026
Live online
In today's rapidly changing business environment the role of the non-executive director is crucial but full of challenges. This course will help you rise to meet the demands of the role.
Presented by Russell Shackleton
New for 2026
Live online
This session covers how to develop leaders and teams who can adapt and thrive in a volatile economy. Gain practical tools to transform your organisation's adaptive capacity.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
Live online
This highly interactive course will transform your approach to negotiations to realise greater commercial success, strengthen relationships by developing a partnership approach to risk management, and achieve win-win outcomes
Presented by Catherine Hurst
Free
Free webinar
FREE lunchtime webinar exploring four types of resilience with practical tools to help professionals bounce back from workplace challenges and thrive through adversity.
Presented by Claire Mould
Live online
A three-day accelerated management programme to give you the high-performance management skills of an MBA, designed specifically for pharmaceutical/biotechnology professionals and also applicable to medical device/animal health industries
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
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New for 2026
Live online
Transform your core business structures into agile governance systems to enable strategic responsiveness and long-term value creation in today's fast-changing economy.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
Live online
Mediation has a high degree of success - if the process is handled correctly. Are you up to speed and able to avoid going to court or arbitration?
Presented by Roger Levitt
Free
Free webinar
FREE lunchtime webinar exploring practical stress reduction techniques and resilience-building strategies to enhance workplace wellbeing and mental health for busy professionals.
Presented by Claire Mould
Live online
Understand the importance of accuracy and attention to detail in day-to-day work and overcome the distractions of home working
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Live online
This course will help participants learn to communicate and influence more effectively within the pharma and biopharma industries.
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Live online
The leading clinical research project management course designed specifically for the pharma/bio industries – also applicable to those working in medical devices and animal health
Presented by Dr Laura Brown
Live online
If you're a business in the EU, or want to trade with a business in the EU, you need to have a good understanding of the implications of this new Directive
Presented by Russell Shackleton
Live online
This masterclass will give you the skills and understanding to write clear, compelling and factual documents to give your business initiatives the best chance of success.
Presented by Helene Russell
New for 2026
Live online
Transform from rigid corporate structures to dynamic business ecosystems. Learn strategic flexibility, stakeholder governance, and practical frameworks for future-proofing your organisation.
Presented by Dr Graham Boyd
Live online
This practical training course will give you the skills and knowledge to manage meetings effectively
Presented by Russell Shackleton
Live online
This two-day workshop will give you an opportunity to improve and enhance your persuading and influencing skills within business
Presented by Robert Hersowitz
Self-paced e-learning
Protect yourself and your organisation by ensuring you understand the rights of your employees and your employer in this legal minefield where misunderstanding can easily lead to expensive litigation. Gain the key skills needed to fulfil this demanding role with this 8 module on-line course allowing 3 to 4 hours per module to be completed in your own time.
Self-paced e-learning
Sharpen your financial skills and boost your core effectiveness in 8 on-line modules each requiring between 3 to 4 hours study to be completed in your own time
Sultan Kermally
Self-paced e-learning
As a Company Director, your responsibilities and legal obligations are critical - you owe it to yourself and your company to be adequately informed. Improve and update your knowledge in just 6 modules over 6 weeks.
Self-paced e-learning
All managers should have an understanding of employment law issues. Too many think this is the province of the HR department and might often find themselves skirting breaches in discrimination law, statutory rights, diversity issues and health and safety infringements, to name a few – without even knowing! This short course will give you a good grounding in the key areas so when you find yourself in a challenging HR situation you have all the key facts and knowledge at your disposal.
Self-paced e-learning
In four hours this *Personal Improvement Course* will explain and teach you the core skills needed to be an effective leader in business.
Mark Thomas
Self-paced e-learning
In 4 hours this *Personal Improvement Course* will explain the theory, and provide practical advise on how to enhance your personal and team management skills
Mark Thomas
Self-paced e-learning
Few people can afford the years - or the money - for an MBA course. But this does not mean that you cannot use the key principles of an MBA to your advantage in your day-to-day business life. This on-line course of 12 modules will show you how.
Mark Thomas
Self-paced e-learning
In four hours this Performance Improvement e-learning programme will highlight the key competencies of the successful negotiator. It will show you how to use relational influence and power to your advantage, explain and demonstrating the art of creative bargaining, dealing with conflict and how to tender for those all important contracts. *All for £95/€109!*
Self-paced e-learning
A 14 module self-managed, flexible, online learning course: Focus on the essential MBA theory, practice and technique needed to be a high-performing manager in the field of pharmaceutical with this 14 module course allowing 3 to 4 hours per module to be completed in your own time.
Mark Thomas
Self-paced e-learning
In four hours this programme will explain how finance works, how money flows around your business, will show you how to read financial reports with confidence and how you can ensure profitability.
Self-paced e-learning
Proven techniques for all managers and directors who have to create, manage and control a project from creation to completion, effectively, efficiently and within budget. Gain key management skills needed to fulfil this demanding role with this 8 module course requiring 3 to 4 hours each module to be completed in your own time.
Self-paced e-learning
A four hour on-line course detailing proven techniques for all managers and directors who have to create, manage and control a project from creation to completion, effectively, efficiently and within budget.
Self-paced e-learning
Strengthen your understanding of the practical skills and knowledge that the HR Business Partner needs on a day-to-day basis with this 6 modular, on-line, interactive and easy-to-use training course
Self-paced e-learning
In four hours this programme will enhance your commercial awareness and understanding whilst detailing best practice in your commercial dealings.
Self-paced e-learning
A concise 6 module online learning course for the entrepreneur
Self-paced e-learning
Strengthen your understanding of the legal obligations and responsibilities of the company secretarial administrator with this programme. Accredited for 18 CPD Hours
Self-paced e-learning
Safeguard your cash flow and profitability with direct and timely action using a full knowledge of your legal rights with this on-line course
Self-paced e-learning
This self-paced online course will equip people managers with the knowledge and skills to understand and effectively manage underperforming employees.
Kathy Daniels
Self-paced e-learning
Focus on the essential practical skills, knowledge and techniques needed to be a high-performer in the field of telecommunications.
Kevin Hard
Publication
This book aims to provide a simple but valuable framework the 2-by-2 matrix which can be used by any manager or executive in varied situations in business to resolve such issues and problems.
Publication
This extensive reference work covers every topic of relevance for the Company Secretary and Company Director. It provides structured answers and expert guidance on a vast range of frequently asked – and less frequently asked – questions.
Publication
The new 12th edition is updated in again for 2019 when managers are faced with more new legislation, obligations and potential penalties. It explains what the law is and then what to do on every aspect of employment practice
Publication
A major new reference work, in an easy-to-use A-Z format, covering all aspects of facilities and property management, strategy, administration and control, backed up by a wealth of practical suggestions. Covers all the latest legislation on waste, energy consumption and environmental issues and offers valuable insights into the management of property assets.
Publication
This new edition is a goldmine of ideas, advice and techniques from one of the world's leading writers on management and leadership. It brings together all of John Adair's thinking on leadership, teambuilding, creativity and innovation, problem-solving, motivation, communication and time-management.
John Adair
Publication
This Report provides essential tips and guidance when choosing and using lawyers and other professional advisers and helps ensure you better understand the process and what exactly you are buying
Publication
This new 15th edition of the best-selling *Company Director's Desktop Guide* provides an indispensable guide to the key issues and liabilities faced by all company directors. Fully revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in legislation, it includes checklists, charts and summaries throughout.
Publication
This new edition is fully up-to-date with all the latest law and practice. An expert and accessible guide to the complex duties, rights and responsibilities of this crucial role, packed with valuable checklists, summaries and do's and don'ts.
Publication
This book encapsulates John Adair's writing on the art and skills of effective communication. You will find it equally valuable whether you are beginning your career or looking for an expert refresher course.
John Adair
Publication
Encapsulates all of John Adair's writing on how to recognise and enhance creativity in your organisation. It focusses on team training, generation of ideas, communication and overcoming obstacles, the key characteristics of innovators and how to organise and use them to best effect.
John Adair
Publication
The Concise Adair on Leadership encapsulates his writing on how to develop your own leadership potential, to motivate your colleagues and to build a creative and high-performing team.
John Adair
Publication
This book develops John Adair's classic theory on Team, Task and Individual, and summarises all his thoughts and writing on leadership and motivation and getting the best from people.
John Adair
Publication
Valuable ideas on how to establish clear long-term goals and link your daily action planning to their achievement. It provides you with the tools, techniques and framework needed for continuing personal development.
John Adair
Publication
This book covers the key areas of digital marketing that need to be addressed so that plans to achieve sales growth can be implemented successfully
Publication
This book - by an insider with plenty of experience of hiring coaches and acting as a coach - provides a pragmatic insight into executive coaching for those who are contemplating a career move and becoming an executive coach
Publication
The new edition of this Desktop Guide provides a clear, practical guide to all aspects of accountancy, financial and business literacy. It includes changes to accounting standards and the move to IFRS and is packed with examples, checklists, summaries and special tips.
Publication
Fire safety regulations underwent radical changes for over 30 years and company owners, employers, landlords and builders all face a seismic shift in liabilities and potential penalties.
Publication
Who are the great leaders in history and what have they got to teach us today about the nature and practice of leadership? John Adair explores a wide range of inspiring leaders, from Lao Tzu and Machiavelli, to Thatcher and Mandela.
John Adair
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A one-stop guide to the world's most important thinkers and writers on business strategy. It expertly summarises all the key strategic concepts and analyses the pro's and con's of many of the key theories in practice.
Publication
A one-stop guide to the world's key writers on leadership, their thoughts and contributions.
Mark Thomas
Publication
A one-stop guide to the world's most influential writers on marketing, their key concepts, theories and frameworks. Includes Drucker, Levitt on marketing myopia, Kotler on marketing management, Porter on competitive strategy, Day, Nagle, Ansoff, Seth and Peters.
Sultan Kermally
Publication
Managers have to manage people. It is the most difficult and yet the most rewarding function. This is a one-stop guide to the world's most important writers on managing people, summarising all the key concepts and the contribution of each.
Sultan Kermally
Publication
An insightful and amusing book about management fads – past and present.
Publication
This key text provides a practical understanding of the skills required to become a high-performance internal consultant, whatever your own area of expertise.
Mark Thomas
Publication
Geoff Marsh is a master of presentation skills. In this book he gives the reader the knowledge and techniques needed to engage with audiences and deliver inspirational presentations in all situations.
Geoff Marsh
Publication
This book deals with the latest requirements, and the new requirements regarding Registers of Persons of Significant Control.
Publication
Based on extensive research, this book challenges accepted 'norms' and establishes the 7 key competencies required for successful leadership today
Publication
This inspiring book gives you the techniques to life-coach yourself to success in all areas of your life. It's written by two highly successful entrepreneurs who've actually followed and tested the advice they preach with very positive results.
Publication
Absolutely everybody in all types of organisations has to make the critical leap to managing people for the first time.
Publication
Practical techniques for profiling your business and the competition, analysing the market, mastering strategic thinking, positioning for marketplace success, option appraisal and strategic decision-making, as well as implementing and managing change.
Publication
Without a grasp of what true leadership implies you cannot hope to develop a really effective team. This book shows what distinguishes truly high-achieving teams from the rest of the pack.
Publication
How to build and develop a successful team by motivating, empowering and leading people. Based on in-depth experience of developing people and initiating change within many organisations, Mark Thomas provides a shrewd, practical guide to mastering the essential techniques of people management.
Mark Thomas
Publication
A master-class in how to achieve your full potential which takes a practical approach to managing change, personal development, achievement and fulfilment.
Publication
maxim...ise! is not your usual collection of maxims, it is much more. A compilation of carefully curated quotes and maxims designed to provide a source of contemplation and inspiration for all those who are facing and navigating the challenges of a fast changing world.
Mark Thomas
Publication
The Mobile Boardroom covers the challenges business owners and directors will face when they involved in Buying, Growing or Selling a company. Top tips on all aspects of the business cycle will take you through everything you need to know.
Publication
Navigating the Rivers of Cash is a practical business book in which the author seeks to inspire ambitious business leaders and entrepreneurs to create and build exceptional businesses with a sustainable purpose in society.
Publication
Transform yourself from being just another coach into someone who stands out to your clients as the natural and only choice.
Publication
This treasure trove of a book is crammed full of time-tested strategies and techniques to help you to get more customers, get more out of your customers and to keep them coming back for more.
Publication
Provides entrepreneurs with a practical guide on how to set and manage the pricing of both products and services. It outlines the process of deriving a pricing strategy first, then monitoring the profit implications of the pricing decisions made. In a climate of market instability, the skilful use of pricing strategies has never been more important.
Publication
Punch above your weight! addresses the important idea that in reality each one of us can be thought of as a business. This inspirational book gives you a route-map to success.
Publication
If you are an owner, a director or you manage a sales team, this book will help you learn more about how to manage the sales operation of your business. It will make it easier to get first-class out of your sales people which will increase your company’s sales and profitability!
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Based on the authors' extensive research, the book builds on the GROW coaching model and introduces a new model which involves 5 core capabilities and a 7-step process - The Achieve Coaching model.
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This practical and succinct book presents all the essential theory, practice and techniques taught to MBA students and is ideal for the busy practising executive. The book is divided into three main parts: personal development, management skills and business development.
Publication
A complete guide to Successful Career Management relevant for organisations, leaders and individuals.
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This book is designed for the manager who recognises the need both for a coherent training strategy and for training itself that is professionally planned and organised. Whether you are a full-time training manager, or line manager with responsibility for implementing training, this book will act as a constant source of guidance and helpful advice.
Publication
This specially commissioned report sets out a blue-print for the future of HR to enable you to deliver proven value to your Board, business and colleagues.
Publication
A complete guide to working for yourself which includes running a business, starting a company or being self-employed.
Publication
This book provides a framework for understanding any culture in the world, offering strategies and tactics for getting people from different countries on your side, and detailing the knowledge you need to make the right impression and avoid giving offence.
Barry Tomalin
Free
Recorded webcast
We will all be aware of the term AI, but how many of us really understand it? We are constantly told that it is likely to change so many aspects of our future world and organisations. Yet what level of knowledge do we really have on the subject? Book your complimentary place below to get up to speed on the rapidly developing world of Artificial Intelligence.
Presented by Afke Schouten
and Mark Thomas
Free
Recorded webcast
FWF partner and CEO, founder of SusteneriGroup. Rudi Plettinx will explore the world of sustainable business and seek to cut through the fog of corporate hype and explore what really needs to happen to drive sustainability. Rudi will be joined by colleagues, Luc Garguet-Dupont & Ugeshree Thakurpersad Director and Founder of DevRani Consult.
Presented by Luc Garguet-Duport
+ 3 more
Free
Recorded webcast
An Ecosystem is an ‘interconnected system’ or a working group through which individuals or businesses with common goals, purpose, or challenges can openly share, collaborate, learn, and co-create new opportunities. Â
Presented by Jennifer Vessels
and Mark Thomas
Free
Recorded webcast
With the pace of technology, desire for flexibility and search for meaning shaping the world of work, there is a need for a new leader, and that leader is you.
Presented by Ed Jordan
Free
Recorded webcast
A successful business plan must be strategic, purposeful, and adaptable. In this talk, learn how to create a dynamic, working document.
Presented by Claire Mould
Free
Recorded webcast
In this course, analyse the employee journey, gaining insights into each stage, and learn how value-based, compassionate recruitment practices can enhance organisational culture and long-term success.
Presented by Claire Mould
Free
Recorded webcast
By comparing the unique demands of dressage and rowing, this talk will discuss resilience, setting actionable goals and building a cohesive team though clear communication and shared values.
Presented by Clare Hole
Free
Recorded webcast
By the end of the course, individuals will be prepared to confidently handle a wide range of communication and negotiation scenarios, driving successful and mutually beneficial results.
Presented by Claire Mould
Free
Recorded webcast
Influenced by the boldness of pioneering explorers who ventured into the unknown, this talk is an inspirational speaking event that unlocks the secrets to navigating uncertainty and achieving purpose.
Presented by William Thomson
Free
Recorded webcast
This programme will provide a clear understanding of the independent yet interdependent nature of policy, processes, and, practice – focusing on putting people at the centre of these.
Presented by Claire Mould
Free
Recorded webcast
How do you lead when the seas are rough, the journey feels endless, and the goal seems impossibly far? This talk offers actionable strategies for staying focused, motivating others, and navigating uncertainty with confidence.
Presented by Janette Benaddi
Free
Recorded webcast
As more individuals struggle at work due to declining mental health, this course highlights its impact and explores key wellbeing components, warning signs and effective support strategies.
Presented by Claire Mould
Free
Recorded webcast
Work-related stress affects 914,000 workers annually, costing the UK £28.3 billion. Join our FREE session to learn how compassionate leadership can reduce stress and boost workplace wellbeing.
Presented by Claire Mould
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An essential course for those responsible for facilities management within their business.
Bespoke
This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge required to successfully put a fire safety policy in place within your workplace environment.
Bespoke
An essential guide for directors, managers, and all those with health & safety responsibilities within a business.
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Delivered by someone who performed for Mandela himself. Learn courage-based leadership through compelling stories that shaped a nation and can transform your approach.
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This course will empower leaders to drive positive transformation in their business, whilst staying within the law.
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Every company needs to have a health & safety policy in place. If this is your area of responsibility, this webinar will give you the knowledge to put a policy together and to put it into practice.
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This programme has been specifically designed for those HR professionals who operate at, or aspire to operate at, a senior level within their businesses.
Bespoke
If your employees are posting about your company on their personal social media accounts, do you know what you can and cannot do about it? And are you aware of how you can use social media for recruitment?
Bespoke
Understand how to professionally, legally and sensitively manage disciplinary procedures and get to grips with the differences between fair and unfair dismissals.
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This highly focussed course will give you the knowledge and skills to evaluate and optimise your organisations strategies for understanding and improving business processes.
Bespoke
A practical course tackling the issue of human error and how to effectively manage it in the transport sector.
Bespoke
Thousands of claims are put before the Employment Tribunal every year. Do you have a clear understanding of the process and how best to approach it?
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An intense masterclass for everyone needing to get to grips with waste management laws and regulations within a business.
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This masterclass will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to successfully manage an accident scene and undertake accident investigations in a workplace environment.
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