Course description
As a Civil Servant working in policy, it’s critical to learn to give excellent briefings to busy ministers. This course features extensive FAQs with both experienced Civil Servants and politicians—giving participants an inside track to better briefings.
Topics include:
- Oral and written briefings
- How to prepare for a briefing
- What ministers want
- Understanding the political context
- What makes a bad briefing—and a good one?
- The role of the Special Adviser (SPAD)
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Course delivery details
Dods Training offers microlearning opportunities through our new, dedicated online platform. We have worked with online learning professionals to create easy-to-access training covering Policy Making and Briefing a Minister.
Designed to complement our live training programmes, these short, online video courses are delivered by our high-calibre associate trainers, ranging from former MPs and Ministers to Senior Civil Servants.
Our pre-recorded sessions present an affordable, time-efficient way to train your team that suits their busy schedules.
While the two courses complement each other, they can be completed as individual courses depending on your learning needs.
Expenses
Prices start from £375 + VAT.
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