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Distinctive Leadership Development Programme

Dates21

24 September 2026 – 20 March 2027

Online: Thursdays, 19:00-21:00 (breaks for half-term and Christmas)
In-person: 2–3 October 2026 and 19–20 March 2027

Location

Zoom; De Vere Latimer Estate

Designed to help you become the distinctive leader God has called you to be, this six-month course is for those in their 20s and 30s and is accredited by the Institute of Leadership (formerly ILM).

Our in-house and guest speakers represent a range of sectors and impart their extensive leadership knowledge, experience, and expertise through weekly teaching sessions.

You’ll discover how to:

  • Define purpose and calling
  • Explore the theology of leadership
  • Exercise soft skills and communication
  • Facilitate shared learning experiences
  • Establish cultural transformation
  • Explore the psychology of a leader’s personality and character
  • Improve spiritual, relational, and emotional intelligence
  • Lead teams well
  • Define vision and values
  • Grow and multiply leaders

The course teaches young adults a dynamic mix of concepts and skills that are essential to effective leadership, with a significant focus on character. Our modules are informed by five Cs: Calling, Character, Charismata, Chemistry, and Competence. The training offers a unique fusion of leadership, psychology, and theology.

Application process 

Following your application (see below), we will organise a short, informal conversation over Zoom. This is to ensure the course is right for you and to give you a chance to ask any other questions you may have.

Course cost

The cost for all sessions and retreats across six months is £995 per person (£895 for those working in the charity or non-profit sector). Paying by instalments is now possible. Please email [email protected] if you would like to discuss financial support, or if you need any assistance requesting funding from your organisation.

Alumni testimonials

‘Without doubt this course has been the most gripping, challenging, and enjoyable leadership training I’ve done. It has had a bigger impact on how I lead myself and others than I expected. The course has shifted my view of what it is to be an exceptional leader and given me a renewed hunger to go after that.’

— Ben, management consultant

‘I absolutely loved the course. It provides a deep-dive into so many key elements of leadership. I specifically loved the character sessions and feel I have grown huge amounts in awareness of how God made me and how I can lead from that place!’

— Jemimah, music artist

‘This course has provided a framework for significant growth in my personal and working life. It has given me a vocabulary and the confidence to deal effectively with challenging situations, a space for me to understand myself, steward my gifts, and a community of people many of whom will be friends for life.’

— Tim, lawyer

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