Briefing Ministers

Programme Overview

The capacity to provide timely, compelling and concise advice to inform Ministers and support decision making is a vital capability for highperforming public service leaders. This programme provides an active experiential learning environment for public service leaders wanting to hone ministerial briefing skills and establish productive relations with advisers. The programme covers the development and role of question time briefs, ministerial talking points for media engagements, ministerial advisor briefing, hot issues briefing, ministerial submissions and second reading speeches.

Based on adult learning techniques, the programme involves participants in ‘real-life’ briefing scenarios that simulate the high-pressure and stakes nature of ministerial briefing. Participants will be introduced to effective briefing techniques and be able to workshop approaches that enhance relationships with ministers and advisers.

Participant benefits

Understanding of the needs of a minister
Recognising and presenting crucial information
Advice on cut-through briefing
Balancing timeliness and quality
Building relationships with ministerial offices