UQ and Oxford Transformative Project Leadership Program
Turn bold vision into legacy.
Australia is facing a generational opportunity to transform our nation. Projects, programs and portfolios of work to deliver this change are currently being envisaged, planned and delivered. The work spans critical minerals value chains and energy transmission infrastructure through to the digital transformation of service delivery and automation.
The UQ-Oxford Transformative Project Leadership Program is designed for senior leaders who are ready to go beyond the expertise of project management to deliver complex projects that achieve real, lasting impact.
Whether you’re leading a complex change initiative, a step-change service offering, new government policy or a multi-billion-dollar capital megaproject, this program will redefine what success looks like and elevate your outcomes.
Over 6 months, you’ll experience 4 high-impact modules in Brisbane and a fully immersive residential week at Oxford University in the UK.
Register your interest to join our 2026 intake.
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Why this program?
The Iron Law recognises the main challenge facing large-scale initiatives: over budget, over time, under benefits – over and over again. In an era defined by digitisation, automation and relentless change, project leaders are facing growing scrutiny – not only to overcome this phenomenon and deliver predictably, but to deliver meaningfully.
Developed and delivered by The University of Queensland Business School and the University of Oxford Saïd Business School, this program integrates world-class academic rigour with hands-on, field-tested leadership tools that can be applied to your own project. Access online learning resources, join guided impact learning groups and participate in a structured mentoring program designed to strengthen your leadership skills.
Unique program features
- Brisbane-based learning: Begin with an in-person orientation and complete 10 days of face-to-face workshops at UQ’s historic Brisbane City venue, guided by globally recognised academics and industry experts.
- Oxford residential: Immerse yourself in 5 days of executive learning at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Enjoy site visits, curated experiences, accommodation, and meals while engaging with international thought leaders.
- Project impact: Use cutting-edge frameworks, theory, tools, and coaching to accelerate progress on a mission-critical project challenge for your organisation.
- Global connections: Grow your influence through high-impact peer collaboration and build enduring relationships across sectors. Become a part of a distinguished UQ–Oxford Leadership Academy alumni network shaping the future of transformative project leadership.
- Professional Learning Hub: Gain 24/7 access to online learning resources, join guided impact learning groups, and participate in a structured mentoring program designed to strengthen your leadership skills.
- UQ-Oxford Academy Mentoring Program: Accelerate your growth and strengthen your capability as both a mentor and mentee through our customised program. Access exclusive workshops, join a UQ–Oxford Academy community of practice, and benefit from guidance led by industry expert Leeanne Bond, with decades of transformative mentoring experience.
Eligibility to participate
This program is designed for senior executives across the private and public sector who are leading complex initiatives, from capital projects to critical service delivery.
The program is open to leaders searching for capabilities above and beyond traditional project management training, as well as people who may not consider themselves to be project professionals, yet their portfolios have hallmarks of project work.
I work in a fast-paced environment. I’ve got multiple projects across the country. It’s all about metrics, performance - all data driven - and what I’ve really taken from programs like this is the ability to pause, reflect, take a step back and just consider the bigger picture.
One of the things that sets this program apart is the way we've designed it around projects. You're coming into the classroom and building your skills, then taking what you learned and applying those capabilities back into your organisation to make progress on a live challenge.
What you'll learn
- Gain access to the latest insights, global networks and proven frameworks for transformative success.
- Develop adaptive leadership capabilities to drive your project’s performance, navigate complexity and lead temporary organisations with impact.
- Identify and execute strategies for both mitigating downside risk and leveraging upside opportunities to drive innovation in large-scale projects.
- Apply effective communication tools to build trust, influence stakeholders and drive clarity in complex, high-risk environments.
- Use systems thinking and governance frameworks to address recurring organisational issues, enable disruption and design sustainable solutions.
- Integrate Indigenous and relational leadership practices to strengthen trust, navigate polarisation and lead with contextual awareness.
- Explore new frontiers in project delivery, including cyber-resilience, circular economy strategies and transformative procurement models.
The investment
$40,000 +GST
The program fee covers all course materials and includes full catering during sessions held at UQ Brisbane City. It also covers full catering and accommodation for the Oxford residential week.
Please note flights to Oxford are not included and must be arranged separately by participants.
Flexible payment plans are available. Registration will be confirmed upon receipt of the initial payment.
Meet your faculty
You'll have the unique opportunity to learn from and make connections with academics and industry experts from 2 of the world’s leading business schools.
How to apply
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