Accelerate programme
Preparing Leaders for Change
ADASS is committed to supporting our members with their professional development. Delivered in partnership with Newton, we are delighted to launch the ninth year of our Accelerate programme.
We have been delighted with the feedback we have received from the previous cohorts; and despite the significant challenges of the last years, Accelerate continues to be seen as an essential development programme for those leaders who are overseeing or managing complex change programmes.
Accelerate supports senior leaders (working at the director or assistant director level) to develop the leadership capabilities required to oversee, or manage teams to deliver complex transformational change.
The programme, which involves four short residential modules over a 10-month period, starts in March every year.
Module 1: March 25th-27th (2 nights)
Module 2: June 24th-25th
Module 3: September 16th-17th
Module 4: November 11th-12th
Interested in learning more about Accelerate? Explore our end-of-year reports to discover insights and experiences from past cohorts: 2024 report, 2023 report, 2022 report and 2021 report.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the Accelerate online application form. You can also download a pdf version of the application form for reference only – please note that we will only accept applications completed via this online form and not those with a pdf version.
The deadline for applications is Friday 12th December.
Interviews will be held on the 19th and 21st of January. Please hold both of these dates to be available should you be selected for interview.
To download the course flyer with more information about content, deadlines and the course schedule, please click here.
Drop-in sessions
If you have any further questions or would still like to know more before applying there will be two online drop in sessions- November 13th 09:00-10:00 and December 1st 09:00-10:00. Please email programmes@adass.org.uk for a link to join.