Program

About the program

Our proudly non-partisan program is uniquely designed in collaboration between the University of Melbourne and seven other leading universities across Australia, tailored to the Victorian context.

Participants gain first-hand insights from prominent politicians, advisors, speechwriters and media trainers to give them confidence and clarity about their future in politics in a safe, supportive environment.

  • Saturday 16 August 20259:00am-5:30pmIn person, Melbourne
    Saturday 23 August 20259:00am-5:00pmIn person, Melbourne
    Saturday 13 September 20259:00am-5:00pmIn person, Melbourne
    Thursday 18 September 20256:00pm-9:00pmOnline
    Saturday 4 October 20259:00am-5:00pmIn person, Melbourne
    Thursday 9 October 20255:30pm-9:00pmOnline
    Thursday 16 October 20256:00pm-9:00pmOnline
    Monday 20 October 20256:00pm-7:00pmOnline
    Thursday 23 October 20255:00pm-10:00pmIn person, Melbourne
    Graduation TBC 20266:00pm-7:30pmIn person, Melbourne

  • Participants will gain first-hand insights from prominent politicians, advisors, speechwriters, and media trainers to give you confidence and clarity about your future in politics.

    You will be supported to realise your capabilities through practical workshops and exercises provided in a respectful and supported environment – for example through media and campaign training, and delivering a speech in the Victorian parliament.

    Our program curriculum is comprised of 10 modules across themes including:

    • political vision
    • campaign planning
    • media training
    • speech-writing
    • leadership skills

  • We are extremely grateful for the support of the many incredible guest speakers who have devoted their time and experience to our program. Past speakers include: