Welcome to NZIM, the home of leadership
With over 78 years of experience, the New Zealand Institute of Management and Leadership has supported thousands of leaders to improve their performance through our commitment to share and impart knowledge and by placing value on your mahi.
Courses
Unlock your leadership potential with our range of courses.
- NZIM SkillBOX courses are a series of one-day courses that are exclusive to NZIM subscribers. SkillBOX is designed to equip your team with core skills and techniques for effective communication, engagement and teamwork.View Courses
Leadership Academy
Develop your leadership capabilities with People Performance, Personal Capability and Senior Leadership programmes, preferential rates for NZIM subscribers. Available in Christchurch and selected programmes in Auckland.View CoursesNZIM Emerging Leaders
An accelerated development pathway for ambitious young leaders in this 3-module, market-leading programme. Gain knowledge and share experience as you understand your own influence, effective leadership and strategic vision.View CoursesSenior Leadership
NZIM's Senior Leadership programme helps experienced leaders develop strategic thinking, change management and leadership psychology skills. Learn from experts and network with peers across NZ.View Courses
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NZIM Corporate Subscription
Join a robust network of future-focused NZ businesses, access essential engagement and communication skills workshops, develop enhanced leadership capability, and tailored organisation learning through an NZIM Corporate Subscription.More about NZIM Corporate SubscriptionsNZIM Professional Membership
A professional membership provides you with access to leadership education, coaching and business networking. Build vitality into your career and demonstrate your commitment to excellence by becoming a member.More about NZIM Professional Memberships
We offer a wide range of courses and programmes that cater to individuals at different stages of their career, from entry-level to executive level. Our courses cover topics such as leadership, communication, management, strategy, finance and HR.
When you participate in our courses, you will benefit from the expertise of our experienced facilitators, gain practical skills and knowledge that you can apply to your job and increase your self-awareness as a communicator.
Whether you are looking to advance your career or improve your organisation's performance, our courses are designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in today's rapidly changing business environment.
News

Demonstrating Leadership in a Job Interview
When every role advertised results in hundreds of applications, maximising any interview opportunity is vital. Being able to showcase leadership skills during a job interview can set you apart from other candidates.
Why Updating Leadership Skills in 2025 is Non-Negotiable
Read More about Why Updating Leadership Skills in 2025 is Non-NegotiableLeadership, like most disciplines, isn’t timeless. What worked a decade or two ago may no longer apply. Think of it this way: relying on dated leadership methods today is like holding on to a time when butter cost less than $5 a block, comical and ineffective in equal measure. The business landscape in 2025 demands leaders who are agile, empathetic, and capable of operating within evolving compliance frameworks. Staying up to date isn’t optional; it’s essential and adds to the commercial viability of every organisation.
Is Generational Leadership Impacting Your Culture?
Read More about Is Generational Leadership Impacting Your Culture?Workplaces today are more diverse than ever, not just in terms of gender, ethnicity, or background, but with regard to generational representation. Your organisation might include leaders from the Silent Generation, managers who are Gen X or Millennials, and teams filled with Gen Z employees all working together.
Does NCEA Matter to Employers?
Read More about Does NCEA Matter to Employers?When it comes to education, students often ponder the age-old question, does my qualification really matter to employers? For those in New Zealand, this question frequently centres on the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), something we’ve seen across our screens over the past week.