Courses
Which course is right for you
Two flagship programmes, built for different points in a career. Most people know within a paragraph which one is theirs.
The choice
Start with what you need to change
Challenge of Rural Leadership
- You want to look beyond your own farm or office gate
- You want to improve your public presence
- You want a part in shaping the UK rural sector
- Two weeks at Dartington Hall, in January
Rural Business Management
- You need to look hard at your own business model
- You want to master the financial side
- You want a concrete strategy for growth and resilience
- Four months, with a fortnight residential in November
Or both, in time
They are complementary, not alternatives
Many delegates take Rural Business Management earlier in a management career, and the Challenge of Rural Leadership on moving into more senior, industry-facing roles.
Whichever you choose, the aim is the same: to put you in a position not only to reach your own goals, but to make a real contribution to the industry.
Read on
The programmes in full
Before you rule anything out
Do not let cost decide it for you
Investing in the future of our rural landscapes means investing in people. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds who are ready to lead, and we would rather use our network and our resources than lose someone who could make a real difference.
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Nobody otherwise eligible should be kept off a course by cost alone. Through its Charitable Trust the Company provides substantial help — but ask early, before you decide against a course.
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