Study Economic Transitions Management – become an architect of the future!

Join us at the Central West Adaptive Skills Hub for a FEE FREE two-day workshop on Economic Transitions Management, designed for non-expert individuals keen to better understand economic transitions management, and its importance for the Lithgow LGA.

Economic Transitions Management is about being at the forefront of change, navigating through the complex process of transformation - shaping the future in real-time, supporting sustainable evolution while overcoming obstacles, managing uncertainty, and seizing new opportunities!

During the two-day in-person workshop, participants will gain an understanding of transitions management and its role in changing economies. They will also gain insights into the importance of collaborative governance in economic transitions management, as well as the key interventions that are more effective in transitions management, while also exploring ‘adaptive capacity’ – a new focus for government.

This workshop will be interactive and feature a number of case studies to demonstrate the practical application of economic transitions management theory.

Help set the stage for Lithgow’s future – you’ll want to be part of this journey!

Course Outline

DAY ONE - Principles of Transition Management (Certificate)
What is economic transitions management and why is it important to manage periods of significant economic disruption?

National and international experience, structural adjustment and beyond
What are the risks and enablers of positive change
Key agents of change in transitions management
Government, private sector and community stakeholder – leadership, action and drivers of success

Collaborative governance and economic transitions management

Governance and place-based policy

DAY TWO - Transition Management - driving impact (Certificate)

Adaptive capacity - a new focus

Adaptive capacity and government policy
Lithgow’s adaptive capacity

Key interventions that typically assist in economic transitions management

Labour market
Education and training
Innovation and entrepreneurship
Community building
Mobilising under used assets, physical and human capital
The role of infrastructure – transport
Agents of change – government, community and business.

Participants will leave with:

- A deeper understanding of economic transitions management and its importance for Lithgow and other transitioning regions
- Practical tips on building business strategy and success in times of change
- A list of learning resources for further exploration
- A Certificate of Completion from the Australian Centre for Business Growth (AUCBG), part of the University of South Australia Business School

This course is offered fee free thanks to funding from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations’ Local Jobs National Priority Fund.  Lunch and morning tea is provided.

However, places are limited, and registration is essential.

Can't make both days? That's OK - you can attend either Thursday or Friday - each day covers specific elements of Transition Management, with a Certificate attached to each (those who attend both days will receive two Certificates).

REGISTER NOW

Event details -

When: 3 & 4 April 2025

Doors open: 8.15am

Event commences: 8.30am

Event concludes: 3:00pm

Where: Central West Adaptive Skills Hub - 176 Mort Street, Lithgow

About Professor Andrew Beer

Andrew Beer is the Executive Dean of UniSA Business. Professor Beer is a Fellow of the UK’s Academy of Social Sciences and a Fellow of the Regional Australia Institute. He has served on the College of Experts for the Australian Research Council and as Chair of the Regional Studies Association. He currently serves as a board member of the South Australian Housing Trust. Andrew’s research interests encompass a range of issues including the impacts of structural change within the economy, place-based policy, the strategies needed to sustain businesses in the regions, population dynamics and demography, the operation and functioning of Australia’s housing markets, and the impacts of an ageing population. He has published widely in academic journals and has authored several books.