Training & Scholarships

The Grass Roots Leadership Short Course is designed for people living and working in regional WA who want to become more engaging, effective and influential leaders. Facilitated by AIM WA, the course is delivered over two, 2-day sessions in new regional locations each year.

Embark on a transformative leadership journey alongside other senior leaders from across Western Australia, where you will explore leadership in the context of current and future issues and opportunities specific to WA.

Develop your existing project, business or program to make a greater impact in your community.

Visit some of Australia’s most important grain export markets and gain an understanding of where and how your grain is consumed – all while taking in the cultural offerings of an international destination.

The Reinvigorating Regional Australia: a co-operative approach workshops explore how the co-op model has been successfully used in regional communities to create and retain important local services such as the supermarket, pub and even aged care. 

Travel overseas while studying a topic of your choice and explore innovative ideas to drive the agricultural industry forward. Further details visit: https://www.nuffield.com.au/our-scholarship-program

Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of effective organisational governance through this self-paced online course.

A simple and effective one-day introduction to best practice governance skills and knowledge.

Cybercrime is one of the fastest‑growing threats to Australian businesses, with regional industries such as agriculture increasingly targeted. From phishing and invoice scams to account compromises and ransomware attacks, cyber incidents can disrupt operations, supply chains and finances. This interactive workshop is designed specifically for growers and regional businesses and focuses on practical cyber safety skills, combining real‑world examples with hands‑on guidance so participants leave with clear, actionable steps to protect their business, data and finances.

This workshop provides a practical framework to help navigate challenges aligned with an organisation’s strategic plan.