Upcoming Training & Events

Thu 26 Mar 2026

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (2 hours)

Join us for the next practical EMA Connect session in our Hire to Retire series

30 - 31 Mar 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Mon 30 Mar 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Balance your workload and your team’s outputs with key supervision principles. You’ll learn how to give clear instructions, motivate people to do their best, and give feedback to raise their game.

Tue 31 Mar 2026

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)

The Chelsea Sugar Factory Technical Site Tour

Tue 31 Mar 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

Join EMA Head of Legal Mauro Barsi to take a deeper dive into this sensitive employment relations topic.

Wed 1 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Navigating the legal responsibilities in an employment relationship can be fraught with risk. Know the key laws that apply and what is expected of organisations and leaders using real-world processes and examples.

Wed 1 Apr 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

Whether it’s a full restructure or a subtle shift in workplace dynamics, change is inevitable - and how it’s managed can make or break your culture. HR plays a pivotal role in guiding people through uncertainty, aligning communication, and ensuring transitions are not just smooth, but strategic.

Tue 7 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Navigating the legal responsibilities in an employment relationship can be fraught with risk. Know the key laws that apply and what is expected of organisations and leaders using real-world processes and examples.

Tue 7 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This advanced course is for any manager, HR practitioner or payroll specialist who may have responsibility to administer or apply best practice to critical issues of leave.

9 - 10 Apr 2026

2-day course

If your role requires you to confidently deliver and review training sessions for adults, this two-day course is for you. It will give you the knowledge, skills and assuredness you need to deliver high-impact training sessions.

Fri 10 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Have you been managing staff performance for a while but become unstuck when things get difficult? If you are a manager or HR practitioner managing serious performance issues, you’ll benefit from introducing a consistent performance management framework to your organisation.

Fri 10 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you feel constantly stressed by your workload and consider yourself time-poor, this course will give you tips on managing your stress and feeling more in control. Brush up on your time management skills or suggest it to a colleague.

Mon 13 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Risk management is essential to business. While some risk is inevitable, your ability to identify and mitigate it can benefit your organisation. It is the cornerstone to health and safety. It allows organizations’ to perform its primary duty of care, as far as reasonably practicable, to its workers and others.

13 - 14 Apr 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Mon 13 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you run projects at work, this one-day course will give you the practical tools and confidence to conquer any challenge. It is particularly suited to business owners, business managers, project managers or production managers.

Tue 14 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you want to maximise the performance of your projects, this course is for you. It is particularly suited to business owners, business managers, project managers or production managers who understand the fundamentals of project management.

14 Apr 2026 - 18 Sep 2026

6 months (1 day monthly)

In this highly interactive and transformative six-month programme, you'll learn to implement key competencies, build respect, problem-solve, prepare for challenges, coach, inspire, and lead powerful teams.

Tue 14 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This simulation workshop delivers a mindset shift - igniting continuous improvement thinking, building team capability, and driving measurable productivity gains. Experience the principles of flow, operational discipline, and LEAN practices in action.

Wed 15 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Understand pre-qualification and the PCBU’s responsibilities in a contract or supply chain. If you engage contractors or subcontractors whose work activities are influenced or directed by the PCBU, this course should be viewed as essential. It’s suitable for all managers, supervisors, Health and Safety Representatives and workers involved in contractor engagement, pre-qualifications etc.

Wed 15 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Risk management is the cornerstone of health and safety best practice. On this course, you’ll discover how to assess critical risks and apply risk management techniques that are relevant to your business. This will ensure effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders, from company directors, officers and managers to supervisors, workers, contractors.

16 - 17 Apr 2026

2-day course

Your success depends on the performance of others. This popular programme supports your transition from being part of the team to running it with a clear understanding of your unique leadership style.

Fri 17 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

A must for all your staff involved in the accident/incident investigation process. This valuable course is suitable for all types of businesses and accident/incident investigations.

Fri 17 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Safety culture is a combination of the attitudes, values and perceptions that can positively influence health and safety outcomes. Develop and embed an authentic culture that works for your business through engagement, trust and leadership.

Mon 20 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Have you been managing staff performance for a while but become unstuck when things get difficult? If you are a manager or HR practitioner managing serious performance issues, you’ll benefit from introducing a consistent performance management framework to your organisation.

Tue 21 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

With this course, you’ll build strategic capability while identifying people-related constraints, diagnosing root causes, and applying practical tools to improve team culture and organisational effectiveness.

Tue 21 Apr 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour)

Join us for an expert-led webinar with EMA Senior Associate, Sarah Lim, as we explore the legal best practices for managing organisational change.

Fri 24 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Understand and apply EI to improve communication, manage stress, and build stronger relationships. You’ll explore personal and social competencies that elevate your leadership impact – even under pressure.

28 - 29 Apr 2026

2-day course

This two-day course, "Coaching Essentials for Leaders," provides a comprehensive foundation for managers to integrate coaching principles into their leadership approach. You will leave with a solid understanding of coaching fundamentals and the confidence to apply these skills in their managerial roles, fostering a culture of growth, development, and enhanced team performance within their organizations.

Wed 29 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This course is essential for anyone overseeing the resolution of employment relationship problems and/or working on complex workplace change. It is particularly suited to employers, managers and supervisors.

30 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2026

2 days

Become an effective workplace health and safety Representative. This is essential training for any Health and Safety Representative, and extremely valuable for any health and safety committee member, or any worker or officer wishing to better comprehend the Health and Safety at Work (HSW) Act and associated regulations, or those who require a refresher of the HSW Act. This course leads to the Certificate in Health and Safety Representation (Training Scheme) (Level 3).

Thu 30 Apr 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

If you intend to work in human resources, or in a HR support role, this introductory course will provide you with a broad understanding of the human resources function and its application in today's world of work.

30 Apr 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

16 sessions

This NZQA approved Level 6 Diploma programme is the qualification of choice for leading workplace health and safety leaders and professionals. Gain professional accreditation with NZISM and apply for the HASANZ register.

Fri 1 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Learn to create, analyse, and evaluate a sound health and safety management system that gets organisational buy-in. This course has also proven helpful when undertaking a WorkSafeNZ duty-holder review.

Mon 4 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Risk management is essential to business. While some risk is inevitable, your ability to identify and mitigate it can benefit your organisation. It is the cornerstone to health and safety. It allows organizations’ to perform its primary duty of care, as far as reasonably practicable, to its workers and others.

4 May 2026 - 4 Aug 2026

8 sessions

This programme is the ideal foundation on which to build your health and safety career. Whether you are a workplace Health and Safety Advisor, Team Leader, or Health and Safety Representative or someone with a vested interest in workplace health and safety, this course will enable you to be an effective contributor to the culture of health and safety in your workplace.

5 - 6 May 2026

2-day course

This intensive two-day course lays the groundwork for those new to management, or looking towards their first management position in the near future, or in charge of a team without formal management training. This course offers insights into the foundation blocks of good management and will empower you to get the best out of your people.

Wed 6 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Reduce your risk of personal grievance claims by knowing how to approach complex workplace disciplinary situations with a clear overview of procedural requirements, fact-gathering and fairness.

Wed 6 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

A must for all your staff involved in the accident/incident investigation process. This valuable course is suitable for all types of businesses and accident/incident investigations.

6 May 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

6 months (1 day monthly)

In this highly interactive and transformative six-month programme, you'll learn to implement key competencies, build respect, problem-solve, prepare for challenges, coach, inspire, and lead powerful teams.

Thu 7 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Move beyond operational HR and become a true business partner. Learn to build sustainable competitive advantage through talent, and proactively shape your organisation’s future capability.

7 - 8 May 2026

2-day course

If you’re involved in the financial management of resources and feel your understanding of accounting is patchy, this popular two-day course will make all the difference. It is suited to experienced managers in need of a refresher course as well as anyone new to accounting responsibilities.

7 - 8 May 2026

2 days

Take your skills as a Health and Safety Representative to the next level. This course is purpose-designed for health and safety representatives who have completed Stage 1 training. It is also suitable for anyone with an interest in, or responsibility for workplace health and safety.

Thu 7 May 2026

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)

Better understand the New Zealand legislative framework, how to set-up and maintain practical, effective workplace health and safety systems, and encourage employee involvement in Health and Safety.

Mon 11 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This course is relevant for anyone appointed to or dealing with a workplace Health and Safety committee: new or existing members, a subject matter expert, someone coopted onto the committee on an ad-hoc basis, or a manager/officer responsible for overseeing and implementing the committee’s recommendations.

Mon 11 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Recognise, manage, and reduce the impact of stress in yourself and your people. Explore psychological risk factors, learn self-management techniques, and develop strategies to foster a supportive, resilient culture.

Mon 11 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Navigate employment disputes, personal grievances, and mediation processes effectively, while assessing risk and making strategic decisions that protect your organisation and support fair outcomes.

Wed 13 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Essential training for managers and supervisors to meet Health and Safety at Work Act (HSW Act) obligations, understand the finer points of managing health and safety, and how to create a strong safety culture in the workplace.

Thu 14 May 2026

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM (2 hours)

Coming soon - EMA Connect Tauranga - May 2026

14 - 15 May 2026

2 days

Become a proficient investigator of events and near misses using ICAM methodology. A must for all your staff involved in the incident investigation process. This two-day course is aimed at those who will be conducting investigations into significant events and near misses.

Thu 14 May 2026

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

People problems can slow an organisation or cause bottlenecks in putting plans into action. This course provides the insight, tools and strategies to identify capability gaps, fix issues, and meet future strategic people needs.

14 May 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

8 sessions

This NZQA approved programme is ideal for those in supervisory or first line management roles, such as health and safety advisors, supervisors, team leaders, managers and advanced health and safety representatives.

14 - 15 May 2026

2-day course

Your success depends on the performance of others. This popular programme supports your transition from being part of the team to running it with a clear understanding of your unique leadership style.

18 - 19 May 2026

2 days

Take your skills as a Health and Safety Representative to the next level. This course is purpose-designed for health and safety representatives who have completed Stage 1 training. It is also suitable for anyone with an interest in, or responsibility for workplace health and safety.