The Australian Rural Leadership Program prepares participants to be leaders to help shape and secure a competitive, profitable and sustainable future, the fishing industry needs leaders with knowledge, skills and network. Leaders who will:
1. Develop and share a vision for their industry;
2. Operate effectively in an international context;
3. Establish stategic alliances and build strong links within and across industry sectors;
4. Identify the competing demands for industry, Government and community support;
5. Understand the values, arguments and tactics of other interest groups;
6. Deal confidently with industry, Government and community leaders, in Australian and overseas;
7. Identify and analyse the strategic issues affecting the future of the fishing industry; and
8. Participate in shaping national policies.