"(Level One was the) best program I have ever been to in 15 years of intense development in this area."

Jane Holliday, Energetic Thinking

"It was the best course I have attended.  Good pace, fun and informative with lots of practice.  Great foundations."

Libby Vogt, People & Culture Manager, CSIRO Entomology

"Outstanding mix of facilitators who were prepared to share their experiences and differing views and approaches. This (level one) is hands down the most valuable learning program I have attended. I was educated and challenged at every stage of the program.”

Susan Karson, Head of People & Culture, Global Product, National Australia Bank

"Challenging and affirming, well structured and paced, useful sessions and activities that I can relate to and use (level one).”

Kristine Van Son, Manager CFS Learning Vic/Tas, Westpac

"Enlightening.  It was as much a journey for me in self-awareness as it was a learning in how to coach."

Noeleen Carey, Business Growth Manager, KPMG

"(Level One) exceeded my expectations in terms of my own learning and in terms of the quality of the course as a product."

Kate O'Malley, Director, Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs

"Very useful program (level one) that I am keen to put into practice. Very professional. I am highly energised and raring to go.”

James McCormack, General Manager,

Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts

"This (level one) is a useful three days regardless of whether or not your intention is to be an executive coach, because the learnings can be transferred and used across every aspect of your life to improve the way you relate and communicate with others.”
Jenni de Keyzer, Senior Consultant, Mark Two Consulting

"Fantastic. Thought provoking and challenging. Will take many months to fully appreciate all that I’ve learned (level one).”

Mark Adams, Managing Director, Corporate and Business Distribution, nabCapital,

National Australia Bank

"The adult learning approach is excellent.  Plenty of opportunity to practice, receive feed- forward and practice again.  It (level one) is the most useful learning experience that I've participated in for several years.”

Margaret Darcy, People and Culture Manager, CSIRO

"Very valuable in allowing me the opportunity to learn, grow and consolidate my coaching skills.  I can now definitely say I want to be a coach and look forward to becoming an active member of the community.  Thank you!" 

Bernadette Degabriele, NSW Consulting Manager, Opticon Australia

"Incredibly high value for me in terms of my professional practice - I have a renewed vigour and passion". 

Karalyn Summers, Learning and Development Manager,

Challenger Financial Services

"Excellent.  I feel that this has been the most valuable training I have attended for many years".

Jan Fenton, National Manager IT Demand and Capability, Centrelink

"The (level one) course was excellent! Credit to the Institute and presenters. There was a great mix of theory and practice."
Nicole Petrie, Client Relationship Manager, KPMG

"A wonderful course (level two),and fabulous people. I grew in ways I did not expect and achieved more self-awareness than I thought possible."
Tony Partridge, Royal Australian Navy

"Level two enriches the field in that it provides students the latest theories and techniques to learn, review and apply to a coaching scenario and also provides personal development, growth and an opportunity for coaches trained by the IEC to walk their talk and hold an authentic space for their coaching counterpart."

Robert Kirby, Director, Corporate Energetics

"I really enjoyed the program (level two).  The balance of instruction, interaction, discussion and exercises was perfect.  I felt as if I moved to a deeper level in my coaching practice and built confidence."
Aurora Andruska, Deputy CEO, Centrelink

"The most engaging education I have ever done."
Brett Hammett, Ellipse Consulting Manager, Mincom

"It helped me focus in great depth on a skill that will be very useful in my day-to-day life, as well as professionally."
Nancy Grimes, Practice Leader, Culture and Leadership Development, Westpac

"I was thoroughly engaged in the course from beginning to end. The quality of presenters and materials was excellent."
Libby Smith, Director, Organisations Development, Geoscience Australia

"I found the program to be extremely valuable.  I can use all the knowledge and transfer it to the workplace.  The practice and real-plays were extremely valuable."

Nicole Chung, Manager, Performance & Development, ING Australia

"I thoroughly enjoyed the entire three day training program and commend you for the professionalism and high attention to detail throughout. Congratulations on a highly professional and impressive training program and approach."
Paul Gretton-Watson, Resolutions

"It was a well structured program which flowed very smoothly. Use of the handbook was effective; the course leader (Chip McFarlane) was excellent - a good teacher who knows his subject matter."
Mike Hogan, St. Augustines School

"There was a gradual build up (in Level One) to a level of understanding and practical skills which I am excited to go on to apply in the organisation with the aim of working with the team to assist in unlocking their potential."
Nicole Lofts, HR Advisor, Heinz Australia

"I would like to pass on my congratulations to the creative minds responsible for the development of the Alumni. It is by far the most relevant Alumni I've ever been associated with (and that's over four different universities). I'm sure it will grow to be a most significant structure in both the evolution of the profession and the personal care of students."

Karen Cahill, Karen Cahill Consulting

"I spent many days and much research choosing the Institute above other training courses and it fulfilled all my expectations. I couldn't imagine a better training ground and a better Master Coach to start me on my new professional journey. Thank you, John, for your insights, self-disclosure and the safe learning environment."
Toni Scoble, Consultant

"The program was excellent. It will make a real difference for me."
Jenny Postlethwaite, Hunter Water Corporation

"Congratulations to the IEC for a marvellous course in Executive Coaching. John's masterful guidance through his coaching process has opened up new skills and approaches I can use in helping my clients reach their full potential. For anyone with managerial responsibilities in corporations - this course is a must."
Suzanne Marks, CEO Australian Conflict/Dispute Management Centre

"I’m grateful for the possibilities created by the learning – by the material and also from the experience of the group.  You kept us on track with goals and I appreciated the space you created to explore together the ideas in the course." 
Andrew Matthews, Head Actuary, Commercial Insurance, Insurance Australia Group

"An excellent blend of theory and hands-on practice, which was timely in terms of avoiding boredom and consolidating learning. Theory followed by application is a very effective way to learn."

Dr Monique Kardos, Senior Behavioural & Human Factors Scientist, Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO)

"Complementary to levels one and two and stands alone for the experienced executive coach.  Level Three completes the package with the intent of training in the discipline known as ‘coaching’."
Anne Marie Ellis, HR Director, Australia Council for the Arts

"(The level three program) is brilliantly conceived and expertly executed…..this is a great course and very timely for my development…as usual, the participants taught as much as they were taught." 
Grant Burney, MAC, Transpower NZ Ltd

"A great program (level three) that gave me material, experience and confidence to expand my horizons as an executive coach."
Andrew Mierisch, Commander, Royal Australian Navy

"(Level three) exceeded expectations by so much it was laughable."
Alan Snow, Daisley Snow Pty Ltd