We Believe

...in the power of universities to advance the social, cultural, environmental and economic health of the communities they serve.

Our Story
We Believe

...that universities are human powered learning organisations and that people should be at the heart of their thought and action.

Our Story
We Believe

...that developing leadership at all levels is the best response to a fast-changing world.

Our Story
We Believe

...that to best support universities requires a deep understanding of what they do, the value they bring and the context in which they operate.

Our Story
Hands

Top Team Development

Building integrated, collaborative and high-performing leadership teams.

People

Leadership Development

Developing the quality and character of leadership at all levels.

Chat

Leadership Coaching

Supporting people to clarify their unique leadership strengths and contribution.

Puzzle

Organisational Development

Supporting universities to tackle tough challenges and thrive.

Research

Research and Analysis

Developing an evidence base for change and improvement.

Who We Work With

Our Work
The Adaptive University has the ability to pivot and change in response to the challenges and opportunities of a fast-changing world, it learns quickly and places people at the heart of thought and action. Richard Sharpe, Principal Consultant, Elementa Leadership

Elementa Leadership is a specialist leadership and organisational development consultancy for higher education passionate about the future of universities as central to the development of a better world.

Why empowered heads of school drive university success

5th December

As part of a recent development intervention with academic leaders, I was provided with a head of school job description.  The role was described as a “pivotal leadership position”.  An extensive list of bullet points followed which outlined the purpose of the role and the key responsibilities.  It asked, amongst other things, that the head of school “set and deliver the strategic vision for the school aligned with college and… Read more