The Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme is designed to fit in around work and family commitments.
Two programmes are delivered in Lincoln each year.
Find out more about the Lincoln programme dates and costs below and available funding here.
Register your interest to receive the application form and additional details on the 2027 programmes.
Kellogg Programme dates
Kellogg Programme One, Lincoln: 26 January - 2 July 2027
Phase One (Lincoln):
Tuesday 26 January – Wednesday 3 February 2027.
Phase Two (Wellington):
Monday 12 April – Friday 16 April 2027.
Phase Three (Lincoln):
Monday 28 June – Friday 2 July 2027.
Applications for Programme One 2027 close Sunday 25 October.
Kellogg Programme Two, Lincoln: 15 June - 19 November 2027
Phase One (Lincoln):
Tuesday 15 June – Wednesday 23 June 2027.
Phase Two (Wellington):
Monday 6 September – Friday 10 September 2027.
Phase Three (Lincoln):
Monday 15 November – Friday 19 November 2027.
Costs
Programme Costs
The fee for Programme One 2027 is NZ$8,500 +GST.*
*The fee for the 2027 programmes may be reviewed and increased slightly to keep pace with rising costs. Any fee increase will be finalised in late 2026.
The programme is kept to a minimum cost through the generous support of our industry partners who are investing in leadership development across the food a fibre sector.
The fee must be paid one month prior to the programme commencement.
An invoice is issued upon acceptance of place on the programme. In special circumstances an alternative payment schedule may be agreed to.
A cancellation fee will apply once you have accepted a place on the programme. Click here to view our Cancellation Policy.
Other Costs
Travel
Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements to attend the residential phases in Lincoln and Wellington.
Dates are confirmed well in advance to enable early air bookings.
Accommodation
Residentials are an important component of the group building activities and it is expected that all participants live and work together for the duration of these phases.
Lincoln Accommodation
This is in the Halls of Residence and is billed at approximately $90.00 +GST per night for up to 14 nights. Additional nights can be booked to meet travel requirements.
(Please note, should Lincoln University accommodation be unavailable you will be booked at the Lincoln Motel at approximately $160.00/night for single rooms. Two-bedroom units are also available at approximately $235.00/night).
Wellington Accommodation
This is booked at a medium level hotel at a special rate and can be single or twin share basis. The room rate is approximately $175 +GST.
Payment is invoiced with programme fee or payable before each phase.
