Manx Executive Challenge
Freedom to Flourish
The Challenge is a competition which gives people the opportunity to develop themselves as managers in a unique way. A key element is taking on a complex project in a secure environment. To succeed you must search for the right approach, not only to answer the Challenge but to become the person you know you can be. You should grow as a person, with more skills, greater self-confidence, a clearer view of what you can achieve, and huge satisfaction of a challenge met and conquered.
Frequently asked questions:
Q What is the Manx Executive Challenge?
A It is a personal development opportunity for young managers resident in the Isle of Man. Participants are formed into teams and each team draws a Challenge. Historically the challenges have been questions of real economic significance to the Isle of Man.
Q Who organises the Challenge?
A The Isle of Man Branch of the Chartered Management Institute runs the Challenge. The Challenge has its own organising Committee.
Q Who are the judges?
A In 2006 the judging panel was chaired by Professor Hugh Davidson and comprised Chris Hall, Managing Director of Manx Telecom; Jon McGowan, Managing Director of MAC Financial; and Trudi Williamson, previously Managing Director of Isle of Man Newspapers.
Q What is the role of the judges?
A It is twofold. The judges award the prestigious Manx Executive Challenge Trophy to the team which in their opinion produces the best combination of report and presentation in accordance with the judging criteria. The judges also provide a private and independent feedback session to each team and outline learning points.
Q Do I need to be a graduate to take part?
A Absolutely not, we accept applications from people from a wide range of educational backgrounds.
Q How time consuming may the Challenge be?
A The time that you spend is entirely a matter for you and your team. The time taken by some teams is quite considerable and is a product of competitive spirit; the will to excel; and peer pressure.
Q What will I gain?
A The Challenge gives you an opportunity to gain new skills and competencies; it allows you to work and network with people from different sectors of the economy; and importantly it provides a framework in which you can explore your limits outside of the scrutiny of your workplace.
Q What support and help does each team receive?
A Starting with a residential induction workshop participants are given a lot of useful information and familiarised with the rules and objectives of the Challenge. Participants will be introduced to team mentors.
Q What does it cost?
A For all fee details please refer to our website, www.manxexecutivechallenge.im
Q If I drop out will I get my fee back?
A If you are unable to attend the induction session for a good reason and you give the organising committee as much notice as you reasonably can we may return your fee at our discretion. After the induction session it is not possible to return any fees.
Q Is there an age limit?
A We would normally expect you to be in your 20s or 30s.
Q So is someone making a profit?
A No. The Challenge operates within a tight budget. In addition to the fees raised from Participants there is sponsorship from private and public sector organisations, and funding from the Chartered Management Institute. The Institute is a registered charity.
Q I’m interested. What do I do next?
A Please get in touch and let us know that you are interested. The next Challenge is scheduled to run from September 2007 until May 2008 and the organising committee will consider applications during summer 2007. Contact the MEC Chairman Ann Clayton at annclayton@manx.net.