“To lead, inspire and accelerate the growth of rail professionals, cultivating collaboration to support the success of rail organisations,
now and in the future.”

Date/Time
Date(s) - 7 July 2026 - 8 July 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Welcome to the launch of a new cohort of CIRO Connect!

*PLEASE NOTE NEW COURSE DATES*

We look forward to welcoming new participants of CIRO Connect at the launch of this cohort on the 7th and 8th July 2026 in Central Manchester.

About CIRO Connect

  • CIRO Connect is an award-winning professional development programme designed to deepen understanding, advance careers, and plug skill gaps within the rail industry. Through interactive expert-led sessions and practical exercises, the course equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of how the rail system operates as an interconnected whole.
  • The course is ideal for those working in support functions, as well as those looking to expand their whole system industry knowledge. The subject is brought to life using a unique mix of case studies, guest speakers, experiential learning, real life examples, theory, team-based and individual exercises, behavioural and leadership development, and reflection.
  • Learners are taken on a ‘journey’ around the POD framework, with 12 taught sessions aligning with the 12 topics of the Professional Operators’ Development Framework.
  • Please also find more information, and participant testimonials, in the course brochure.

Join the cohort

Check your availability for the full list of course dates below:

To register your interest in joining this cohort:

Do these dates not work for you, or are you looking to study outside of Central Manchester? We’re also launching a cohort in London in September.