The search is on for the brightest new business talent.

Rising management stars will take part in a course run by Common Purpose, an educational organisation that aims to strengthen the bonds between the private, public and non-profit sectors.

The one-week Navigator course will bring together 25 managers to explore the challenges facing society through real-life case studies, debates and site visits.

Common Purpose has been running the course for six years but this is its first time in the region.

Navigator will take place between November 10 and 14. Applications close on the October 17.

For more details, call Penny Mavor on 01273 201353 or visit www.commonpurpose.org.uk