An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Time Management and Personal Effectiveness
Learn How to Manage Your Time Effectively and Achieve More Every Day
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INTRODUCTION
Participants in this Time Management Course will gain essential strategies to optimize their schedules and enhance productivity. By mastering time management skills and Personal Effectiveness skills attendees will become proficient in prioritizing tasks, setting realistic goals, and minimizing stress in both professional and personal contexts. This Personal Effectiveness training emphasizes practical strategies, such as task delegation, overcoming procrastination, and utilizing time-blocking techniques to create an efficient workflow. Graduates will depart with enhanced abilities to lead by example, foster a productive workplace culture, and consistently meet deadlines without compromising quality. These refined skills not only facilitate personal success but also elevate team performance and contribute to achieving organizational objectives.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
- To help participants manage time better (their own and other people’s)
- To provide an opportunity for participants to explore the skills and principles of time-management and exchange ideas, tips and techniques
- To provide an opportunity for participants to take stock of their current working practices and decide on an action-based strategy to ‘work smarter’
- To encourage participants to be proactive in their continuous professional development and to provide them with a range of tools to support their learning
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
All professionals and administrative staff who have some discretion over how to manage their time and the need to balance priorities, to meet both immediate demands and longer-term objectives.
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
This time management training course offers a comprehensive blend of elements designed to enhance learning and practical application. It includes in-depth case studies that allow participants to explore real-world scenarios, management games that foster teamwork and strategic thinking, and simulations that provide a safe environment for practicing new skills. Additionally, the course features discussion exercises that encourage collaborative problem-solving, self-assessment tools that help individuals identify their strengths and areas for improvement, and video training films that offer visual insights into best practices. The focus of the course remains consistently practical, with the primary aim of identifying actionable steps that enhance both personal and organizational effectiveness, empowering participants to apply what they learn directly to their roles.
TRAINING SUMMARY
Time is an integral dimension of our professional activities, and this comprehensive EuroMaTech training course addresses not only the fundamental aspects of planning and priority setting but also all facets of our work practices and personal effectiveness, including strategies for optimizing the contributions of others.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1 : Dimensions of Time Management & Personal Effectiveness
- Programme introduction and objectives
- Action planning and enhancing personal and team effectiveness
- Making the most of office technology
- Chronistic intelligence
- Time-stealers and costs of poor time management
- Priority setting – rational and emotional approaches
- Ten principles of effective time management
- Handling and making requests
- Behavioural analysis and time management
Day 2 : Personal Planning Systems / Interruptions / Project Planning/Stress
- Getting the best from diaries and to-do lists
- Proactive planning to meet key responsibilities
- Developing time-based planning – daily, weekly, monthly plans etc
- Handling interruptions – developing a time sensitive culture
- Planning project-type work
- Principles of Critical Path Analysis and implications for priority setting
- Understanding stress
- Managing stress in self and others
- Dealing with change – taking and getting a positive response
Day 3 : Getting the Best from Other People / Communication / Meeting Skills
- Delegation – giving and receiving
- Team-working and team building
- Improving communication and working relationships
- Assertiveness
- Effective and efficient meetings – ‘everybody’s a chairbody’
Day 4 : Office Ergonomics / Managing Information / Efficient Reading & Writing
- Optimising the office environment
- Handling the paper-load and developing paperless systems
- Managing e-mails
- Improving the efficiency of management reporting
- Using and developing relational databases
- Business writing and the principles of ‘rapid composition’
- Rapid and efficient reading – digesting and retaining information
- Mind-mapping
Day 5 : Developing Creativity / Continuous Improvement / Self-Development
- Developing creativity in self and others
- How the brain works and creative thinking techniques
- Developing a culture of continuous improvement
- Implementing change initiatives
- Influencing skills – making a case and managing the ‘politics’
- Continuing professional development – a proactive approach
- Programme review and action plans
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
Do you provide assistance with hotel accommodation?
Yes, we can assist you with the following:
- Corporate Discount: If available, we can extend our corporate discount for your stay at selected hotels.
- Hotel Suggestions: We can provide recommendations for nearby hotels based on your preferences and budget.
Feel free to explore online booking platforms for the most cost-effective options.
Do you offer customized training for organizations?
Yes, we provide tailored training solutions designed to meet the specific needs of your organization. Customized courses can be delivered either in-person or online, and you can select the dates and duration that best fit your schedule. For more details, please contact us at [email protected]
What types of training formats do you offer?
We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
- Online Training: Join live online sessions from anywhere, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or who prefer remote learning.
- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
Can you assist with visa arrangements?
Yes, we can help by issuing an official Letter of Invitation once you’ve confirmed your training registration, which can assist in your visa application process.
Who will be the senior consultant leading the training?
We are happy to share the profiles of our expert instructors. To learn more about their qualifications and experience, please contact us [email protected]
