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This practical two-day course is for those with some experience of management who want to develop their skills further. The content is applied to library and information work, with emphasis on managing the work of others.
Benefits of attending:
This course will help participants to:
- identify their strengths for teamwork and leadership, and broaden their understanding of group and team dynamics
- enhance their practical management skills for dealing with poor work performance
- polish skills to handle disagreement and conflict
- share ideas and experiences with others at a similar level
Who should attend?
Participants should have at least four years or equivalent of post-qualification experience and be in a job which includes the management of other people’s work. Ideally, participants will have already participated in Introduction to Management Skills or a similar programme.
Programme
Day 1
- Leadership: what is my style and how does it influence others?
- Case study
- Groups and teams - what does a good team do?
- Team exercises
Day 2
- Skills for managing yourself – motivation
- Skills for managing others – dealing with conflict
- Personal plans for development
Places are limited to: 16
DAY ONE
9.30 Registration and coffee - 10.00 Start- 1.00 Lunch - 4.30 Close
DAY TWO
9.15 Regroup and coffee - 9.45 Start - 1.00 Lunch - 4.30 Close
Course leader: Sheila Ritchie
Fees
CILIP personal members: £420 plus VAT £493.50
CILIP organisation members: £505 plus VAT £593.38
Non members: £585 plus VAT £687.38
Updated: 10 July 2008