Public course
Essential staff management skills
TBA 2009
10.00 to 17.30
Who is this course for?
This course has been designed for architects and administrative support staff who have been (or are about to be) given formal management responsibilities over others. Success in the business of architecture cannot be guaranteed by creative ability alone, it also requires teamwork and the co-ordinated efforts of a diverse group of people, all with slightly different agendas. Management is a simple process but it is rarely easy – because it deals with interactions and relationships between people, and people are complex. Managing creative people demands intelligence, flexibility, resilience and subtlety. Fortunately, helpful management techniques can be learned and the associated skills developed – hence this course.
Course format
This is a full day course. It includes statistical and anecdotal evidence and proven theory and advice, supported by group discussions and activities. Delegate numbers are limited in order to facilitate group discussions and maintain the interactive quality of the training. A comprehensive bound set of course notes will be provided.
Delegate numbers are limited in order to maintain the interactive quality of the training.
Course content
• The roles and responsibilities of management
• Problem-solving and planning
• Teamwork and group dynamics; understanding the people around you
• Delegation skills
• Briefing techniques
• Basic communication skills for clarity, confidence and impact
• Coping with adversity and failure
• Running effective meetings
• Basic assertiveness skills; dealing with difficult people and situations, and resolving conflict
Cost
For delegates who pay 2 weeks before the course starts: £375 + VAT: £440.63. Payment must be received by 23 September 2008. Otherwise, the cost per delegate is: £475 + VAT: £558.13
CPD
This course complies with RIBA core CPD requirements for practice management; certificates are awarded on completion.
Course director
John Forrester
Venue
RIBA, London - google map
For further information please call Beverley on 01245 506114, or email training@colander.co.uk
