THE FIRST TIME MANAGER - 2

Introduction

A vital component in any organization is the effectiveness of the middle management team.  At this level, the ability to lead, motivate, plan, organise, solve problems, communicate etc., are vital skills.  So often staff are placed into these positions because of their technical abilities, length of service or the need to achieve the employment equity balance – without ensuring that the necessary skills are acquired.

Overall Objectives

To give participants the Basic Management Skills that they require to effectively carry out their responsibilities as Middle Management.

Specific Objectives

This programme will:

• Identify the specific skills required
• Provide training in these basics skills
• Ensure participants leave with a plan of action to facilitate on-going development

Content

• Understanding your role as leader and manager
• Situational leadership
• Delegating and control
• Planning and organizing
• Interpersonal skills
• Team leadership
• Coaching and mentoring
• Time management
• Managing change
• Recruitment and selection
• Stress management

Outcomes

• A clearer understanding of themselves and their behaviours.
• A personal commitment to their on-going development and growth.
• A clear understanding of the role of Management.
• An awareness of the skills required to be effective as Managers.
• A knowledge of the Principles involved with practice of the required skills.
• A clear action plan for on-going development of these skills.
• On-going development of their relationships with their subordinates, peers and senior
• Management.

Target Audience

The Programme is designed for staff who are in Middle Management Positions (including supervisors).

Methodology

This is a highly interactive Programme with both individual and group exercises and assignments.  A follow-up day is held two months after training.  On this day, feedback on performance from management is worked through and assignments, ‘roadblocks’ and further development are discussed.

Duration

3 days plus 1 day follow-up two months after training

Additional Options

Individual coaching is available upon request.

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