Training and Development

The MSc. in Human Resource Development and Performance Management  examines the transformation of HRD in the context of organisational change and the increased emphasis on performance management and measurement.  Research methods training is also integral to this course.

The MSc. in Human Resource Management and Development examines issues relating to human resource management and human resource development, at the individual, organisational, national and international level.  Research methods training is integral to this course.

This programme is designed to offer teachers, lecturers and educational managers in schools and colleges a unique opportunity to reflect upon their own practice and to enhance their leadership and management knowledge.

The Certificate in Training and Practice examines the training cycle and fundaments of trainign policy and delivery. The aim is to equip students with the knowledge and skill relevant to the practice of training.

The Diploma  in Training & Development examines the theory & practice of training and development of the learning process.

This course aims to produce a group of leading-edge practitioners who have mastered the full range of theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for the conduct of their research and professional activities at the highest level. Using specifically designed materials you will gain a horough grasp of the theoretical foundations of research. This will include advanced theory from a number of different social science disciplines, e.g., sociology; economics; management science; the psychology of learning; sociology of education and education and training policy.

Successful civil servants, NGO workers, politicians and their advisers all need to have a wide range of skills and knowledge to equip them to meet the constantly changing challenges of public policy and management. This includes the evolving interface between public agencies and the private voluntary sectors.

The MSc Public Policy and Management will equip you to manage programmes and advise on policy in a variety of settings. It covers the important topics that face the public sector globally. These include budgeting and taxation, information systems, human resource management, decentralization, privatisation, project appraisal, macroeconomic policy and the management of change. The programme includes an option to study research methods and write a dissertation based on your personal experience or on case studies in your place of work.

This Postgraduate Diploma provides an overview of the variety of approaches to public policy and management, from a historical and comparative perspective. The courses move through techniques of policy analysis and implementation to discussion of particular policy issues. The course materials cover a range of policy issues and a variety of socio-economic contexts, levels of government and regime types.

Public sector organisations need good managers. The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management is a preparation for managing and advising public sector organisations. There is an emphasis on managing people, managing change and designing and using information systems.

Welcome & Introduction

Expectation Setting Session
Review of Session Objectives

By the End of this session, participants will be able to:

•    Define delegation
•    Identify why delegation is necessary & how it can create successful deliverables
•    Identify criteria for fair & effective delegation
•    Recognise common delegation pitfalls and how to avoid them
•    Demonstrate knowledge of delegation skills & techniques


Prior Knowledge Session

Participants share their attitudes towards and perception of Delegation which lead into the discussion on Delegation.

This course offers participants an understanding of the key factors of their personality and how these impact the way they use time. It also offers insight into the psychology behind the wastage of time, identifying the perpetrators (the key time wasters). At the end of this session participants would be able to formulate time management action plans and set and adhere to goals. They would also have the ability to create and effectively utilize a prioritized ‘To Do’ list.

This course is a practical one, geared towards teaching the students how to successfully plan and execute an event. The course focuses on the many aspects of event management, as well as the critical "rules of thumb" that must be applied and adhered to in planning and executing an event. With this in mind special attention is paid to risk management, as well as to the details of an event, which are so very critical, yet can be so easily overlooked.

The Advanced Event Management for Business Professionals course spans a wide range of topics from Starting Your Own Event Management Business to Sport Event Management. It delves into current international industry trends which will help the Event Planner to keep abreast of the latest issues and happenings. Part 2 can be done on its own or can be done by those who have completed part 1 and want to further their studies.

This course offers participants an understanding of the key factors of their personality and allows them to identify their leadership skills. Fundamental concepts involved in Leadership would also be discussed which is aimed at acknowledging and recognizing facets of human behaviour & utilizing the appropriate Leadership Style to motivate. Participant would also be able to display knowledge of the key emotional intelligence competencies and be mindful of the requirements for the management of Teams, Diversity, Change and Crises. At the end of this session participants would be capable of making high impact presentations.

This course aims to raise an awareness of the need for team work as a key component of business survival and success.   In addition, the programme strives to enhance the working relationship among the participants who attend this workshop.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
•    Understand the key factors of their personality
•    Understand the key facets of the personalities of their colleagues and how strengths and weaknesses of each team member complement each other
•    Define team and understand how critical it is to the attainment of organsiational deliverables
•    Discuss the stages involved in the development of teams
•    Understand Belbin’s Team roles and locate the role each participant plays in the core team
•    Understand why teams win and why they fail
•    Briefly identify the key Emotional Intelligence Principles

This course offers participants an understanding of the key philosophy of learning including learning styles and principles. Methods on training, developing training modules and learning aids would also be discussed. At the end of this session participants would be capable of successfully developing, executing and evaluating training workshop.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
•    Identify the four functions of management
•    Recognise the authority, accountability and responsibility involved in management
•    Identify the critical skills all Managers need and key concepts involved in the Management of Human Resources and Human Capital
•    Comprehend the coaching concept, and the knowledge, skills and abilities required to effect successful coaching

Anyone wishing to manage stress more effectively and improve his/her time management skills including Business Professionals, HR Personnel, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Public Relations Officers, Executive Assistants, Administrators and Business Owners.

OBJECTIVES

•    Define stress
•    Recognize the symptoms of stress
•    Identify the physiological reasons for stress
•    Discuss the influence of stress on health, work and life
•    Demonstrate knowledge of practical stress management techniques

Objective:

This course is intended to re-introduce students to Spanish using real life, functional situations.  These include personal identification / profile, home, school, family, travel and leisure activities.  Students will be exposed to interactive sessions that include role playing, skits, communicative skills, etc.  Parents are invited to attend the last day of presentations.

Target Audience

Forms three (3), four (4) and five (5) Spanish Students.

Objective

This course gives students a rapid grasp of the study skills required to excel academically at secondary school.  It explores thinking styles and strategies for developing critical thinking.  The course will improve reasoning and thinking skills, thus enhancing decision-making skills.  At the end of these sessions, students' reading and note taking skills would be enhanced.

Target Audience

Secondary School Students primarily Forms three (3) to six (6).