Learning and Development Conference

The CIPD Annual Learning and Development conference is packed with practical examples of major new initiatives that are delivering real and measurable results. Through a series of inter-linked presentations you will acquire a tool-kit of learning interventions that are ready for application in your organisation.

Speakers include Joe Hanley, Managing Partner, Empower Solutions, Catherine Whelan, Programme Manager, Six Sigma Deployment, AXA Ireland, Stephan Lucks, Managing Psychologist, Pearn Kandola; Yvonne McWey, Head of Organisational Development & Michelle O’Doherty, Talent Development Manager, Eircom; David Malone, Director, Evolve Organisational Learning & Development Consultants; Mike Fiszer, Thematic Leader - Leadership & Coaching, IMI; Linda Ferguson, HR Director, AOL Europe Operations Ltd and Bob Lee, CEO, Great Place to Work Institute Ireland.

Further Information
www.cipd.co.uk

Stillorgan Park Hotel, Stillorgan, Dublin

Coaching Skills for Managers - Graphite HRM workshop

With the emphasis on high performance standards, as well as employee development and retention, the ability of the manager to adopt the role of coach is critical for today's organisations. In this workshop we examine the commitment a manager has to make to coach employees and the tools and techniques to successfully achieve this.

Areas under consideration will include the role of the coach, coaching versus corrective action, use of constructive feedback, coaching steps/styles and techniques to deal with underperformance.

Further Information
www.graphitehrm.com or phone Fran on 01-6627099.

Stephen's House
7-8 Upper Mount Street
Dublin 2

HR Ireland 2007

The HR Ireland conference and exhibition promises a mix of seminars and presentations from Irish and international HR experts, plus an exhibition featuring the latest in HR and training products and services.

Further Information
click here

Citywest Hotel, Saggart, Co. Dublin

The IBEC Trainer Skills Programme

This practical programme will provide participants with the skills and techniques required to deliver effective training within their organisations.

At the end of this programme, participants will:
- Identify where and when training is required
- Design, plan and deliver appropriate training to meet identified training needs
- Understand the principles of learning and apply these in training situations
- Apply acquired training skills in the workplace
- Monitor trainees and provide corrective coaching where necessary
- Use visual aids effectively

The course is aimed at those involved in training delivery who want to develop their skills, style and confidence in this area.

Cost
Rate per participant €1,100 or €354 with 70% FAS funding (includes accreditation fee)

Further Information
Joann Carroll (01) 605 1541

IBEC,
Confederation House
84-86 Lower Baggot Street
Dublin 2

Belbin Train the Trainer

This two day course goes way beyond ensuring users of the Belbin profiling model and Interplace system are fully competent and achieve the required standards to become Belbin accredited. It provides participants with the knowledge and skills on how to use the Belbin model to improve individual, team and organisation performance. Participants gain hands-on experience in using the Belbin model and the e-interplace software generated reports.

Trainer is Barrie Watson, the managing Director of Cert Consultancy in the UK.

The cost is €790 per delegate.

Further Information
www.icbe.ie

Waterford

IBEC - Managing the Training Function

This programme is aimed at managers who have responsibility for management training. It focuses on managing training rather than the delivery of training. We provide a Train the Trainer Programme which focuses on the delivery element of training.

At the end of this programme, participants will:
- Be aware of current trends and initiatives in training and development
- Understand the elements of an effective training system, including evaluation
- Know how to identify training needs and develop training plans

Programme content includes:
- Developing training plans
- Designing training programmes
- Issues in implementing training
- Recording of training
- Evaluation of training

The course is aimed at those managing the area of training and devlopment within the organisation.

Costs: Rate per participant €550

Further Information
Shaunagh Ginty (01) 605 1661

IBEC,
Confederation House
84-86 Lower Baggot Street
Dublin 2

Coaching Skills for Managers

This course provides simple, effective and powerful tools and skills to assist Managers to:

- Fast-track new employees through the “honeymoon period” making them more productive quicker.
- Give team members a clear understanding of their role and how they fit into the organisation.
- Provide team members with ongoing support, encouragement and opportunities to develop and learn.
- Establish worthwhile, meaningful and challenging outcomes and goals for themselves and their team.

Fergal O'Connor of Synergy Coaching will conduct the course.

The cost is €195 per delegate

Further Information
www.icbe.ie

To Be Confirmed