Management Introduction to Management classroom

Learning objectives

• To define the term 'management' and know the core skills that make an effective manager
• Identify the key areas of responsibility of a manager and consider personal strengths and areas for development, use of self-analysis to identify management preferences
• Understand how to set team and individual objectives and how to link them to the performance cycle
• Team building – understanding of team dynamics and the stages of building a high performing team
• Maintaining performance – understand how to use motivational theories effectively to get the best from your team

What's covered?

• Understanding the management role: how the role has changed, key responsibilities of the manager, management behaviours
• Developing your style: analysis of the different approaches to management, personal profiles and preferences, the advantages of a flexible style and the dangers of using just one style, self-reflection to identify strengths and development areas of personal style
• Performance management: SMART objective setting, understanding and integrating objectives into the performance management cycle, coaching for improved performance
• Team dynamics and motivation: key stages of team development and performance and the management strategies required at each stage, understanding what motivates/demotivates people and the theories of motivation, strategies to build and maintain a highly motivated team
• Personal Learning Logs: an opportunity to reflect on what has been covered during the course and to identify key actions to for the workplace

Target audience

First-time managers or recently appointed managers, looking to become fully effective in their new role. This course also meets the needs of experienced managers seeking additional training or a refresher course.