Skillnet

Lean - Operational Efficency Bootcamp

Network: 
ManagementWorks
Course Fee The subsidised cost of the programme is €3,500 per company for up to three participants (ex. VAT). This includes all training, mentoring, course materials, lunches and refreshments.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course run several times throughout the year. Contact ManagementWork on 01 207 9630 or info@managementworks.ie for dates.
Course Content What is the Operational Efficiency Boot Camp?
In the current climate operational efficiency can mean the difference between survival and failure of your Business. Equally it can be what makes the difference between scraping by and making good profits. The Boot Camp provides you with the opportunity to engage in a highly practical programme that is action-centred and requires each participant to deliver a lean improvement project within their business.

Who should attend?
Senior Managers, including Owner Managers and Managing Directors, of Irish SMEs who want to maximise efficiencies and reduce waste in their operating systems, processes and workflows.

What does the programme consist of?
• A twelve-week focused business impact programme
• Eight half-day in-company mentored sessions working on the specifics of your business
• Four practical one-day workshops
• Learning is practical and dynamic with a strong emphasis on business impact
• Participants will be encouraged to share and pool experiences so that delegates will benefit from ‘real life’ experiences

How will your business benefit?
• Develop a clear understanding and practical knowledge of the tools and practices underpinning operational efficiency
• Learn business skills to apply the tools necessary to enhance your company's performance
• Have mentor support on a project specific to your company that will have immediate impact on your company’s operational performance

Adopting lean tools and techniques is a new approach to business that’s being embraced by companies nationally and around the world and is delivering serious competitive advantage to companies who engage in the process.

Further Enquiries Brian Colleran
For Dublin, Kildare, Louth, Meath, Wicklow
Email: b.colleran@skillnets.com
Tel: +353 87 2928900
Course Web Page: 
http://www.managementworks.ie/business/operational-efficiency-boot-camp
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Management Development Programme

Network: 
ManagementWorks
Duration 1 day a month for 8 months
Number of Places 12-20
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Start date: 27th February 2013 Dublin City Centre
Start date: 11th February 2013 Kildare
Start date: 30th January 2013 Waterford
Start date: March 20th 2013 Cork
Course Content This programme will be delivered over an 8 month period. Each module will be delivered in a workshop format over one full day a month. During the workshops participants will be encouraged to share challenges and brainstorm solutions.
Further Enquiries Liz Cassidy - West & North
Phone:0876816404
Email:l.cassidy@skillnets.com
or
Brian Colleran - Dublin & East
Phone:0872928900
Email:b.colleran@skillnets.com
or
Enda Hogan - South
Phone:0868372388
Email:e.hogan@skillnets.com
Learning Outcomes Before the end of each module each participant will complete a monthly coaching focus sheet which will clearly define the top 4 goals to be achieved within the following 4 weeks. It will also have a top learning’s goal. Each mentoring session will last an hour and be focus on the meeting of these goals. The responsibility to attend the mentoring sessions remains with the SME and not the coach.
Course Web Page: 
http://www.managementworks.ie/business/management-team-development-programme
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Trade Union Representative Skills

Network: 
Trade Union Skillnet
Duration 5 days
Number of Places 15
Subjects Taught 10.1.1 outline the origins and aims and objectives of trade unions
10.1.2 identify different types of trade unions
10.1.3 explain the meaning of the term voluntarism in Irish industrial relations
10.1.4 identify and understand the role of employer organisations in industrial relations
10.1.5 explain the role and purpose of the LRC and Labour Court
10.1.6 explain the role and function of the Irish Congress of trade Unions
10.1.7 appreciate contemporary issues in Irish Industrial relations

Unit 2 Individual Union structures, rules and policy
Learners should be able to:
10.2.1 find and be able to reference key rules from their union rule
book
10.2.2 explain how people can join their union
10.2.3 be able to explain the structure of the union, regions, branches, industry sectors
10.2.4 explain how the general officers, full time officials and national executive committee are appointed
10.2.5 be able to explain the role and functions of the President, General Secretary and other national officers of the union
10.2.6 explain how the democracy of their union works and how it is administered
10.2.7 explain how they can influence union policy at national,
regional and branch level
10.2.8 explain how they as work place representatives can participate in union affairs
10.2.9 describe the key role and duties of workplace representatives
10.3.1 participate in different types of union meetings
10.3.2 take notes and minutes at union meetings
10.3.3 chair union meetings / follow the rules of debate
10.3.4 prepare a motion for different types of unions meetings
10.3.5 make a short presentation and or speech at union meetings
10.3.6 prepare a union report
10.3.7 understand negotiation theory and practice
prepare for negotiation
10.3.8 plan a negotiation approach
10.3.9 present a negotiation case/participate in a negotiation session
10.3.10 conclude a negotiation
10.4.1 process grievances on behalf of a trade union member/s at work
10.4.2 help and advise a trade union member/s under a discipline procedure at work
10.4.3 investigate grievance and disciplinary issues on behalf of the union member/s at work
10.4.4 prepare a case on behalf of a trade union member/s at work
10.4.5 plan and present a case on behalf of trade union member/s at work
10.5.1 be aware of the main Employments Acts in Ireland
10.5.2 outline how they and union members can seek advise regarding employment in Ireland
10.5.3 be aware of the Equality legation in Ireland
10.5.4 discuss Equality, Diversity and Cultural issues at work
10.5.5 be aware of the main provisions of the Industrial Relations Act 1990 and amendments

FETAC Code L22448: Trade Union Representative Skills
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course dates: 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 March 2013
Course Content Unit 1 Trade Unions and Industrial Relations
Unit 2 Individual Union structures, rules and policy
Unit 3 Communications and Negotiation skills for workplace representatives
Unit 4 Handling members problems at work
Unit 5 Employment Law, Equality and Diversity at work
Entry Requirements Elected Workplace Representatives (Shop Stewards)
Further Enquiries training@teeu.ie
Learning Outcomes Learners who successfully complete this module will:
8.1 appreciate the role of trade unions in industrial relations
8.2 understand how their trade union is organised, its rules and policy making forma
8.3 understand their role as a workplace representative
8.4 develop a range of representative skills
8.5 effectively represent union members and promote union policy
8.6 be aware of individual and collective employment law
Methods of Assessment Continuous assessment
Trainer Private Training Company
Location of Course TEEU Head Office, 6 Gardiner Row, Dublin 1
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
Yes

Management

Network: 
ManagementWorks
Duration A twenty-one day taught programme
Delivered on a monthly basis, in chunks of three days per month.
Comment Accreditation
The Diploma in Management is a minor award and a constituent part of the IMI Master of Business framework, accredited with 30 credits at Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Course Fee The subsidised cost of the programme is €1,800 per person. This includes all training, course materials, tutor support, assessment, certification, lunches and refreshments.
Subjects Taught Six core subjects:
1. Business Strategy,
2. Financial Management,
3. Sales & Marketing,
4. Advanced Communication Skills,
5. Human Resource Management,
6. Organisational Behaviour
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Dublin start date 27th November 2012
Galway start date 05th February 2013
Course Content What is the Postgraduate Diploma in Management?
The IMI Diploma in Management is a nationally accredited and internationally recognised postgraduate programme with a simple goal. The purpose of this programme is to engage the managing directors and senior managers in a company with the latest management thinking and practice.

This is an accredited postgraduate programme at Level 9 of the National Framework of Qualifications. It will provide you with a comprehensive, intensely practical and critical overview of best-practice management in a broad range of areas.

How will your business benefit?
The IMI Diploma in Management provides a comprehensive, intensively practical and critical overview of best practice management in a broad range of areas. Throughout the programme concepts and frameworks are applied to the participants’ firms to build practical managerial skills and deliver genuine bottom-line value for their firms. The purpose is to engage owners and senior managers with the latest management thinking and practise.

Careers or Further Progression Opportunity for progression to a Masters of Business
Entry Requirements A level 8 degree (or its equivalent). Applicants with relevant experience will also be considered through APL/RPL.
Further Enquiries Brian Colleran (Dublin)
Phone: 087 292 8900
Email: b.colleran@skillnets.com

Liz Cassidy (Galway)
Phone: 087 681 6404
Email: l.cassidy@skillnets.com

Learning Outcomes By completing the IMI Diploma in Management you will:
• Develop your understanding of the major management functions and best management practice
• Enhance your capability and confidence as a contributor to your organisation’s management team
• Acquire the skills and knowledge required of a modern professional manager
• Be able to analyse and understand the fundamental driving forces of business and the determinants of success.
Trainer IMI
Location of Course IMI, Sandyford, Dublin
Galway City
Course Web Page: 
http://www.managementworks.ie/business/postgraduate-diploma-management
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
Yes

Managing Director Action Programme

Network: 
ManagementWorks
Number of Places 12
Course Fee €1,800 excluding VAT
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Start date: Sligo 23rd January
Start date: Waterford January 30th
Start date: Cork 28th February
Start date: Dublin 06th March
Course Content There is also Mentoring provided. The Programme Manager will review the individual Company requirements and recommend a suitable, compatible mentor to engage with them. Compatibility will be based on experience, expertise and fit.

What is the Managing Director Action Programme?
This is a unique opportunity for you to take time to engage in a highly practical programme that will focus on the strategic business objectives of growth, profitability and delivering sustainable results.

Who should attend?
Owner Managers or Managing Directors of Irish SMEs who want to develop and grow a profitable and sustainable business. Strong management is widely recognised as the key factor that will determine which companies will survive the recession and which will not.

What does the programme consist of?
• A short series of practical half-day and one-day workshops over 6 months
• Support from an experienced business mentor during and between workshops
• Learning is practical and dynamic with a strong emphasis on business impact
• Mentoring will explore effective practices and opportunities to drive business performance

How will your business benefit?
• Develop a clear plan of action for your business to drive future performance in terms of efficiency, scale and profitability
• Learn business skills that will enhance your performance as a Managing Director / Owner Manager
• Increase operational and financial knowledge to survive the recession and increase sustainability
• Develop results driven outcomes - revenue growth, improved productivity, competitive advantage - and create jobs.

Further Enquiries Liz Cassidy - West & North
Phone:0876816404
Email:l.cassidy@skillnets.com
or
Brian Colleran - Dublin & East
Phone:0872928900
Email:b.colleran@skillnets.com
or
Enda Hogan - South
Phone:0868372388
Email:e.hogan@skillnets.com
Course Web Page: 
http://www.managementworks.ie/business/managing-director-action-programme
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Communication & Team Building

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 50 places
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Course will be held in July 2013
Start and enrollment dates to be confimed.
Financial Support Please contact Philip Kelly
Course Content Team building by Firewalking
Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Learning Outcomes Stronger team bonds
Trainer Brian Moore,
Location of Course Ennis, Co. Clare
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Environmental Quality System

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Duration 11 days spread over a number of weeks
Number of Places 10 places
Subjects Taught Identifying KPI's from an Environmental point of view, marketing, sales, tendering, purchasing, sourcing of equipment, training, invoicing.
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment This course will be run from April 2013.
The start date and enrolment date will be confirmed.
Course Content This course will cover the Environmental Management System (EMS) as defined by ISO 14001 and is part of the overall management system that includes organisational structures, planning activities, responsibilities, practises, procedures, processes and resources for developing, implementing, achieving, reviewing and maintaining policy.
Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Trainer Corporate Vision are carrying out this 11 day training course
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Dignity at Work

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Duration This course will be run over 9 non-consecutive days
Number of Places 12
Course Fee Contact Philip Kelly (details below)
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment This course will be run in May 2013,
The start date and enrolment date will be confirmed.
Course Content All staff have the right to be treated with dignity, respect and courtesy, to a workplace free from bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation and to be valued for their skills and abilities. Dignity at work covers behaviours that constitute discrimination, bullying, harassment and sexual harassment. These behaviours are destructive to the individual and the organisation.

This programme is a practical guide to your organisation’s Dignity at Work Policy exploring the legal framework, your responsibilities in treating everyone with the respect and courtesy they deserve and how to address inappropriate behaviour should they arise.

Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Learning Outcomes By the end of this programme you will
 Recognise the importance of “Dignity at Work”
 Be able to discuss the nature, causes and impact of bullying and harassment on individuals and the organisation
 Know your responsibilities to providing a work environment that is free from bullying, harassment and sexual harassment
 Know and understand dignity at work policy and charter
Methods of Assessment The programme will be highly participative and include discussions, role-plays, examples and exercises to address the objectives.

The attendees will be encouraged to interact and discuss the relevant areas to ensure that knowledge and skills are developed.

Role-plays and excises will be run based the attendees own scenarios.

Trainer Dymphna Ormond is a qualified and experienced trainer in the areas of leadership and communication, interviewing, self-management and personal development.

Dymphna has a Phd in Chemistry from UCD, has a Diploma in Business and Life Coaching, a Diploma in Marketing and Sales Marketing from the Institute of Commercial Management and a Certificate in Marketing Management from IMI. Dymphna also lectures in Human Resource Management, Leadership and Change in NUI Galway.

Prior to her career in training and coaching Dymphna worked in the medical and chemical sectors in roles such as Sales, Marketing, Customer Management, Technical and Product Development.

Location of Course Contact Philip Kelly (details below)
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No

Team Leader Training & Mentoring

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Duration 4.5 days a month for 4 months
Number of Places 12
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment takes place at the start of the course).
This course will be run from August to December 2013.
The start date and enrolment date will be confirmed.
Course Content • Stepping into the Leadership shoes
• Difference between management and leadership
• First 90 days in leadership
• System Analysis
• Clarifying Vision, Mission and Purpose
• Developing your emotional intelligence
• Effective communication Skills
• Managing yourself
• Managing conflict and Mediation
• Managing winning teams
• Globalisation
• Developing your edge
• Developing Talent
• Talent management
• Effective Personal development
• Organisation planning
Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Location of Course Galway
Available to Job Seekers: 
No
Certified: 
No

Preparing & giving effective presentations

Network: 
HPSU Skillnet
Duration 1 day
Number of Places 12
Course Fee Please contact Philip Kelly
Subjects Taught Introductions and objectives
• Planning and preparing for a presentation. This section will explore what is involved in planning, preparing and developing an effective presentation. The participants will explore what the aim of their presentation is and what they want the audience to do as a result of attending their presentation. Discussions will then move on the importance of understanding their audience, the role it plays in developing presentations and in delivery.

• Developing the content. The section will move on to explore how to develop the content from initial preparation work: main points must cover, supporting points and building in stories, metaphors, examples to create and keep interest and attention.

• Effective openings and closings. This section will then explore how to open and close for impact.
• Use of visual aids. Many people believe that their slides are their presentation. This section will explore the role of visual aids, how to create them so that they add to the presentation and use them effectively.

• Delivery skills. In this section we explore the importance of delivery and the skills of the presenter in this area. The effective use of voice and body language will be discussed to engage the audience.

• Managing nerves. The reasons for nerves, techniques to manage nerves and role of preparation and practice in managing nerves will be explored.

• Dealing with questions. Questions are a natural part of presentations and should be greeted positively. We will explore the reasons for questions, how to appreciate the value of questions and how effective preparation helps to manage all questions – even the ones you cannot answer.

• Practice presentations. An important aspect of this course is practice and feedback. Each participant will be required to do a short presentation. Constructive feedback will be given. Each participant will then put into practice the feedback given by presenting again with further feedback. Each participant is able to feel and notice the improvement from presentation one to presentation two. This is a hugely confidence building process and enables them to return to the workplace knowing the improvement they have made and how to continuously improve the quality and impact of their presentations.

Participants should be prepared to deliver a mini presentation (approximately 10 minutes) on a topic of their choice, which can be either work related or a topic of general interest. Participants will receive feedback on their delivery, use of slides and content. To ensure maximum benefit from this workshop each person should bring with them typical content.

Enrolment and Start Dates Comment Enrolment takes place at the start of the course.
This course will be run from June 2013.
The start date and enrolment date will be confirmed.
Financial Support Please contact Philip Kelly
Further Enquiries Philip Kelly
Network Manager
m: 086 814 6060
e: hpsuskillnet@gmail.com
Learning Outcomes • Know how to prepare effective presentations
• Have techniques to manage nerves
• Have skills to develop your delivery skills
• Identified strengths and areas for development
• Personal action plans prepared to develop the skills required
Location of Course Galway
Available to Job Seekers: 
Yes
Certified: 
No
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