Preparing and Writing the Effective Contracts
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Preparing and Writing the Effective Contracts Course
Introduction:
The core challenge faced by managers is to achieve effective and efficient outcomes by working collaboratively and effectively with their teams. This course aims to equip managers with the essential tools and knowledge to excel in their roles by introducing the four universal functions of management: Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling (POLC). By mastering these functions, managers can enhance their ability to drive productivity and achieve organizational goals.
The course begins by emphasizing the importance of planning in effective management. Participants will learn about the analytical and forecasting tools that facilitate the planning process. Techniques such as environmental scanning, budgeting, and breakeven analysis will be explored, enabling managers to make informed decisions and anticipate future challenges. By acquiring these skills, managers can develop comprehensive plans that align with organizational objectives and promote success.
Furthermore, the course delves into the concept of organizing, which involves structuring resources, tasks, and responsibilities to optimize efficiency. Participants will gain insights into effective organizational structures and strategies for delegating tasks and responsibilities. By understanding the principles of organizing, managers can create streamlined workflows, foster effective teamwork, and maximize productivity within their teams.
The course also focuses on the crucial function of leading, which entails inspiring and motivating team members to achieve their best performance. Participants will explore leadership styles, communication techniques, and strategies for building strong relationships with their teams. By developing their leadership skills, managers can effectively guide their teams, cultivate a positive work culture, and drive employee engagement and satisfaction.
Additionally, the course covers the function of controlling, which involves monitoring progress, evaluating performance, and implementing corrective measures as needed. Participants will learn about performance measurement tools and techniques that enable effective control of processes and outcomes. By mastering the art of controlling, managers can ensure that tasks are completed as planned, identify areas for improvement, and take proactive measures to address any deviations from the set goals.
The course also touches on project planning concepts, such as Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), 'PERT' diagrams, 'Gantt' charts, and 'Load' charts. These tools provide managers with a systematic approach to plan and manage projects, enabling them to set realistic timelines, allocate resources efficiently, and monitor progress effectively.
By the end of this course, managers will have a solid understanding of the four universal functions of management and the tools associated with each function. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively plan, organize, lead, and control their teams, ultimately driving improved performance and achieving organizational success.
Join us in this enlightening course, where you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the essential functions of management. Enhance your managerial skills, optimize your team's performance, and make a significant impact on the success of your organization.
Course Objectives:
Upon the successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of planning and employing the 'SMART' criteria to objectives set
- Use environmental scanning, budgeting, and breakeven analysis as tools for planning and forecasting
- Define projects and apply project management techniques such as 'PERT' diagrams, 'Gantt' charts, and 'Load' charts
- Recognize the importance of control, and of properly utilizing key performance measures to keep work on track
- Assess the impact of organizational change and manage people's resistance to change
Who Should Attend?
Anyone within the organization whether they are staff, department head, manager, or supervisor who needs to develop their ability to plan, organize, control, and achieve their goals and objectives on time and within the expected quality standards.
Course Outlines:
Foundation of planning
- The functions of management
- Definition of planning
- Elements of planning
- Types of plans
- Planning in the hierarchy of an organization
- Efficiency versus effectiveness
- Benefits of planning
- Why many managers and supervisors fail to plan
- Elements of good plans
Planning Tools and Techniques
- Analysis of the environment
- Forecasting techniques
- Definition of benchmarking
- The benchmarking process
- Allocating resources and budgets
- Breakeven analysis
- Limitations of breakeven analysis
Project Planning and Scheduling
- Definition of a project
- The work breakdown structure
- Simple network diagrams
- Steps in developing a 'PERT' chart
- Forward and backward scheduling
- Finding the critical path
- Gantt and Load charts
Control and Performance Measurement
- Definition of control
- The planning and controlling link
- Importance of control
- The control process
- Measuring: what and how
- Sources of information for measuring performance
- Managerial decisions in the control process
- Organizational performance measures
- Feed forward, concurrent, and feedback controls
- Information controls and balanced scorecards
- Contemporary issues in control
Managing and Controlling Resistance to Change
- Forces for change
- Rate of success in change efforts
- Why organizational change fails
- The 10 principles of change
- Five activities contributing to effective change management
- Force field analysis