Effective Management Skills and Strategies

Introduction:

This course focuses on effective management skills and techniques designed to improve time management, task prioritization, and organization in both personal and work life. Additionally, it aims to enhance team leadership capabilities. By mastering these skills, you will be more motivated and effective, leading to increased productivity and efficiency in business operations.

For organizations to operate effectively, improved planning strategies, clear objectives, and accurate decision-making are crucial. This course highlights the importance of developing productive practices to ensure effective work management and promote continuous organizational development.

You will also learn stress reduction techniques to achieve a healthy work-life balance. By recognizing the signs of stress and applying appropriate measures, you can ensure that stress does not impact your overall performance and health.

Enhance your effectiveness by managing time efficiently. Properly prioritize tasks, make the most of your working hours, and plan your day effectively to increase productivity and reduce stress.

Objective:

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Apply key management functions (planning, organizing, directing, and controlling) essential for leading a team.
• Develop and manage work schedules that increase team productivity.
• Collaborate effectively with others to achieve desired results.
• Conduct innovative problem-solving sessions.
• Set goals within deadlines, understanding the competencies required.
• Utilize fundamental planning tools relevant to job approaches.
• Apply techniques that enhance decision-making processes and problem-solving methods, leading to improved productivity.
• Differentiate between tasks that are dispensable and those that should be prioritized or delegated.
• Focus on performance improvements after overcoming obstacles.

Training Methodology:

• Hybrid training
• Simulated case studies
• Role-playing
• Buzz group discussions
• Multimedia presentations
• Ongoing feedback
• Individualized action plans

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Transition from Technical Expert to Functional Manager/Supervisor

• Functions of management
• Skills required
• Common mistakes made by managers and how to avoid them
• Assessing and adapting your leadership style

Unit 2: Planning and Organizing Tools and Techniques

• Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
• Low-Cost Scheduling/Crashing
• Understanding project schedules
• Bar charting
• Supervising workforce numbers and creating backup plans

Unit 3: Management Through Performance Analysis

• Setting measurable performance goals for your team
• Identifying key indicators of success or failure
• Establishing benchmarks

Unit 4: Dealing with Your Team Members, Contractors, and Customers

• Effective communication to influence behavior
• Overcoming barriers to communication
• Understanding what makes someone a good communicator
• Managing conflicts efficiently

Unit 5: Building Successful Work Teams

• The value of teams and teamwork
• Understanding group dynamics
• Tools for building effective teamwork in group settings

Unit 6: Analyzing Issues and Making Effective Decisions

• Defining problems and identifying causes
• Using the Kepner-Tregoe technique for rational problem-solving
• Utilizing problem analysis tools