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How to conduct business meetings

The "How to Conduct Business Meetings" short course provides participants with the skills and techniques to plan, lead, and manage business meetings effectively. Covering best practices in agenda setting, time management, engaging participants, and summarizing outcomes, this course is designed to help professionals run efficient and productive meetings that foster collaboration and drive results. Through practical exercises and role-playing, students will learn to keep meetings on track, encourage active participation, and ensure actionable outcomes for continuous business growth.

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Overview

Overview

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

  1. Design and organize effective meeting agendas aligned with objectives.
     
  2. Facilitate business meetings with confidence and control.
     
  3. Employ strategies to engage participants and encourage contributions.
     
  4. Document meeting outcomes and create actionable follow-ups.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs):

  1. Create an agenda that sets clear goals and priorities for meetings.
     
  2. Apply time management techniques to maintain meeting focus and productivity.
     
  3. Demonstrate methods for engaging participants and handling conflicts.
     
  4. Summarize key points and develop follow-up action plans post-meeting.

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Study contents

Course Content:

Introduction to Business Meetings

  • Purpose and types of business meetings
  • Roles and responsibilities in a meeting

Preparing for a Meeting

  • Defining the objective and setting goals
  • Creating a structured agenda
  • Selecting participants and assigning roles

Time Management and Structure

  • Techniques for keeping meetings on schedule
  • Balancing discussion, decision-making, and task assignments
  • Strategies for redirecting off-topic discussions

Effective Facilitation Skills

  • Opening and closing a meeting professionally
  • Maintaining control and addressing conflicts diplomatically
  • Techniques for active listening and guiding discussions

Engaging Meeting Participants

  • Encouraging input and managing differing opinions
  • Handling difficult participants and ensuring equal participation
  • Fostering collaboration and creating a respectful environment

Summarizing and Documenting Outcomes

  • Summarizing key points and decisions made
  • Developing actionable follow-ups and assigning responsibilities
  • Documenting and distributing meeting minutes

Practical Exercises and Role-Playing

  • Mock meeting exercises with feedback
  • Case studies of effective and ineffective meetings
  • Practicing techniques for engagement and facilitation

Admission

Admission

Admission Criteria:

  1. Educational Background: No formal education requirement; however, a basic understanding of business or workplace dynamics is beneficial.
     
  2. Experience in Team Collaboration: Ideally suited for those who have experience in collaborative or team settings.
     
  3. Interest in Leadership or Meeting Facilitation: Individuals who want to improve their professional communication and meeting management skills.

Beneficiaries of This Course:

This course is beneficial for managers, team leads, project coordinators, and anyone who regularly organizes or participates in business meetings. It’s also useful for professionals in administrative roles, HR personnel, and anyone looking to improve their facilitation skills.

Careers

Potential Job Opportunities After Completion:

Upon completing this course, participants will possess skills applicable in a variety of roles where organizing or facilitating meetings is essential, such as:

Project Manager

  • Leading project meetings, ensuring clear communication, and documenting actionable steps.

Team Leader or Supervisor

  • Conducting team meetings, addressing concerns, and aligning team efforts with organizational goals.

Administrative or Executive Assistant

  • Organizing and coordinating meetings, setting agendas, and managing meeting logistics.

Operations Manager

  • Leading meetings focused on operational improvements, collaboration, and process management.

Human Resources Specialist

  • Conducting interviews, onboarding sessions, and internal training meetings.

Customer Success Manager

  • Running meetings with clients, capturing insights, and establishing follow-up actions.

This course provides valuable meeting management skills that can help professionals improve communication, increase productivity, and facilitate better decision-making in diverse business environments.

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Tuition fees

How to conduct business meetings (Duration 1 Hours)

Learn essential skills to plan, lead, and facilitate effective business meetings that drive collaboration and actionable outcomes.

 

 

500 $

250 $ / Total Cost
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