Introduction
An effective training administrator coordinates the administrative activities of the training function, maintaining and developing information systems to enable the department to operate proactively in employee development and training.
This program is designed to ensure that delegates are:
- Equipped with the essential skills to confidently give expert support in the planning and preparation of training events
- Provided with a good knowledge of training systems, best practice, and the interpersonal skills necessary to build positive relationships
Conference Objectives of Essential Skills
- Identify the role and principal activities within the training department
- Establish and develop a comprehensive administration system for internal and external training courses
- Develop and maintain an efficient information system on training courses
- Design and use quality documents: joining instructions, course programs, course notes, and course questionnaires
- Write clear and concise letters and memos
- Communicate effectively with all contacts and maintain a professional image
- Organize work systematically on the basis of priorities
Conference Methodology of Essential Skills
There are detailed presentations from a role model expert trainer supporting each of the topics together with interactive sessions of discussion.
There will also be many practical sessions where delegates have the opportunity to practice and learn by experience. Small group work, exercises, and feedback will all be used to facilitate learning and develop skills, enhancing confidence at the same time.
Conference Outlines of Essential Skills
Day 1: The Successful Training Administrator
- Defining the role, skills, qualities, and attributes which lead to success
- Maximizing your support to your manager - defining their needs
- Training policy and your organization's strategy
- Keeping up to date with training issues
Day 2: Establishing Training Needs
- Identifying training needs at individual, departmental and organizational levels
- The structure of training plans and how to administer them
- Understanding the training cycle and supporting system
- Awareness of different learning styles and how to provide for them
Day 3: Training Records and Information, Organisation and Administration
- Maintaining records, systems, and libraries
- Assessing training records software - data protection implications
- Identifying effective routines and administrative systems - simplifying procedures and utilizing checklists
- Storing information, books, videos, etc - administering access
Day 4: Effective Face-to-face Communication
- Analyzing assertive, aggressive and passive behavior
- Dealing with difficult or unreliable people - building relationships
- Getting information and cooperation from others
- Listening and questioning effectively - becoming a better communicator
Day 5: Personal Effectiveness and Time Management
- Planning, prioritizing and organizing - the basic principles
- Identifying and controlling time wasters
- How to increase others' confidence in you
- Meeting the expectations of your internal customers
- Personal Development - Formulating an action plan
About Istanbul
Few places compare to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, whose enormous size straddles both Europe and Asia, forming a bridge between western and eastern cultures. Resting upon the natural harbor of the Golden Horn, the skyline of the once-Constantinople is pierced with minarets and ancient monuments that embody centuries of history. While it is brimming with historical landmarks and colorful markets, modern Istanbul is also well represented through its contemporary art scene, European-style café culture, world-class dining venues.
Things to do and places to visit in Istanbul
Istanbul is teeming with attractions and landmarks from historic sights and unique cuisine to lively markets and unmistakable culture. It is a thriving city, with a myriad of things to do that skillfully manage to blend every aspect of both the contemporary and the historical world.
On a city break in Istanbul be sure to:
- Visit a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath, whose origins date back to Roman times.
- Marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque and Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most spectacular monuments that dominate the skyline.
- Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, one of Istanbul's most visited museums, home to over 80,000 artifacts.
- Walk through the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel built in the 4th century.
- Be dazzled by the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets.
- Go shopping for exotic products and Turkish delights in the Spice Bazaar.
- Cross the bridge connecting Europe and Asia against the backdrop of the Bosphorus, or take a Bosphorus cruise.
- Taste the diversity and flavor of Turkish cuisine.
- Admire panoramas of the city from the Galata Tower.
- Walk through Taksim Square, the city's dynamic square that never sleeps.