writing minutes

Centre for Strategy and Communication
London, United Kingdom

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced

Course Description:

'' All organisations need minutes. They are essential if teams, committees and boards are to have a clear record of the decisions they have made and the actions required. Effective minute taking is a must for the efficient organisation and a good minute taker can transform the effectiveness of a team.
This two day course allows a lot of time for practical work. We will give you plenty of exercises to sharpen up particular skills and practice the essential elements of minute-taking. This course is ideal for those who learn better through practice and experience as well as those who are new to minute taking.

Course outline
Over the two days you will cover:
the purpose and use of minutes
preparation for taking minutes
the special rules of grammar and language for minutes
some useful terminology and how to use it
minuting presentations and information briefings
the difference between informal and formal minutes and notes
what minutes should include and what should be left out
the tasks of the effective minute taker
the role of the chair and how to work with your chair
effective listening
tips and tricks for note-taking
There are a number of practical exercises including some real life opportunities to practise taking minutes.

Who is the course for?
This course will be useful to anyone who has to take minutes as part of their work. Whether you are asked to minute the occasional team meeting or are responsible for minuting formal Board meetings, this course will have something for you.
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Phone:020 7490 3030

School Address:

THE CENTRE FOR STRATEGY AND COMMUNICATION
140 Old Street
London
EC1V 9BJ
UK

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