Meeting Skills Training Course in Cambridge

Effective Meeting Skills Training Outline

Module 1: Purpose and Types of Meetings

• Why Call a Meeting? (Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Delivering News, Launching Projects)
• Types of Meetings (Team, Project, Board, etc.)
• Key Components of an Effective Meeting

Module 2: Planning and Preparation

• Essential Steps for Planning a Meeting (Determine Purpose, Set Expectations, Finalise Agenda)
• Preparation Checklist (Details, Logistics, Communication)

Module 3: Chairing and Facilitating Meetings

• Role and Responsibilities of the Chairperson
• Keeping Delegates Engaged and Focused
• Tools and Techniques for Effective Facilitation (Persuasion, Negotiation, Time Management)

Module 4: Ensuring Participation and Effective Communication

• Encouraging Participation from All Attendees
• Managing Difficult Discussions and Opinions
• Communicating Decisions Clearly

Module 5: Reviewing and Following Up

• How to Keep Track of Action Items and Outcomes
• Writing Effective Meeting Minutes
• Reviewing Progress and Conducting Follow-Up Meetings

Module 6: Personal Action Plan

• Setting SMART Goals for Continuous Improvement
• Developing Personal Meeting Facilitation Skills (Delegating, Managing Time, Closing Meetings)

Who Should Attend this Effective Meeting Skills Training?

This training is ideal for individuals seeking to lead, participate in, and contribute to chairing meetings more effectively by improving communication, structure, and productivity.

You should attend this chairing meetings training if you are:

• Team Leaders or ManagersProject Managers
• Business Executives
• Administrative Professionals
• Remote Workers
• Aspiring Professionals

Prerequisites for the Effective Meeting Skills Training

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. However, basic communication skills and some prior experience in attending meetings would be beneficial for the delegates.

Introduction to Effective Meeting Skills Training

Effective Meeting Skills Training introduces the principles of planning, leading, and managing productive meetings. It covers meeting preparation, facilitation, communication, and follow-up practices.

This training develops knowledge of meeting planning, facilitation, and participant engagement. Delegates learn how to chair meetings, manage discussions, communicate decisions, and prepare meeting minutes.

This 1-day course offered by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to apply effective meeting management practices in professional environments. The knowledge gained helps improve meeting outcomes, collaboration, and workplace communication.

Effective Meeting Skills Course Objectives

• To plan and structure productive meetings with clear objectives
• To manage meeting flow, timing, and participant engagement
• To encourage collaboration while handling conflict or disengagement
• To apply techniques for both in-person and virtual meetings
• To enhance decision-making and follow-up techniques after meetings
• To develop facilitation skills for leading effective and focused discussions

Upon completing this Effective Meeting Skills Training, delegates gain advanced skills to plan and lead productive meetings effectively. They learn to manage discussions, engage delegates, and apply structured techniques to ensure efficient and successful meeting outcomes.

What's Included in this Effective Meeting Skills Training?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Meeting Skills Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack