THE NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL SECRETARIES (NIPS)

(ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL SECRETARIES- ESTABLISHED BY ACT 1990)

2012

MANDATORY, LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL

Training Programmes

*2012 Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) Programmes for Members

*Intensive Courses for Secretaries/Personal Assistants (Members and Non-Members)

*Intensive Courses for Admin/Clerical Officers, Receptionists, Typists, Computer Operators.

* International Training and Skills Development Programmes in South Africa

* Membership Qualifying Examinations Programme

* And In-House Training Programmes

NIPS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

94 Ikorodu Road, 2^nd Floor, Fadeyi Bus Stop, Lagos

NATIONAL SECRETARIAT

18a Modele Street, Off Ojuelegba Roiad, Surulere, Lagos, P.O. Box 1184, Ikeja, Laos

Tel: 01-8197299, 08033011365, 08058441143, E-mail: nipsec05@yahoo.com

Websites: www.nipsecretaries.org or www.nipsecretaries.net

MANDATORY COURSES FOR MEMBERS/NON-MEMBERS

2012 INVITATION TO ATTEND MANDATORY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME, NATIONAL SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS FOR

MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS

FOR WHOM: The courses are specially designed for Secretaries, Personal /Administrative Assistants, Typists, Clerical/Administrative Officers, Computer Operators and Receptionists.

COURSE SYNOPSIS:

Many organizations in the country today have had to assign higher roles and sometimes Managerial responsibilities to Secretaries, Personal Assistants, etc. It is therefore imperative that their skills be constantly updated. This programme presents participants with special advantages to enable them cope with the higher responsibilities and also be dynamic.

It is on this backdrop that this programme has been designed to sharpen the skills of the participants to work more effectively with the management team. Appreciate the problems the management faces and better supports the bosses and team up with them for long term mutual gain.

We therefore, invite management to nominate participants for the under listed programmes holding as follows:

2012 MANDATORY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MCPD) PROGRAMMES

In pursuant to rule 9(b) of the Nigerian Institute of Professional Secretaries, the following sessions for 2012 Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) programmes will hold as follows:

Session 1 May 1 – 4, 2012 - NIPS Training Centre, Lagos

Session 2 May 7 – 11, 2012 - Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 3 May 14 – 18, 2012 - Hotel Felona , Benin City

Session 4 June 4 – 8, 2012 - Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 5 June 11 – 15, 2012 - NIPS Training Centre, Lagos

Session 6 June 18 – 22, 2012 - Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 7 July 2 – 6, 2012 - NIPS Training Centre, Lagos

Session 8 July 9 – 13, 2012 - Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 9 July 16 – 20, 2012 - Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 10 September 3 – 7, 2012 - Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 11 September 10 – 14, 2012 - Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 12 September 17 – 21, 2012 - NIPS Training Centre, Lagos

Session 13 October 8 – 12, 2012 - Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 14 October 15– 19 2012 NIPS Training Centre

Session 15 November 5 – 9 2012 Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 16 November 12 – 16, 2012 Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 17 November 19– 23, 2012 NIPS Training, Lagos

Session 18 November 26 -30, 2012 Hamdala Hotel, Kaduna

Session 19 December 3 – 7, 2012 Hotel Felona, Benin City

Session 20 December 10 – 14, 2012 NIPS Training Centre Lagos

October 24 – 27, 2012 5^TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, ABUJA

THEME: VALUE SYSTEM, ETHICS AND ATTIDUTINAL

CHANGE FOR SELF DEVELOPMENT

COURSE FEE: (a) Members – N45,000.00 (b) Non-Members – N50,000.00

To cover Tea/Coffee, Lunch and Course Materials

FOR WHOM: It is compulsory for every member of the Institute to attend, at least once a year.

There is no Exemption. The Sessions mentioned above are meant for Members and non-Members in every state.

THE OBEJECTIVES OF THE MCPD –

(1) To create a forum for sharing institutional and corporate experience in Secretarial Administrative Management.

(2) To equip Secretaries/Personal Assistants with technical skills and understanding in the discharge of professional duties.

(3) To educate Secretaries on the implication of poor Secretarial Administration.

PROGRAMME FACILITATORS

Facilitators would be drawn from experienced professionals in Secretarial Practice and Management with extensive experience in each subject areas.

NOTE: 1. MCPD attracts 40 Points per year and is compulsory for all members

2. Members who do not earn up to 30 credit points in a year stand the risk of their names being

deleted from the membership register.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MEMBERS:

Please note that it is the prerogative of your management to nominate you to any of our programmes and members should therefore, co-operate/liaise with their management in this regard.

2012 INVITATION TO ATTEND NATIONAL SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS FOR MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS

COURSE TITLE 1.Phenomenal Secretaries and Personal Assistants Management Development Programme for Typists, Computer Operators, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists. 2. The Senior Secretary and Personal Assistants Development Programme Corporate Image Makers Programme for Front-Desk Officers, Receptionists and Security Officers 3. The Roles of Secretaries and Personal Assistants in Effective Office Management 4. Electronic Mail Handling and Records Keeping, for Secretaries/Personal/Administrative Assistants, and Mail Room Officers Management Development Programme for Typists, Computer Operators, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists. 5. The Principles of Management and Office Administration for Secretaries, Personal/Executive Assistants 6. Managing the BOSS, Office Schedules and Registry. 7. The Law and Procedures of Meetings, Verbatim Minutes Taking, Motions and Resolutions for Secretaries and Personal/Executive Assistants. Management Development Programme for Typists, Computer Operators, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists. 8. Office Administration, Accounting Procedures and Records Management for non-accounting Officers Corporate Image Makers Programme for Front-Desk Officers, Receptionists and Security Officers 9. Phenomenal Secretaries and Personal Assistants Management Development Programme for Typists, Computer Operators, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists. 10. The Senior Secretary and Personal Assistants Development Programme Managing the BOSS, Office Schedules and Registry 11. The Electronic Mail Handling and Records Keeping, for Secretaries/Personal/Administrative Assistants, and Mail Room Officers Management Development Program me for Typists, Computer Operator, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists 11.The Principles of Management and Office Administration for Secretaries, Personal/Executive Assistants Corporate Image Makers Programme for Front office Officer, Receptionists Security Officers and Drivers 12. The Law and Procedures of Meetings, Verbatim Minutes Taking, Motions and Resolutions for Secretaries and Personal/Executive Assistants. Management Development Programme for Typists, Computer Operator, Clerical/Admin. Officers and Receptionists 13. The Office Administration, Accounting Procedures and Records Management for non-accounting Officers Corporate Image Makers Programme for Front office Officer, Receptionists Security Officers and Drivers

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DATE Jan. 23-27, 2012 Jan. 23–27, 2012 Feb. 13-17, 2012 Feb. 13-17, 2012 Feb. 20-24, 2012 Mar. 5–9, 2012 Mar. 12-16, 2012 Mar. 19-23, 2012 Mar. 5–9, 2012 Mar. 12-16, 2012 Mar. 19-23,2012 Mar. 26-30, 2012 April 2-6, 2012 April 9-13, 2012 Mar. 26-30, 2012 April 2-6, 2012 April 9-13, 2012 April 16–20, 2012 April 23-27, 2012 May 7-11, 2012 April 16–20, 2012 April 23-27, 2012 May 7-11, 2012 May 21–25, 2012 June 11-16, 2012 June 25-29, 2012 May 21–25, 2012 June 11-15, 2012 June 25-29, 2012 July 2 – 6, 2012 July 9-13, 2012 July 16-20, 2012 July 2 – 6, 2012 July 9-13, 2012 July 16-20, 2012 Aug. 6-10, 2012 Aug. 13-17, 2012 Aug. 20-24,2012 Aug. 6-10, 2012 Aug. 13-17, 2012 Aug. 20-24,2012 Sept. 3 – 7, 2012 Sept. 10-14, 2012 Sept. 17-21, 2012 Sept. 3 – 7, 2012 Sept. 10-15, 2012 Sept. 17-21, 2012 Oct. 2 – 5, 2012 Oct. 8 – 12, 2012 Oct. 15-19, 2012 Oct. 2 – 5, 2012 Oct. 8– 12, 2012 Oct. 15-19, 2012 Nov. 5– 9, 2012 Nov. 12-16, 2012 Nov. 19-23,2012 Nov. 5 – 9, 2012 Nov. 12-16, 2012 Nov. 19-23,2012 Nov. 26-30, 2012 Dec. 3 -7, 2012 Dec. 10-14, 2012 Nov. 26-30, 2012 Dec. 3 -7, 2012 Dec. 10-14, 2012

AMOUNT N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N45, 000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N45,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N45,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00 N45,000.00 N40,000.00

THE COURSE CONTENTS ARE AS SHOWN BELOW:

PHENOMENAL SECRETARIES AND PERSONAL ASSISTANTS

1. Business Grooming and Etiquette
2. Women in Business and emotional intelligence)
3. Speaking with Confidence
4. Emotional Intelligence
5. Communication Skills
6. Psychology/Sociology

MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR TYPISTS, COMPUTER OPERATORS,

CLERICAL/ADMIN. OFFICERS AND RECEPTIONISTS

• Managing others through influence
• Managing Self for Personal Improvement
• Managing Change
• Effective Time Management
• Approach to a better working relationship with your Boss
• Communication and Information Management

THE SENIOR SECRETARIES AND MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

· The Secretarial and Office Ethics

· Effective Communication

· Developing Confidence

· Developing and Improving Key Skills

· Getting Results

· Human Resources Management

CORPORATE IMAGE MAKERS PROGRAMME FOR SECRETARIES, FRONT OFFICE OFFICERS,

RECEPTIONISTS/SECURITY OFFICERS

· Communication and Information Management

· Customer Relations

· Effective Public Speaking

· Elementary Psychology and Sociology

· Basic Concepts of Report Writing

· Developing and Adapting Effective Time Management Strategy.

ELECTRONIC MAIL HANDLING AND RECORDS KEEPING, FOR SECRETARIES/PERSONAL/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS, AND MAIL ROOM OFFICERS

· The Birth, Growth and Development of the Computer

· Office Reprography

· Electronic Mail Handling

· Office Practice

· Records-Keeping and Management Controls

· Communication Skills

THE PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT AND OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

FOR SECRETARIES, PERSONAL/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS

• Leadership and Motivation
• Time and Stress Management
• Basic Management Principles
• Accounting for Office Transactions
• Efficient Records-Keeping, Mail Handling and Information Management
• Understanding Work and Corporate Ethics in Office Administration

THE LAW AND PROCEDURES OF MEETINGS, VERBATIM MINUTES TAKING, MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS FOR SECRTARIES AND PERSONAL/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS.

· The Chairman’s Role in Effective Management of a meeting

· The Role of the Secretary before, during and after each meeting

· Minutes, Report Writing. Motions and Proposals

· Verbatim Minutes Taking, Motions and Resolutions

· Glossary of Important Words and Phrases in Minutes and Report Writing

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES AND

RECORDS MANAGEMENT FOR NON-ACCOUNTING OFFICERS

· Basic Principles of Office Management

· Basic Accounting Procedures

· The Cash Book and the Imprest System

· Internal Controls

· Personnel Administration

· Profit and Loss Account and balance Sheet.

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THE ROLES OF SECRETARIES AND PERSONAL ASSISTANTS IN EFFECTIVE OFFICE MANAGEMENT

*Psychology/Sociology

* Industrial/Public Relations

*Corporate Strategy

*Principles of Management

*Law and Procedure of Meetings

*Human Resources Management

. MANAGING THE BOSS, OFFICIAL SCHEDULES AND REGISTRY

* Managing the C.E.O’s/Senior Executive’s Daily itinerary and Schedules.

* Mail Handling and Registry Management for Effective Filling and

Document Retrieval System.

* Organizing and Coordinating Appointments/Schedules and Office events.

* Inter Personal Relationships and Communication Skills.

* Work Ethics and Attitudinal Change for improved Productivity.

* Personal Effectiveness and Time Management Strategies.

TRAINING CENTRE:

(a) LAGOS - NIPS Training and Development Centre, 94 Ikorodu Road,

Fadeyi Bus Stop, Lagos.

(b) BENIN: - Hotel Felona, Dawson Street, Benin City

(c) KADUNA: - Hamdala Hotel, 26 Muhammadu Buhari Way, Kaduna

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Course fees are negotiable

METHOD OF PAYMENT

All payments should be in Cash, or Bank Drafts made payable to NIPS Secretarial Training and Development. Alternatively, payment can be made by cash at the venue. Participants who wish to make payments in advance can pay into the Institutes Bank Accounts as follows:

MEMBERSHIP QUALIFYING EXAMINATIONS PROGRAMMES

FOR FULL MEMBERSHIP ADMISSION

MEMBERSHIP ADMISSION PROCEDURES:

1. (a) Full Membership: (a) B.Sc/HND/CSII in Secretarial Administration

or Office Technology Management

(b) NIPS Professional Examinations Certificate

(1) N15,000.00 Registration Fees

(2) N20,000.00 - Course Materials and Examinations fees

(3) Admission Period: January 10 – April 30, 2012

(3) Examinations Date - May 5, 2012

(4 Induction Date/Fee – to be stated in your letter of membership admission

2. Associate Membership: (a) OND/NABTEB.CSIII in Secretarial Administration

Or Office Technology Management

(b) NIPS Professional Examinations Certificate

(1) N10,000.00 Registration Fee

(2) N15,000.00 – Course Materials, and Examinations Fees

(3) Admission Period – January 10 - April 30, 2012

(4) Examinations Date – May 5, 2012

(5) Induction Date /Fee - to be stated in your letter of membership admission

ENCLOSURES:

(a) Completed Membership Application Form to be submitted online

(b) C.V. in MS words to be sent through our email – nipsec05@yahoo.com

(c) Two (2) passport photographs to be submitted during Induction Registration.

LEARNING MODES
(a) Weekend-End: Saturday only
(b) Distance Learning

PAYMENTS OF FEES:

(1) By Cash at the Secretariat

(2) THROUGH BANKS – Account Name: NIP SECRETARIES

(a) Skye Bank Plc, Account No. 1770899488

(b) First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Account No. 2009466773

(c) UBA Plc, Account No. 1004813461

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION AND ADVANCED CERTIFICATE COURSE IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE COURSE IN SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION (PART I)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Admission into this professional course is open to the following applicants:
• Holders of NECO/WASC/SSCE/GCE “O: level certificate
• Holders of any certificate or diploma from any recognized institution
• Holders of any technical education certificate
• Holders of any professional certificate

The Programme will commence:
- DURATION: Four Months (Saturday Only)
- TIME - From 9.00a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
- FULL COURSE FEE: N50,000.00

COURSE STRUCTURE
1. Introduction to Secretarial Duties and Office Orientation
2. Meeting and Report Writing
3. Mail Handling/Document Security
4. Work Ethics and Attitudinal Change
5. Communication Skills
6. Approach to better working relation with the Boss
7. Personal/Professional Qualities
8. Leadership Quality and Motivation
9. Staff Training and Development
10. Time and Street Management
11. Accounting for Office Transactions
12. Shorthand (option)

2. ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE COURSE (PART II)
The programme will commence:
- DURATION: Four Months (Saturday only)
- LECTURE TIME: From 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
- FULL COURSE FEE: N70,000.00

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Admission into this professional course is open to the following candidates:
• Holders of Professional Certificate in Secretarial and Office Technology
• Holders of any Secretarial and Office Management-related certificate or diploma
• Holders of any professional certificate or diploma
• Graduates in any course of Study

COURSE CONTENTS
• Office Management
• Understanding and Managing the Boss
• Corporate Survival Techniques
• Meeting, Minutes Taking and Report Writing
• Introduction to Internet Technology
• Strategic Time Management
• Stress Management
• Leadership Management
• Communication and Information Management
• Developing and adapting Effective Time Management Strategy
• Managing Self for Personal Improvement
• Appraisal management
• Job Description and Evaluation
• The Secretaries and the Concept of Human/Interpersonal Relations.
• Shorthand
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EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE COURSE IN OFFICE ADMINISTRATION FOR GRADUATES IN SECRETARIAL AND NON-SECRETARIAL DISCIPLINES.(PART III)

-Duration: Three Months (Saturday only)

- Admission period: February, June, September each year

- Lecture time: 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.

- Registration, course materials full course fee: N100,000.00 per participant

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
* Holders of OND/HND/NCE obtained from accredited Institutions in Nigeria
* Holders of B.Sc/B.A/LLB/PGD/MBA/ACCA/ICAN/ICSAN/NIM
* Undergraduates of Universities/Polytechnic/Colleges of Education
* Holders of any professional certificate or diploma in non-Secretarial Disciplines

COURSE STRUCTURE
1. Law and Procedure of Meeting and Report Writing
2. Mail Handling/Document Security
3. Work Ethics and Attitudinal Change
4. Communication Skills
5. Approach to better working relation with the Boss/Subordinates
6. Personal/Professional Qualities
7. Leadership Quality and Motivation
8. Staff Training and Development
9. Strategic Time and Stress Management
10. Accounting for Office Transactions
11. Psychology/Sociology
12 Industrial/Public Relations
13. Managing Self for Personal Improvement
14. Appraisal management
15. Corporate Strategy
15.Principles of Management

LEARNING MODES
(a) Weekend-End: Saturday only
(b) Distance Learning

ACCOUNT NAME: NIP SECRETARIES

Skye Bank Plc, Account No. 1770899488

UBA Plc, Account No. 1004813461

First Bank of Nig. Plc, Account No., 2009466773

RESERVATION/BOOKING:

Please call or write to the Director, Training and Development, NIPS (see address below) not later than five days before the commencement of the course you/nominee is attending to enable us make the necessary arrangements.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

The Director, Training and Development,

NIPS Secretarial Training and Development Centre,

94 Ikorodu Road, Fadeyi Bus Stop,

P.O. Box 1184, Ikeja, Lagos.

Tel: 01-8197299, 08027519942, 08030883198, 08022710595

Email: nipsec05@yahoo.com.

Website: www.nipsecretaries.org

2012 INTERNATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS PROGRAMMES – SOUTH AFRICA

1. HIGH PERFORMANCE PA’S WORKSHOP – 5 Days 20 – 24 February 2012

1.1THE ART OF PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:* Get your team pulling in the same direction,* Mastering leadership so that you and your team are top performers, * Learn how to motivate, inspire and empower even the most difficult of your team members, * Appropriate recognition and reward of good performance, * Defining team roles for maximum productivity, * Delegating - how to let go, *Providing negative feedback in a positive way* Knowing when to train and when to discipline, * Know how to manage time keeping, absenteeism and all the other difficult people issues, *Managing people who are older or more skilled than you* Giving your team your time but still coping with your job

2.2. PRACTICAL TECHNIQUES FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE:* Develop planning techniques for you and your team, * Ensure quality and consistency through defining process flows and developing check lists, * How to run effective team meetings and prepare accurate minutes and action items, * Instilling a true “customer first” culture within your team* Managing stationery and stock to prevent losses and optimize order quantities, * Understanding budgeting basics, * Controlling office expenses and petty cash, * What checks and balances do you need to prevent fraud in your team?, * Getting your company the best deal through successful negotiation and supplier relationship management, * What contracts or service level agreements can you and should you sign?, * Providing concise but effective management reporting* Ensuring systems are in place to deal with emergencies, * Managing the technology issues that your team depends on

INVESTMENT – $2950.00 per delegate, all inclusive i.e. Transport from Airport to Hotel, Assistance with SA Visa applications, Dynamic and knowledgeable facilitators, Training Material, Quality Training venue; A course Attendance certificate, Breakfast, Lunch 5 days accommodation Group Activities, Training Material, and Gifts.

2. MINI MBA WORSHOP FOR PA’S -5 Days 19 – 23 March 2012

Develop insights into how managers can effectively lead people and align their teams to execute Speaking “the language of business”, understanding the broader financial and strategic

context enables participants to build bridges between different functions making them more effective in their roles.

2.1.Leadership, Organizational Skills

2.2.Recruitment, Labour Law

2.3.Operations Management

2.4.Strategic Management

2.5.Finance and Accounting

2.6.Sales and Marketing Excellence

INVESTMENT – $2950.00 per delegate, all inclusive i.e. Transport from Airport to Hotel, Assistance with SA Visa applications, Dynamic and knowledgeable facilitators, Training Material, Quality Training venue; A course Attendance certificate, Breakfast, Lunch 5 days accommodation Group Activities, Training Material, and Gifts.

3. FUNDAMENTAL WINTER SCHOOL FOR ADMINISTRATORS AND SECRETARIES – 5 Days 18 – 22 June 2012

Do you know what is expected of you in your position as municipal administrators? Determine what your role is, whether you are new in a job or not can be challenging. Regulations and policies change frequently, know how to accurately complete and file forms, communicating with elected officials and the public is a full time job.

3.1. Business Writing*Perfect your business writing skills and project a powerful, professional message.

3.2. Communication Skills *Effective communication requires bringing together different points of view and relaying that information without losing clarity or focus.

3.3. Interpersonal Skills*Upholding positive interpersonal relationships among colleagues, subordinates and superiors is the key to maintaining a successful work environment.

3.4. Management and Supervisory Skills*Topics critical to developing effective management skills include performance management, motivation, team development, communication skills and time management skills.

INVESTMENT – $2950.00 per delegate, all inclusive i.e. Transport from Airport to Hotel, Assistance with SA Visa applications, Dynamic and knowledgeable facilitators, Training Material, Quality Training venue; A course Attendance certificate, Breakfast, Lunch 5 days accommodation Group Activities, Training Material, and Gifts.

4. INERNATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK SUMMER SCHOOL –

5 Days 3 -7 September 2012

WCT’s administrative support is for administrative professionals to help them build on the valuable secretarial skills they already possess.

4.1. Successful Presentations *Develop the skills for enhancing a public-speaking style that turns the driest, most mundane information into a dynamic, compelling presentation.

4.2. Successful Presentations *Develop the skills for enhancing a public-speaking style that turns the driest, most mundane information into a dynamic, compelling presentation.

4.3. Women in Leadership * Discover the different sources of power, asserting yourself as a woman leader and understand different perspectives and style

4.4.Time Management * Efficient time management is the key to getting the most out of one's day—from prioritizing tasks, overcoming procrastination, and improving concentration.

4.5. Professional Meetings and Minute Taking* Accurate and concise minutes are essential for an organisation’s planning procedures. By keeping them brief, to the point and comprehensible, planning can move forward and businesses can stay on track.

INVESTMENT – $2950.00 per delegate, all inclusive i.e. Transport from Airport to Hotel, Assistance with SA Visa applications, Dynamic and knowledgeable facilitators, Training Material, Quality Training venue; A course Attendance certificate, Breakfast, Lunch 5 days accommodation Group Activities, Training Material, and Gifts.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

LOCAL/INTERNATIONAL COURSES INTERNATIONAL COURSES, SOUTH AFRICA

The Director, Training and Development, Ms Tensy Rusere

NIPS Secretarial Training and Development Centre, Training Specialist

94 Ikorodu Road, Fadeyi Bus Stop, Tel: +27110427473

P.O. Box 1184, Ikeja, Lagos. Mobile +27728110726

Tel: 01-8197299, 08033011365, 08058441143 Telefax +27118024405

Email: nipsec05@yahoo.com. E-mail: info@waterfrontconferences.co.za

Website: www.nipsecretaries.org