Train the Trainer (FETAC Level 6)  

Course Dates: 6^th, 13^th & 20^th November

Member Rate: €400.00

Trainer: Mike Roche, Mike Roche Training

This 3 day course, one of our more popular, is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, deliver, assess and evaluate training programmes. It is suitable for people who are working in the area of training and development or who will soon be assuming a training position within their organisation. Participants on this course will gain practical experience and recognised certification (FETAC Level 6) as trainers.

At the end of this programme successful participants will be able to:

• Understand different learning styles;
• Explain critical elements of a trainers' role;
• Understand the functions and processes of learning and training;
• Evaluate different approaches to training;
• Appreciate the importance of training on an individual, social and economic level;
• Work effectively with a range of learner groups;
• Explain the training needs analysis process and set appropriate training objectives;
• Apply the principles of training design in preparing lesson plans;
• Deliver training effectively in one-to-one and group situations, and select appropriate techniques for assessing trainee progress;
• Identify different levels of evaluation and evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes;
• Develop and implement appropriate assessment methods.

This course is ideal for Managers and/or supervisors responsible for the training and development of staff, individuals wishing to gain a professional, accredited qualification in the area of training and those who may be seeking to change direction in their professional lives and explore employment opportunities in the area of training.

So if you wish to gain a professional, accredited qualification in the area of training,BOOK TODAY!

Personal Productivity using MS Outlook

Course Date: Friday, 1^st November 2013

Member Rate: €130.00

This one day course will provide you with an effective means to reduce mind clutter and an easy to apply method of managing and prioritising workload and overcoming e-mail deluge. This course, based on the 2007/2010 version of Outlook, will enable you to have an EMPTY INBOX at the end of each working day!

Following this course you will:

• Be aware of Time Management theory (Best Practice)
• Be familiar with MS Outlook Shortcut Keys
• Be able to use timesaving everyday functionality in MS Outlook
• Have customised Outlook to make it work more effectively as a time management tool
• Know how to create tasks in order to prioritise and manage workload
• Know how to create tasks directly from email as an effective method of deferring less urgent work
• Have the ability to use the calendar and tasks to manage working days realistically
• Able to collaborate with other users through meeting invitations, sharing calendars etc.

This invaluable one-day course is available at a cost of only €130.00, so don’t delay, BOOK TODAY!  

See our full range of courses at www.corkchamber.ie/training

Bookings can be completed through the website and enquiries should be directed to Aoife@corkchamber.ie  (Training Services Administrator)

BUSINESS SCHOOL CALENDAR

November

• Personal Productivity using MS Outlook       1^st November
• PMI Exam Preparation Course     5^th November
• Certificate in Train the Trainer    6^th November
• Increasing Sales by Telephone    12^th November
• Project Management Professional   20^th November
• Influencing & Negotiating Skills     20^th November
• Present & Express with Confidence      28^th November

This year, Cork innovates wants to help you and your business take a step in the right direction, and with this in mind, this year’s showcase is jam-packed with business value for your company, from a showcase of business support organisations and services, to a stellar line up of motivational and entrepreneurial speakers along with the Vodafone’s Smart Startup Network.

“The journey of a business begins with a number of critical steps,” explains Siobhan Finn, Cork innovates Co-ordinator.  “The INBusiness INCork showcase event will enable attendees to take those steps, meeting with potential partners, funding organisations and support agencies as well as hearing from case studies and successful entrepreneurs across every sector including technology, services, food and the craft industry,” explains Siobhán Finn.

Running from 9am to 4pm, it is expected that this showcase will attract record numbers.  The event is free to attend, but registration is recommended at https://inbusinessincorkshowcase.eventbrite.ie/

The Cork innovates steering group comprises representatives from Cork City Council and Cork County Council, the four Enterprise Boards in the region, Enterprise Ireland, UCC, CIT, Cork Chamber, CorkBIC and the South West Regional Authority (SWRA) as well as a number of entrepreneurs.  These stakeholders have come together to identify and support key projects and activities to promote Cork as a location of choice for regional, national and international entrpreneurs. Vist the Cork innovates website here .

African Ambassadors to come to Cork Chamber on November 1

Companies who are currently doing business on the African Continent, or who are interested in doing so, are invited to meet with African ambassadors from the African Diplomatic Corps in Ireland at Cork Chamber on November 1. Ambassadors from Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Lesotho and Kenya will be available on the day. To meet with members from this delegation, please contact Liz@corkchamber.ie for further information.

 Enterprise Europe Network ‘Building a Business on Your Ideas’ Seminar, November 21, Waterford Institute of Technology

The Enterprise Europe Network Ireland, in cooperation with the Irish Patents Office and the Enterprise Boards, will host a seminar on ‘Building a Business on Your Ideas’ in the Auditorium, Waterford Institute of Technology, Main Campus, Cork Road, Waterford on Thursday, 21 November. Speakers will include representatives from the Patents Office, Enterprise Ireland, Waterford City Enterprise Board, The Enterprise Europe Network, Waterford Institute of Technology and a Patent Attorney. This one day seminar is FREE to attend but pre-registration is required. For further information and registration, please click here.

EU-China Exhibition on Urban Development, November 20-23, Beijing, China

The EU-China Exhibition on Urban Development will be held on November 20-23 in Beijing. The emphasis is on solutions to increased urbanisation in both China and Europe. The event will be attended by Chinese city governments, provinces and companies. It is being heavily promoted by the EU. All of Cork’s existing and potential partner cities and provinces in China will be present at the Exhibition. Cork City Council has reserved exhibition space for the event. It will be an opportunity to promote Cork as an investment location to Chinese interests and an opportunity for Cork companies to promote themselves to Chinese customers and Chinese partners. The wider Southwest region can also be promoted at the event. If any organisation wishes to collaborate with Cork City Council in branding of the space, please contact Liz@corkchamber.ie for further information.

Business Partnership Opportunities

• A UK company, based in Wales, develops, manufactures and distributes a wide range of food allergen testing products. In addition to laboratory tests they have developed innovative flow through tests for use in food production facilities. They are looking for a wider network of trade intermediaries in Ireland. For further information, please contact Eimear@corkchamber.ie and quote Ref. 20121220114
• A Belgian company, speacialising in interior architecture and design, is looking for subcontractors for the supply of carpentry in metal or wood. It is active in the interior architecture and design for shop-in-shops, concept stores and show-rooms for international brands. The company manages all design categories of the brand spectrum. This encompasses the design and realisation of offices, buildings, shop-in-shops, interior store design, store signage and large scale retail environments. For further information about this profile, please contact Eimear@corkchamber.ie and quote Ref. 20121026020

• This new CACSSS Work Placement Module gives employers and recruiting organisations the chance to recruit a valuable source of skilled labour to meet business and project needs and provides a flexible solution to your recruitment needs.

• The Employability Advisor, based at the UCC Career Services, is responsible for the management and development of this new work placement module for the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences in UCC.
• The programme involves Employability & Pre-placement workshops (supporting students in becoming ‘work-ready’) and post-placement follow-up designed to help students to reflect and articulate on their work-based learning and skills developed and how to market these to future employers.

• This 5 Credit Additional Module involves  a minimum of 150 hours of work placement and is academically assessed. Work Experience can be paid or unpaid, or supported by external funding (e.g. Erasmus), and can occur in a variety of relevant campus, local, national or international settings (e.g. academic, commercial, cultural, heritage, statutory, NGO etc.)
• Work-placements can be completed in one of two periods: Across College Term (Weekly) Placement (within months Nov to Sept) or during the summer months (Block) Placement (within months – June to Sept).
• This module offers students the benefit of a period of work experience, which is vetted by the university and employers.
•  The UCC Career Services, participating companies and academic staff work with students to ensure that they are developing work-place relevant skills related to their degrees.
•  Successful completion of this placement module is listed on students’ transcripts.
  

More details available here.

Exclusive Chamber Member’s Offer €100 pp off all of these Tours!

NEW YORK, NIAGARA FALLS & WASHINGTON DC

21^st May, 7 nights €2200pp

Explore the highlights of North America's foundation-stone states, from New York and breathtaking Niagara Falls to historic Philadelphia and Washington DC.

Your COSMOS Package Includes:

• Flights Cork/Dublin - New York; Washington – Cork/Dublin
• Accommodation on tour in a twin room
• Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
• Porterage at hotels on tour only (for one suitcase per person)
• Transfers between the overseas airports and hotels
• All local and airport taxes/service charges
• Single share option no supplement to pay

Holiday Highlights:

• New York Manhattan sightseeing
• Niagara Falls Sightseeing cruise
• Philadelphia
• Washington DC City tour with local guide

FLORIDA DISCOVERY 

7^th November, 12 nights €2224pp

A Florida feast, taking in both Gulf and Atlantic coasts, with a journey into the sub-tropical Everglades and the paradise of the Florida Keys..

Your COSMOS Package Includes:

• Flights Cork/Dublin - Orlando – Cork/Dublin
• Accommodation on tour in a twin room
• Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
• Porterage at hotels during tour
• Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
• All local and airport taxes/service charges
• Single share option no supplement to pay

Holiday Highlights:

• Cape Canaveral Kennedy Space Centre
• Everglades Visit and airboat ride
• Fort Myers Thomas Edison's house and laboratory, Henry Ford's winter home
• Key West
• St Pete Beach

GREAT CITIES OF EASTERN USA

10^th May, 10 nights €2273pp

Discover the history and influence of the major cities of Eastern USA in this 9 night tour starting in Washington and ending in the 'Big Apple'.

Your COSMOS Package Includes:

• Flights Dublin - Washington DC; New York City - Dublin
• Accommodation on tour in a twin room
• Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
• Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
• Transfers between the overseas airports and hotels
• All local and airport taxes/service charges
• Single share option no supplement to pay

Holiday Highlights:

• Washington DC City sightseeing
• Philadelphia City sightseeing
• Boston City sightseeing, Harbour cruise
• New York City sightseeing

 
SAN FRANCISCO, LAS VEGAS & LOS ANGELES

19^th February, 10 nights €2388pp

Discover the West on this exciting holiday, from cosmopolitan San Francisco to the original 'Sin City' - Las Vegas - and then to Los Angeles, home of Hollywood.

Your COSMOS Package Includes:

• Flights Dublin - San Francisco - Las Vegas - Los Angeles - Dublin
• Accommodation on tour in a twin room
• Local representative in San Francisco, Las Vegas & Los Angeles
• Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
• Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
• All local and airport taxes/service charges
• Single share option no supplement to pay

Holiday Highlights:

• San Francisco 
• Las Vegas 
• Los Angeles

GOLDEN WEST ADVENTURE

09^th April, 15 nights €2894pp

The best of the West. From the glamour of Hollywood to the wonders of the National Parks, this spectacular tour visits the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas, plus canyons, mountains and the scenic California coast.Your COSMOS

Package Includes:

• Flights UK - Los Angeles - UK
• Accommodation on tour in a twin room with private facilities
• Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
• Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
• Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
• Single share option no supplement to pay

Holiday Highlights:

• Los Angeles
• Oak Creek Canyon
• Grand Canyon National Park
• Las Vegas
• Yosemite National Park
• San Francisco