Train the Trainer – a FETAC Level 6 Course – 14^th January, 2013

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 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.

So if you wish to gain a professional accredited qualification in the area of training, for a special member rate of €400.00, BOOK TODAY

Certificate in Business & Executive Coaching (FETAC Level 6) – 16^th January, 2013

Business Coaching for Peak Performance (FETAC Level 6) is designed to provide those with responsibilities for developing workplace competencies with the skills needed to develop individual performance in others. Competencies are identified behaviours, knowledge, skills, and abilities that directly and positively impact the success of employees and organizations. It is designed to create an understanding of the organisational and workplace context within which performance and individual career development takes place and it will provide the skills, knowledge and tools required to carry out effective coaching in the workplace. Coaching is about unlocking a person’s potential to maximize their performance. The main objective of this course is to turn managers into effective managers.

This 5 day course commences on the 16^th January next and is only €550.00 for members, so BOOK NOW!

Project Management Professional – 22^nd January, 2013

The 3 day Professional Project Management course is designed to establish a detailed understanding of Project Management terms, concepts and methodologies. The hands-on approach of this course ensures trainees “learn by doing” and gain a step-by-step, real-time experience of using the tools and implementing the methodologies and support structures. In simulating real-life environments, trainees gather the detailed knowledge required to apply the training on return to their work environment.

This course is designed especially for:

a)      Experienced project managers who had to learn ‘on the job’ and may not be aware of the different proven tools and techniques that exist and that can make their lives easier;

b)       New or prospective project managers, who are looking for guidance on the “right” way to manage their projects;

c)      People who intend to get certified as a PM, and who need to complete the required training so that they can meet the certification requirements;

d)      Functional Managers, who may have to manage some projects “part-time” in addition to their real jobs. Many of the PM tools and methods can also apply to line management and deliver real value.

All this, for a special member rate of only €370.00 – BOOK NOW!

And don’t forget those IT Skills that are crucial to any business:

•   MS Excel (Intermediate) – 24^th January, 2013
•   Personal Productivity using MS Outlook – 31^st January, 2013
•   MS Powerpoint ‘Beyond the Basics’ – 5^th February, 2013
•   E-Mail & Business Writing – 13^th February, 2013

Why train with us? We have small class sizes (average 10 per class), Top Trainers (all are leaders within their respective fields), locally delivered and exceptionally good value for money.

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)

Following the launch, you will have the opportunity to engage in a Citizens’ Dialogue – a frank and open exchange of opinions on the current economic crisis, the rights of European citizens and the future of the European Union – with Vice-President of the European Commission, Ms Viviane Reding and Minister of State for European Affairs, Lucinda Creighton TD.

For more information or to register click here

This Directive is an important legal development and businesses will be able to learn more about the new legal rights it confers, as well as to ask questions and to discuss issues relevant to them. Speakers at the seminar will include:

• Richard Bruton TD, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation
• John Perry TD, Minister for Small Business and SME Envoy
• Antti Peltomäki, Deputy Director-General of the Enterprise and Industry Directorate-General
• Idaira Robayna Alfonso, Legal Officer, European Commission
• Mark Fielding, Chief Executive, Irish Small and Medium Enterprises (ISME)

Why avail of this free review?

A review of your financial affairs should be carried out once a year or at least whenever there is a significant change in your circumstances.  We also feel that in light of the recent EU gender directive it would be beneficial to look at re-pricing existing cover to make sure you are not paying too much for premiums. 

To avail of this free review email us with your name and contact details to info@qwm.ie or call us on 021 4641480.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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 "Real People" will walk our fashion parade and be joined by two former cancer patients who have one won their battle with the disease  and will ‘strut their stuff’ after a head to toe makeover.

Women’s Little Christmas is a fabulous excuse to catch up with the girls, so make sure you take part in this annual tradition that is one of Cork’s oldest customs – we’re still overworked and underappreciated, aren’t we?

Not only will it make a great present and something to look forward to after the Christmas holidays but you’ll be giving the gift of life this Christmas!  All proceeds from the event are going to Breakthrough Cancer Research, thanks to the kind support of The River Lee Hotel and other sponsors.

Breakthrough Cancer Research is dedicated to raising funds to develop new treatments for cancers that have a poor prognosis and currently respond poorly to conventional therapies, which will lead to new clinical trials for cancer patients all over Ireland and abroad. 

The Centre is currently raising funds to fast track their on-going research, one of which is aimed at delivering new treatments for ovarian and cervical cancer. This event raises vital funds for research into the cancer affecting women.

If you want to support this great initiative, email orla@breakthroughcancerresearch.ie or lo-call 1890 998 998.  Limited availability, See http://www.breakthroughcancerresearch.ie/ ,  or buy online through our Gift Shop http://www.breakthroughcancerresearch.ie/gift-shop.html under Seasonal Merchandise.  For more information on The River Lee Hotel see http://www.doylecollection.com/.

Gerry Walsh – Brief Biography:

Gerry Walsh is an Advisor and Business Consultant in Strategic Management and is also an experienced Executive Coach. He combines his management experience and coaching skills to work at CEO and Director level and with Executive Teams in a range of Irish businesses.

For a number of years, Gerry was a partner at Praesta Irl Ltd, Ireland’s leading Executive Coaching practice, having graduated in Executive Coaching at Henley Business School.

He is a non-executive director in a number of companies in private and public sectors.

Gerry, a UCC Engineering and MBA graduate is a Fellow of Engineers Ireland.

Having started his career in the construction industry, Gerry Walsh spent over twenty years working in Bord Gais Eireann (BGE). He filled a number of General Management and Strategic roles in BGE culminating in a seven year period as Chief Executive. He led the transformation of the state-owned business to become a highly successful all Ireland natural gas and electricity supplier and investor in electricity generation.

He left BGE in 2007 to work in the private sector as a strategic business consultant, setting up Spruce Consulting Ltd.

This event is being kindly sponsored by Fastnet Recruitment & Search. To confirm your attendance at the breakfast on January 16^th please e-mail our event co-ordinator Niamh O’Driscoll at: niamh@fastnetrecruitment.com on or before Friday January 11^th, 2013 at 5pm.

The entrance fee is €15 with all proceeds going to Cork Rebel Wheelers, a volunteer run sports club for people with physical disabilities. Along with a networking event attendees will be offered mentoring sessions with the professional experts of the Cork City Chapter, who have referred over €7m worth of business to each other over the past three years.

“We are inviting tradespeople and professionals who wish to grow their business and learn from industry experts how to network efficiently to take part in the evening while raising money for children with physical disabilities in Cork.” said Ciara Feely, BNI Cork City.

Attendees will have access to expert advice and tips and have a chance to connect with other professionals through a fun speed network half hour. There will also be an extensive choice of mentoring sessions available on the evening such as: Email Productivity by IT specialist Sean Ware Marketing with Results by Marketing Institute Council Member, Vincent Scanlon of B2B Signs; Reaching your Target Market by recruitment specialist Julia Forester; The Sales Process by Kevin O Keeffe; Online Selling and SEO by ecommerce expert Michael Hogan and Finance for Start Ups by accountant Richard O’ Brien.

There will be light refreshments served on the evening. Please call 021-2428120 or RSVP to julia@recruitmentmagic.com to register for this event.