Course Objectives

• To understand the principles and importance of correct planning
• To have a clear understanding of the essentials of planning
• To enable delegates to set effective goals
• To learn to set objectives to aid in the achievement of the goals
• To organize and adapt plans for successful implementation
• To understand to use planning tools e.g. Gantt Charts, etc.
• To understand and practice the principles of Prioritising work effectively
• To learn personal organizing strategies to help with work-life balance
• To learn how to organize your office, computer, and paperwork
• To practice the skills of planning and organizing in a controlled environment
• A range of tools and techniques to assist in planning and prioritizing your workload
• A number of techniques that will help you remain focused on productive work for a greater proportion of your time
• The ability to plan your own, and your team's work
• Greater confidence and control over your immediate work environment

Course content

• Defining Planning & Organizing
• The Key Elements of The Planning Cycle
• Setting Goals & Objectives
• SMART(ER) Goals
• Planning & Organizing Exercise
• Types of Planning Tools
• The Key Elements of Organizing
• Using a Gantt Chart
•  Prioritising Workload for Effectiveness & Efficiency
• The Pareto Principle
• Planning & Organizing Exercise
• Improving Personal Organization
•  Improving Your Work Environment: Office Layout, Computer & Paperwork
• Work Smarter, Not Harder
•  Handling Delegation for Effective Organization
•  Tips for Work-Life Balance

Who Should Attend?

•  All managers, supervisors, team leaders, shift leaders and support staff. No matter what your department or job function, being well organized pays off - for both the employer and the employee!