Management Essentials
From your first step into management to a confident stride in leading others, Management Essentials is a practical, high-impact workshop that covers the fundamental tools and techniques every new manager or team leader needs to succeed.
Through interactive activities, reflection and real-world application, participants build clarity, competence and confidence in their role.
Performance Factors
Identify the key factors that influence their performance as managers and the performance of their direct reports.
Adaptive Leadership
Adapt their leadership approach to get the best from different individuals and teams.
Planning & Results
Plan and manage tasks and projects more effectively to deliver results.
What You'll Learn
By the end of Management Essentials, participants will be able to:
Interpersonal Impact
Describe their own interpersonal style and understand its impact on the people they lead.
Team Building
Use clear communication techniques to build trust and develop an effective team.
Risk Management
Recognise and manage risk, including when and how to put contingency plans in place.
Course Modules & Topics
1. Stepping into Management
- The role and responsibilities of a manager
- Shifting from colleague to leader
- Key factors that drive manager performance
4. Planning, Tasks and Projects
- Setting clear objectives and expectations
- Prioritisation and time management basics
- Monitoring progress and adjusting plans
2. Understanding Your Style
- Interpersonal styles and preferences
- The impact of style on others
- Flexing your approach to different people
5. Managing Risk and Change
- Identifying and assessing risk
- Building simple contingency plans
- Supporting people through change
3. Communication for Effective Teams
- Foundations of clear communication
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Handling challenging conversations
Who This Course Is For
Ideal Participant Profiles
- New and aspiring first-line managers
- Team leaders and supervisors
- Experienced specialists stepping into a people management role
- Managers who want a refresher on fundamental management tools
Management Essentials is designed for people who are new, or relatively new, to managing others and want a solid, practical foundation in core management skills.
It bridges the gap for specialists stepping into leadership, providing the essential toolkit needed to drive team performance and confidence.
Course Format & Duration
Duration
Delivery Format
1 day
In-person or virtual live workshop
Group Size
Up to 9 participants
Investment
Contact us for pricing and available dates for Management Essentials. We tailor delivery to your organisation, team size and location.