Course Dates
Next course will take place over two days 4th and 5th November 2010.
Course times 11:00 to 16:00
Course objective
To provide the participant with the skills to understand the subject/s of a meeting, identify the key points and record accurately.
You will be able to prepare and deliver notes which are to the point and clearly understandable.
You will also learn and be provided with necessary templates for formal minute preparation
This is not a shorthand course or a course in writing the meeting content verbatim.
Course Structure
- Types of minutes and writing styles available
- Chairperson duties and responsibilities of the minute taker
- Establishing good working rapport with the Chair.
- Creating an agenda - where to start and what other people will expect
- Practical application of the agenda.
- Note taking - practical exercises
- Sorting information effectively and knowing what is important.
- Minute taking practical workshop.
What is a good set of minutes
- Re-writing poor minutes
- Bad minutes - feedback session
- Overcoming the passive voice
- Correct tone and professional language
- Questions and answers with our experienced trainer
Course Requirements
A good level of the English Language
Course Outcomes
- A clear understanding of the minute-taker’s role
- A checklist of what should be included in minutes
- Accurate, brief and clear minutes
- Understanding of the important dynamic between the minute-taker and chair
- Listening techniques to enhance concentration
