Supervisory & Administrative Management

Course Title : Supervisory Management |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Supervisors play the role of first-line managers in any organisation. This role is critical in that the supervisors are team leaders on the ground where action takes place and they influence results. To stay on top of their jobs they need to develop or improve their managerial skills. This course is designed to equip supervisors with managerial skills.
• Target Group :Middle Managers, Supervisors
• Dates :06-17 April 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title :Purchasing and Supplies Management |Apply

• Need for the Course :
The purchasing and supply function in an organisation requires high levels of professionalism, and competence, as it is a sensitive operational area in most organisations. Purchasing and supplies managers, therefore, need to be business oriented and be aware of the strategic position the function occupies in their various organisations so as to increase organisational efficiency, effectiveness in order to reduce costs.
• Target Group :Purchasing Managers, Managers responsible for purchasing and supplies
• Dates :18-29 May 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Stores Management & Material Control |Apply

• Need for the Course :
In order to facilitate efficiency and effectiveness of goods and services production processes, organisations ought to purchase goods as required, thus promoting continuity and quality of delivery of products. This requires that storage facilities be availed with an appropriate monitoring system so as to minimise wastage, pilferage and delays. Hence the importance of proper stores management
• Target Group :Store Keepers and Supervisors, Stores Superintendents, In charge of stores
• Dates :15-26 June 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title :Records keeping & Information Management |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Every organisational activity depends upon reliable information. Well-managed records are essential if an organisation is to function effectively, i.e. develop and implement policies, plan and take sound decisions; introduce meaningful reform programmes and deliver desired outcomes. The records management function can be best carried out by personnel with appropriate training, hence the need for the course.
• Target Group :Records Clerks, Secretaries & all those responsible for managing records
• Dates :01-11 September 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

General & Strategic Management

Course Title : Principles of Strategic Management |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Given the dynamic and rapidly changing environment in which today’s organisations operate, it is imperative to manage strategically. This entails constantly looking out for opportunities and taking advantage of them, while making best use of the strengths available, and minimising the hindering effects of the threats and weaknesses, in order to successfully attain desired results in both the short and long term. Today’s managers, therefore, need to be equipped with knowledge; skills and other attributes necessary for placing and maintaining their organisations on the right strategic path, so as to effectively achieve their objectives and accomplish their respective missions.
• Target Group :Top & Senior Managers
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title :Results-Oriented Management (ROM) |Apply

• Need for the Course :
The overriding aim of any organisation is the attainment of desired results. This does not come automatically or by chance; it has to be effectively orchestrated. It is, therefore, vital for managers to have in place appropriate systems a nd processes for ensuring the effective attainment of the desired results. This will include systems and procedures for work planning, ensuring availability of necessary inputs, effective work execution, and timely and appropriate monitoring and evaluation of performance. Without such systems and processes, managers are sure to face difficulties in attainment of desired results. It is against this background that an appropriate course has been designed for managers, to orientate them to deliberately and systematically focus on results.
• Target Group :Senior & Middle Managers,Supervisors
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000
• The cost in Uganda shillings covers tuition, training materials, morning & afternoon refreshments, and lunch only.

Human Resource Management & Development

Course Title :Managing Stress at the Workplace |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Stress is part of life and the workplace is no exception. With the increasing changes and challenges in both the internal and external environments of organisations, managers and employees are faced with a lot of pressure to achieve organisational objectives, excel and survive at a personal level. Inability to cope or manage the pressure can lead to a condition of distress manifested by physical, psychological and behavioural disorders and reactions. These can eventually be detrimental to work performance and destroy one’s quality of life. There is, therefore, need for managers and supervisors to develop stress management techniques. This programme addresses this need.
• Target Group :Top, Senior & Middle Managers
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Human Resource Management (HRM) |Apply

• Need for the Course :
The survival and success of any organisation depends heavily on how it manages the most important resource. HRM is a holistic approach of managing this important resource. It is a modern concept, which should be thoroughly grasped and practised by all those responsible for the performance of people. Effective utilisation of the human resource for improved productivity and increased output demands more than adhering to administrative/ operational rules and procedures typical of the traditional Personnel Management. It is a concern for both human resource specialists and line managers at all levels.
• Target Group : Senior & Middle Managers,Supervisors
• Dates :02-13 February 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Effective Team Building |Apply

• Need for the Course :
One of the constraints to increased productivity and improvement in organisational performance is the inability to motivate and build cohesive and effective work teams. This is partly due to under-estimating the gains from teamwork and partly due to lack of adequate skills and techniques among supervisors and managers to develop and maintain sustainable team spirit among the employees in the organisation. This course is designed to help participants re-assess the invaluable benefits from teamwork and also provide the skills and techniques of building and maintaining successful work teams.
• Target Group : Senior & Middle Managers
• Dates :03-06 March 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Habits of Highly Effective People |Apply

• Need for the Course :
It is a pleasant experience to achieve positive results with minimal effort. However, this is not always the case for most people because they have not learnt how to work effectively. In order to be effective there is need for people to change and develop certain habits that have been proved to increase people's effectiveness. This course has been designed to explore yourself and your impact on others and to discuss habits of highly effective people.
• Target Group : Senior & Middle Managers
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Training of Trainers |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Training the Trainers to perform like professionals. Some people get involved in passing vital information to other people. Some It is an essential step in developing competence of trainers’ skills and focuses on improving the trainer’s abilities, delivery skills, and course designing skills. The course is also designed to provide exposure to the effective use of audio visual aids. “The big driving force is around professionalisation of Adult Trainers.”
• Target Group : Human Resource Managers, Training Officers, Field Officers, Project Officers & Customer Care Managers
• Dates :05-16 October 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Finance Management & Accounting

Course Title : Finance Management for Non-Finance Managers |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Many managers, their deputies and assistants make decisions daily, which have financial implications. Unfortunately, quite a number of them do not have reliable financial management knowledge to guide them. A training programme has therefore been designed to afford them the requisite financial management and accounting knowledge and skills to guide them make informed decisions.
• Target Group :Top & Senior Managers
• Dates :16-27 February 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Planning and Budgeting Skills |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Planning and budgeting are two complementary components of the management process of every organisation. As a phase, planning and budgeting is undertaken before other phases of the management process. It, therefore, sets the pace at which the organisation will operate.
• Target Group :Business Owners,Bursars, Senior & middle-level managers, Project managers, Management Accountants, Monitoring & Evaluation Officers
• Dates :07-17 July 2010
• Fee(Ushs) :250,000

Course Title : Retail Lending,Debt Collection & Management |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Many organisations offer their products on credit for reasons ranging from the need to capture a wider market to securing the highest price. Many service organisations especially those offering utilities, inevitably supply their products on credit and consumers pay after the bill has reached them. Financial institutions in particular, lend out money as their principal line of business. Collection of these debts is usually a cumbersome exercise and at times leads to writing off debts.
• Target Group :Owner managers, Debt Collectors, Accountants, All those involved collecting debts
• Dates :02-13 March 2010
• Fee(Ushs) :250,000

Course Title : Maintenance Supervisors Programme |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Many less developed economies incur un-quantified losses in real terms due to poor maintenance policies and strategies. The manufacturing industries should critically address this anomaly. Maintenance activities when properly carried out contribute greatly to product quality and overall productivity of the organisation. So the need for it to b e appropriately planned for and the concerned personnel trained.
• Target Group :Staff who are charged with the Maintenance Function such as Junior Engineers, Technicians or Maintenance Supervisors
• Dates : Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) :250,000

Course Title : Effective Customer Service (ECS) |Apply

• Need for the Course :
In their quest to increase their market share in this competitive business world, organisations have to ensure that they attract new customers and retain the old ones. The only way to achieve this is to establish and maintain good working relationship with customers. Today customers anticipate to be rendered services beyond their expectations and therefore every effort should be made to provide effective customer service. This course is designed to help organisations meet this need.
• Target Group :Middle Managers, Supervisors,From Line Officers and Executive Assistants
• Dates : 03-014 August 2010
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Project Management

Course Title : How to Write a Project Proposal |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Government, the private and NGOs sectors employ to a great extent the project mode in executing development programmes. Development partners are key players in such projects. It is a well written project proposal that is bound to attract funding. This course has been designed in guiding how to write good project proposals.
• Target Group :Project Managers, Project Coordinators, District Planners, Senior officers in public & private organisations
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

Course Title : Project Planning and Implementation |Apply

• Need for the Course :
A well-planned project stands higher chances of succeeding and attracting funding than a poorly planned one. Funding agencies need to know what the project promises to achieve, its feasibility, whether it is being implemented as planned and according to the approved plan and budget.
• Target Group :Project Managers & Officers, Project Coordinators, District Planners
• Dates :Done on request
• Fee(Ushs) : 250,000

ICT Capacity Building (Computer Training)

Course Title : Introduction to Microsoft Office |Apply

• Need for the Course :
A computer has become an invaluable tool for improving efficiency in offices and in businesses especially in this era of information revolution and in globalisation. There is, therefore, need for you to learn how to effectively use computers for fast and reliable communication.
• Target Group :Those intending to effectively use computers
• Dates :2 weeks, throughout the year
• Fee(Ushs) : 110,000

Course Title : Using Internet and Email |Apply

• Need for the Course :
The global village is here to stay for a long time to come. Information for education, business, leisure and many other various areas throughtout the whole world is available on the World Wide Web. There is need for you to access this information in order for you to gain advantage of this availability.
• Target Group :Those intending to use Internet/Email
• Dates :1 week, throughout the year
• Fee(Ushs) : 100,000

Course Title : Website Design |Apply

• Need for the Course :
A website enables you to make your information available to all people who access the Internet. Many organisations have developed websites for purposes of disseminating information world wide. An individual can also have a website like an organisation. This course is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to develop your own website.
• Target Group :Those intending to develop user friendly websites
• Dates :2 weeks, throughout the year
• Fee(Ushs) : 200,000

Course Title : Hardware maintenance and repair |Apply

• Need for the Course :
Hardware maintenance and repair can be very expensive if you do not know how to do it yourself. There is need for you to discover how simple it can be to maintain and repair hardware. This course will equip you with the necessary skills.
• Target Group :Those intending to maintain computers
• Dates : 2 weeks, throughout the year
• Fee(Ushs) : 200,000