Certificate in Business Meetings Management

Effective business meetings result in efficient use of people’s time and have a positive outcome for all participants. Meetings consume a large portion of employee time in the business world so it is important to determine up front if the meeting is necessary and what it will accomplish. Ensuring that meetings are planned and conducted properly will avoid unnecessary costs and make the best use of everyone’s time. Effective meetings are facilitated to allow maximum participation and consensus that result in follow-up responsibilities being completed. As a meeting leader, you’ll need to know how to troubleshoot during meetings to ensure decorum and civility. You’ll need to encourage collaborative participation to reach well-informed decisions. And you’ll need to encourage productivity in the meeting to ensure the agenda is adhered to.