Managing Remote Teams
Short course
In London
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Day
to provide participants with the opportunity to examine the implications of managing remote teams. to help participants determine the styles, skills and processes they need to develop to manage their teams effectively. Suitable for: managers of teams where some members work ‘off-site', e. G. On clients' premises, on assignments overseas, in the ‘field', from a home base or a satellite office. managers considering developing remote working.
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About this course
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. All courses are aimed at experienced professional people who need to develop their skills and understanding in this area.
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Course programme
Remote working is becoming increasingly common and often poses new challenges for managers. Proseminar's managing remote teams looks at the specifics of managing remote and virtual teams and explores how management style and approach to team-working needs to be adjusted accordingly.
Emphasis is placed on building relationships, managing performance and supporting the individual both technologically and personally. The course is relevant both for those already managing remotely and for managers from organisations considering developing remote working.
Course outline
- introduction to managing remote teams
- management style and the remote team
- sharing goals, setting and managing performance criteria
- building a team identity
- supporting individuals
- handling performance problems
- equipping staff to work remotely
- getting the best from technology
- managing telephone conversations and teleconferencing
- team meetings - managing the dynamics
course methods
managing remote teams is an interactive course which provides participants with the opportunity both to learn from the expertise of the tutor and to pool experiences, learn from each other and exchange models of good practice.
Course times
courses usually run from 9. 30 to 17. 00 each day. The training centre is open from 8. 30.
Breaks & refreshments
coffee, tea and light buffet lunch are included in your fee. Lunch includes vegetarian option and fresh fruit. Unfortunately we are not able to cater for the dietary requirements of vegans or others who have special needs.
Dress code
we have no specific dress code. We want you to relax and enjoy the course.
Pre course questionnaires & other preparation
to help us get to know you and understand your training needs and particular interests, we will send you a pre-course questionnaire by e-mail two weeks prior to the course. This is an easy to fill word document. Please e-mail this back to your course tutor following the instructions on the form and bring a copy with you.
For some courses you may be asked to do some preparation in advance. For others it is suggested that you may find it useful to bring samples of your own work with you.
Bringing a laptop or calculator is never essential but can be useful. Above all we want you to bring an open mind.
Additional information
Managing Remote Teams