Time management for administrators: managing time and workload

Course summary

Our time management training courses for administrators look at what time management means and explores the key tools for managing our time. Participants are encouraged to keep a diary for a short period before the course and we will use this to analyse strengths and weaknesses. There are a range of practical tips, tools and techniques to help you prioritise and use your time effectively as well as managing your paperwork and workstation. There is time for sharing experiences with others through open, group discussions, and you will consider practical, real-life examples with suggested solutions. This course is not designed to sell you an expensive 'time management system' - just lots of practical ideas and skills which really do make a difference.

Course outline

Time Management Training Courses in London (for administrators)

The time management training course for administrators takes a practical approach to all aspects of managing time and workload. Over the day you will cover:
  • understanding and using the four time management tools
  • how to prioritise your work effectively
  • practising prioritising tasks and gaining confidence about doing this
  • planning your time and planning your day 
  • how to construct and use a simple Gantt chart
  • how to deal with interruptions and be able to control calls - incoming and outgoing
  • managing email overload
  • how to run and participate in an effective meeting
  • managing your manager
  • how to control both your flow of paperwork and your workstation
  • making a realistic programme for putting what you have learned into practice
Participants are asked to keep a diary for a couple of days before the course, and to bring it along with them for assessment.

This time management training course takes place at the Centre's Central London training suite with easy access to tube and mainline rail stations.

"Good to have someone who is experienced and knows how to help and make you feel comfortable"   MS, The Royal Society for the Promotion of Health
"Excellent course and trainer. Really enjoyed it and helped me."  SL, Arcadia Housing

Who is this course for?

This time management training course is for everyone who needs help with their time management but feels they haven’t got time to find it. In one practical, skills-based course you will learn how to take control of your time and use it as effectively as you would like. This course is suitable for administrators and all other office staff who struggle with a heavy workload. The Centre works with people from all sectors including the public sector, voluntary sector, corporate sector and private sector.

What will this course help me do: learning outcomes?

This time management training course will help you understand your own strengths and weaknesses around time management and find the right solutions for you. It will enable you to prioritise tasks effectively, organise your workstation and meet your deadlines.

Other courses to consider

The Centre offers a wide programme of other administration courses, including ADMINISTRATION TRAINING, RECEPTIONIST TRAINING and ASSERTIVENESS SKILLS.  You might also want to take a look at CUSTOMER CARE AND TELEPHONE SKILLS and PROJECT MANAGEMENT. 

Course dates

20 February, 2012
11 April, 2012
25 May, 2012

This course starts at 10am and will finish by 4.30pm. Lunch and refreshments are provided.

Course fee

  • £195 plus VAT small charity price (applies to registered charities with an annual turnover of less than £3m)
  • £315 plus VAT not-for-profit price (applies to all other charities and all other not-for-profit organisations, including public sector and housing)
  • £365 plus VAT standard price (applies to all other organisations)

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