Learn how to set successful objectives
Objectives form a crucial part of every manager's job. They guide everything important we do at work. If we are trying to achieve the wrong objectives, we can't possibly perform well. Yet setting good, clear objectives is difficult to do.
These could be objectives for yourself, other individuals, your team or even for a whole organisation. They could be long-term or short-term.
Course Objectives
Participants will acquire the knowledge and skills to:
- Show you how to set effective objectives
- Recognise different types of objectives and their key characteristics
- Follow a step-by-step objective setting Action Plan
- Write precise and measurable objectives
Who Will Benefit?
This course is for all who need the skills and knowledge to ensure they effectively manage themselves and others at work.
The content is suitable for the needs of supervisors, first line managers and project leaders. However, anyone in a management position will find invaluable tips and reminders from this course.
This course is especially suitable for those studying for Vocational Qualifications, as each course is matched to national standards of competence.
What to Expect
This course uses KnowledgePool's web-based training materials available on http://www.knowledgepool.com
Throughout the support period of 6 months students will have access to an online classroom featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), assignments and student interactive chat. Qualified tutors are available via e-mail for any assistance during the course.
E-mail responses are guaranteed for the next working day.
Recommended System Requirements
The minimum system requirements to enable you to start using this course are as follows:
- Any desktop PC running industry standard browsers (Internet Explorer 4.0 or later & Netscape Navigator 3.0 or later)
- Monitor with a screen resolution set to 800 x 600 & 256 colours
- Materials have been written in standard HTML (3.2) & JavaScript (1.1)
You will not require any 'plug ins' or special server side software
Course Contents
- What are Objectives?
- Types of Objectives
- Characteristics of Objectives
Objective Setting Action Plan
Layout and Writing Tips
Including: Check my Understanding Tests and Full Course Test