Effective communication & networking skills
Communicate and network with confidence.
Type of Course: Personal Development ⇲ Download Brochure
Course Reference: HOC-009, HFFC-014
We communicate all the time, even when we do not say a word, and the results that we get are directly linked to how well we do it. Effective communication and networking skills are essential in every aspect of our lives, both at work and outside of work. They underpin building and maintenance of relationships that enable us to achieve our goals.
This course will give participants an insight into the communication process and equip them with practical techniques and tools which will noticeably improve effectiveness of their communication and networking. It has been designed in a way which draws on real life scenarios and aims for immediate application.
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This course has been designed in a way which draws on real life scenarios and aims for immediate application of communication and networking skills.
Objectives of the course include exploring the following:
In the first part of this course we will focus on:
Exploring the communication process
How we create meaning when we interact with others
Communication channels and how to use them effectively depending on what we want to achieve
In the second part of this course, we will focus on:
How our mind-set and attitude impact on the results of networking
Active listening and asking insightful questions to promote interest in others
How to concisely present what we have to offer
How to maintain our connections after a networking event
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Uncover the purpose of communication
Explore the communication process
Gain insights into how we create meaning
Consider effectiveness of various communication channels
Apply networking skills such as listening, asking questions, presenting your offer and staying connected
“Very well organised course. Easy to follow and interesting to explore different types of communication.”
Shared Patel, Imperial College London
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“Could be good to have less ‘what is communication’ and more focus on gravitas / conflict resolution.”
Unknown, 5 star rating given
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This course has been awarded star ratings by our delegates to demonstrate the quality of the course. 5 being outstanding and 1 being poor.
56% rated this course – 5 stars
22% rated this course – 4 stars
22% rated this course – 3 stars
0% rated this course – 1/2 stars
- Online (HOC-009) – Instructor-led event
- Onsite (HFFC-014) – Face-to-Face (Currently not available due to Covid-19 pandemic)
HEaTED Members:
Online: £185.00
Onsite: £285.00
Find out more about course credits by clicking here.
Non-Members:
Online: £285.00
Onsite: £470.00
Online and Onsite: 1 Day (Around 6 hours)
Bitesize: 1.5 hours
This activity is subject to minimum group numbers but can be delivered on-site at your institution at a time and date to suit your team. Please contact us at heated@sheffield.ac.uk for more information.
For HEaTED members, we offer 1 free place for every 10 bookings, and 2 for groups of 15 or above.
