People in Organisations Course Why do people in organisations feel & act in the way they do? What are the factors which influence the behaviour of people in organisations & hence what factors affect the operation of the organisation as a whole? How can organisations be designed & managed in order to influence people's behaviour & therefore to ensure more successful organisations? People in organisations is concerned with explaining organisations, both the general & the particular. For instance it is interested in developing general theories of decision-making or leadership or communications which might apply broadly to all organisations. Beyond this it is concerned with particularly the exploration of organisations by developing models which account for differences between organisations & which therefore can provide a more detailed framework for helping managers, & others, to influence organisational outcomes. In this course you will come across a wide range of theories & ideas which provide general & particular accounts of organisations. ...

People, Organisation & Management Course There has been a fundamental shift in the boundaries that shape organisations & work over the last two decades. Rapidly changing social & economic conditions have forced employers to change both their focus & their approach to work & the organisation, in order to survive & prosper in what are generally regarded as turbulent times. Similarly, employees have different expectations of work; overall, they are better educated, possess higher skill levels & have greater aspirations than previous generations. The changing dynamics & experiences within the workplace have led to a questioning of the nature of work & the employment relationship. In this course, we will consider a number of contemporary issues in terms of their impact on People, Organisation & Management. However, before looking at the individual factors which are shaping the workplace of the 21st century, it is important to set the scene in terms of the external environment in which the modern organisation exists. Against this backdrop, the way in which people are managed in the workplace has had to adapt & evolve. Gone is the ‘one best way’ approach to managing people, to be replaced by a range of different techniques, depending on the circumstances & the people involved. Management thinking & practice has moved on in order to cope with the increasingly diverse workplace of the 21st century. On completion of this course the student will be able to: Employ a variety of social science & management concepts in the analysis of work organisation. Reflect on & evaluate the different forms work organisation can take & its key

Dimensions & recognise conflict & commitment as key outcomes of work & the different ways in which they can both be managed. Identify & evaluate managerial & employee goals for & perspectives on work organisation. Appreciate the complexities of group working.

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Performance at Work Course Training activity may place emphasis on a number of different factors: the development & acquisition of knowledge the development of skill the changing of attitude. Defining the current position & identifying what is needed in the future in each of these areas is a complex & challenging task for managers. Every individual employed in the organisation ought to be covered in the assessment & identification of training & development. This

Includes:: research scientists, salesmen & saleswomen, accountants, typists & chief executives. After participating in this course, you should be able to: describe ways of identifying training needs recognise potential solutions to identified training needs describe methods for monitoring training identify methods for reviewing the performance of individuals understand discipline & grievance procedures describe strategies to support employees in improving their performance. In working through this session, you will practise the following BTEC common skills: Managing & Developing Self Working with & Relating to others  Communicating  Managing Tasks & Solving Problems  Applying Numeracy Applying Technology Applying Design & Creativity

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Personal Fitness Trainer Course This course is designed to enable the fitness instructor & coach to develop skills in providing a dedicated one-to-one service for health & fitness clients. About Personal Training Personal trainers assess the wants & needs of their clients with regard to health & fitness. They measure clients’ present fitness levels & design fitness programmes & regimes which are tailored to each individual. Providing a comprehensive service, the therapist is a motivator, nutrition advisor, lifestyle consultant, & fitness instructor. About Our Personal Fitness Trainer Course Our Personal Fitness Trainer course covers the aspects of personal training essential to providing a professional & knowledgeable service. Testing, evaluation, & progression form an integral part of the course. What Could I Do After Taking This Fitness Training Course? Work as a fitness instructor. After successfully completing our Personal Fitness Trainer course, you could apply for jobs as a fitness instructor in gyms or community centres, earning up to £21, 000+*/year. Continue your training. If you wish to further your personal trainer courses & education in personal fitness, you could study for relevant BTEC HNCs or HNDs, foundation degrees, degrees & postgraduate qualifications. Build your career. If you wish to increase your responsibilities & build your personal training career, you could gain a personal trainer qualification to become a self-employed personal trainer, or work in health clubs, resorts & spas, or on cruise ships. You could even move into sports physiotherapy. * Source: Payscale.com, Oct. 2012 ...

Personal Magnetism Course Magnetism can be generated by any living creature & summoned by the inventive genius of man. Almost every human being is endowed with the same power of self-generating the kind of magnetism that brings life to the body & increases life in others. More than this, any student of this course may readily acquire the power to help others who are deficient in vitality or who are suffering from disease. ...

Personal Selling Skills Course The aim of this course is to help you develop a marketing 'package' that will successfully meet customers' needs. By the end of this course, you will be able to: define your typical customer determine what they want decide why they will buy from you produce a personalised plan of campaign for your market research identify your firm's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities & threats design a successful marketing 'package'. ...

Personnel Management Course Personnel management can be viewed as a set of activities focusing the co-ordination of human resources in the organisation. It can be said that, at its best, personnel management is the art & science of correct selection, methodical development & effective utilisation of the labour force. This course will help you understand the primary function of Personnel Management, that is to contribute an essential service to the efficiency of the organisation by providing an effective workforce. ...

Pet Grooming Advanced Course The Advanced Pet Grooming course will teach you grooming techniques for dogs, cats & small pets. You will find that learning about grooming pet can be a very enjoyable & rewarding. The Advanced Pet Grooming course provides an excellent basis on which to learn about the finer, advanced aspects of the subject. It explains the different grooming styles suitable for more challenging breeds e.g. poodles. It will provide you with the essential knowledge that you need to care for pets in a responsible safe conscious way. Learn about things that will help you build a strong bond with your customers, so they will provide repeat business throughout the life of the pet.  This Pet Grooming Course also covers useful methods on how a dog groomer can expand their range of services.   About Pet Grooming The Pet Grooming Course will also assist you build a professional portfolio of Factsheets that you will find a useful resource, which you can use within your business or just to give to friends & family that need advice. The Pet Grooming course is ideal for people who have taken the Dog Grooming Professional Course & those who already have some grooming experience, whether they are a groomer, considering a career working as a dog groomer, breeder or just want to gain a more advanced understanding & knowledge of pet grooming.   ...

Pharmacology Introduction Course In today's medical environment, the nurse is a pivotal member of the healthcare team with increasing responsibility, this

Includes:: exercising judgement in the management of the patient's drug therapy. To do this effectively requires an understanding of drug action & the ability to detect & evaluate both beneficial & adverse responses to drugs. The greater your knowledge of how drugs act, & how they are used in clinical practice, the more you will be able to anticipate drug responses in your patients. This will make you more effective in counselling your patients on their drug therapy, & in optimising their drug administration for maximum benefit. In this course you will explore the importance of pharmacology to nursing practice. The basic language of pharmacology is introduced & the terms "pharmacodynamics" & "pharmacokinetics" will be explored.

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Pharmacology & Pain Control Course Virtually anyone involved in any aspect of the medical field has had to deal with issues of pain. Pain is a universal problem, one that the medical sciences have finally begun to pay greater attention to. This course focuses primarily on the pharmacological aspects of pain & pain control. In order to assist those suffering from pain, it is necessary to understand its causes, therefore this course examines in great detail the brain & nervous system. It also endeavours to examine the human experience of pain as well as the body's natural analgesic systems.   Finally, this course aims to explore the pharmacology of pain relief & control & the practice of pain management. ...