Learning and Development
Committee Secretary training
Richard Stock and Rachel Lucas
| Date |
Time |
Location |
Book a place* (course
code) |
| 1st March 2012 |
15.00 – 17.00 |
4SB.5.3 |
Book (SCOMSE 1101) |
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Audience: Only departmental administrative staff who are currently in a role requiring committee servicing skills or anyone who is looking to move into such a role.
This interactive session has been developed in consultation with Departmental
Administrators and is designed to meet the needs of administrative staff in Academic
Departments, Schools and Centres who are interested in learning more about committee
administration or enhancing existing skills and knowledge. The session will provide
structured advice and guidance for staff who are currently in a role requiring committee
servicing skills or for anyone who is looking to move into such a role. The session will
also give participants opportunities for discussion and the sharing of good practice.
Key topics:
- The purpose of committees;
- The difference between formal and informal committees and meetings and how this affects the role of the secretary or note-taker;
- All aspects of minutes/note-taking;
- Mastering agenda-setting and the starring of agenda items;
- Providing effective support to the chair;
- What to do before, during and after the meeting;
- University governance.
Learning outcomes:
- Develop a greater understanding of the general role of a Committee Secretary;
- Improved skills in minute-writing and note-taking;
- Identify practical tips on how to prepare and manage the agenda;
- Identify some strategies for managing the relationship with the chair;
- Have a better understanding of the Universitys governance structure.
If you require further information please contact
Mandy Anslow on ext 2382 or
Jo Hopkins on ext 2458.
In order to assist us in trying to ensure that you are able to fully take
part in this programme, please let us know when booking a place if you have any
access requirements, individual needs or dietary requirements that we should be
aware of.
When we accept your place on a course we assume that you
have checked that you are able to attend. If consequently
you are unable to, please can you let us know as soon as
possible. Thank you!