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The task of the minute taker is to produce an accurate record of the meeting and agreed actions to be taken. This is a lot tougher than it sounds. There are many different skills required to accomplish this task - listening skills, note taking, strong vocabulary and grammar. In this course you will learn techniques to improve your minute taking skills.
Course Overview
Duration:
1/2 Day
Audience:
This half-day workshop helps minute-takers understand their role and the best techniques for producing effective accurate minutes.
Prerequisites:
There are no particular requirements for this course.
Course Content
How you will Benefit
- Recognise the importance of minute-taking and be able to use this to your advantage
- Be able to remedy many of the complaints that face minute-takers
- Be able to write minutes that are suitable for formal meetings, semi-formal meetings and action meetings
- Develop the essential skills of an effective minute-taker
The Role of a Minute-Taker
- Handling common problems you experience
- Developing a meeting agreement
Minutes for Formal Meetings
- The need for good minutes
- Organising formal minutes
- Headings
- Motions
Minutes for Informal Meetings
- Semiformal minutes
- Action minutes
Techniques for Preparing Minutes
- Before the meeting
- At the meeting
- After the meeting
The Minute Book
- Filing and Indexing
- Motions
- Policy and Procedures
Using Electronic Devices
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Electronic meetings
Taking Minutes in an Interactive Meeting
A Final Word
- Advantages and disadvantages
- Electronic meetings
Delivery Options
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Classroom sessions are delivered at a nominated location (Private courses only). Inclusions: |
Full Day Sessions: Half Day Sessions: |
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Live online sessions are instructor-led in a virtual environment, providing hands-on instruction and practical activities for participants. Participants can see the instructor screen and interact with the instructor and other participants. Instructor can assist participants on their screen if necessary. Participants can join a session from any location using the Course Invitation. There is no need for software just a computer with an internet connection and a browser. Public sessions are conducted through Live Online. Inclusions: |
Full Day Sessions: Half Day Sessions Times:
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Available Minute Takers Workshops
| Event | Event Date | Location | Individual Price | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minute Takers Workshop | 21-02-2025 | Live Online | $429.00 | |
| Minute Takers Workshop | 24-03-2025 | Live Online | $429.00 | |
| Minute Takers Workshop | 24-04-2025 | Live Online | $429.00 | |
| Minute Takers Workshop | 30-05-2025 | Live Online | $429.00 | |
| Minute Takers Workshop | 30-06-2025 | Live Online | $429.00 |
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