Meetings & Conferencing Skills
Modules can be optimized to suit the English level of attendees
Minimum level of English: CEF level B2, Cambridge First (FCE) or equivalent
Outline of topics covered:-
| Preparation | At the meeting/conference | |
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Reasons for the meeting Planning the meeting Preparing an agenda |
Introduction Contributing effectively Chairing the meeting Participating in the meeting Intercultural meetings Formal meetings |
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| Language skills | After the meeting/conference | |
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Turn taking Interrupting and Interruptions Indicating lack of understanding Checking understanding Clarifying Emphasising Expressing oneself confidently Expressing disagreement Justifying Encouraging participation Drawing discussion to a close Assigning action points Summarising |
Following up the meeting Reviewing and evaluation |