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Lok Jack GSB Becomes Examination Centre
Students of the Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business are now writing their examinations at the business school, following approval by The University of the West Indies.
Exams were previously held offsite, in surroundings that were unfamiliar to many students, and with parking and location hassles.
During the period April 3 to April 28, 2006, students on all of the Lok Jack GSB's programmes (Executive & International MBA, Master in Marketing, Master in Human Resource Management and Post Graduate Diploma in MIS) wrote their finals in modern and comfortable surroundings, which are in keeping with the executive experience provided at the GSB.
The Lok Jack GSB is perfectly positioned geographically at the top of the Uriah Butler Highway , giving easy access from any direction and reducing the amount of time spent getting to campus.
The GSB's secure carparking facilities are located close to examination centres and hold in excess of 214 vehicles.
Campus opening hours were extended to 2.00am nightly to facilitate exam preparations.
Second Quarter Corporate Confidence Index is Out
Executive Confidence in the economy of Trinidad and Tobago appears to be weakening, latest results from the Corporate Confidence Index indicate. The key findings show:
- Executive Confidence in the financial performance, Financial Outlook, Investment Outlook and Employment Outlook indices weakened in the last quarter.
- Executives were, however, more positive about the local Economic Outlook over both the six and 12 month horizons.
- The Global Economic Outlook weakened over the six month horizon, but improved over the 12 month horizon.
To read the full report, visit our website: www.gsb.tt [
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'Bring Your Kids To Work' Day at Lok Jack GSB
There were few lessons learnt that day. But neither the kids, nor their parents minded, when PPS hosted ‘Bring Your Kids to Work' recently.
On a break from school during the lead up to Easter weekend, they were invited to experience “schooling” the GSB way. About 30 kids of all ages romped and squealed their way across the campus, infusing the atmosphere with carefree delight. They began the day with a specially prepared kids breakfast, before learning to make fine craft items.
With all the hard work that went into making easter baskets and cards, it wasn't long before they were ready to eat again. After lunch, the kids kicked back in the GSB's plush auditorium to catch the animated feature, Madagascar in theatre styled comfort.
A treasure hunt, kite flying, character balloons and other activities followed, with GSB staff doting on the adorable creatures.
“Are we coming back tomorrow?” was the question on their lips as the kids bade the GSB a reluctant goodbye. []
GSB Embraces HSSE Best Practices
The Lok Jack GSB's philosophy of putting people first mandates that its Health, Safety & Security measures are benchmarked against global best practices.
A Staff Safety Committee has been established to maintain an action plan for training and restructuring that is in accordance with safety laws and regulations.
Thus far the following objectives have been realized by the Committee:
- Assignment of internal safety wardens to all units
- Training of Safety Wardens in emergency evacuation procedures, as well as fire safety and the use of portable fire extinguishers
- Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid for ALL Safety Wardens
- Purchase of safety equipment to aid Safety Wardens
- Evacuation drill []
The Centre for strategy and competitiveness is currently engaging the Ministry of Trade on a consultancy for branding Trinidad and Tobago . A team from the GSB is working alongside a team from the MTI headed by Mr. Terrence walker, personal adviser to the Minister.
The Centre has just completed a Community Assessment & Development (CAD) Report for Repsol YPF, for the community of Gyuaguayare and Mayaro. The final report will identify projects that Repsol can initiate in partnership with the respective communities. []
Our Center for Leadership Assessment & Development (CLA&D) designs and delivers customised leadership programmes locally and regionally.
A unique feature of the CLA&D is our approach to each client intervention. Before commencing an intervention, a diagnostic assessment is encouraged to ensure the most appropriate intervention is prescribed. Assessments take the form of organisational audits, training needs assessments, personality testing, leadership profiling and customised assessment sessions. Our clinical approach to each intervention ensures that our training and consulting interventions are high-impact experiences for executives and organisations.
Assessments can be used to make better decisions and inform organisational practices such as recruitment, selection, succession planning and training needs.
Project Management Workshop undertaken with COMSEC, Guyana
The Center for Leadership Development (now merged into the CL&D) recently completed an Introduction to Project Management Workshop for the Caribbean Community Secretariat, Guyana .
This training initiative is consistent with the Caribbean Community Secretariat (Caricom) long-term strategy of strengthening the overall effectiveness and productivity of the organization. [
- Communication Skills Workshop for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Modules included Writing Skills, Listening Skills, Assertiveness Skills, Media Skills, Conflict Resolution Skills, Public Speaking & Presentation Skills.
- Human Resource Management & Interpersonal Skills for the Central Housing & Planning Authority. The emphasis of the workshop was on how organisations plan for employees, recruit and select, manage diversity, develop employees, assess employees' performance, and communicate with employees.
- Project Planning workshop for senior Public Officials of the Central Housing and Planning Authority. The workshop arose out of the need to train public officers in Guyana on planning and designing projects. []
The CLD continues to have a strong presence in the Caribbean region. Training initiatives in the ILM Certificate Programme continue with Carilec in the islands of St. Lucia , BVI, Tortula , Dominica.
The CLD continues to provide executive education to top corporate clients such as Powergen, Scotiabank, First Citizens, Republic Bank, Neal & Massy, Guardian Holdings.
In addition, training initiatives are being carried out with a wide cross section of public sector organisations including the Ministries of Trade, Finance, Labour, National Security, and Public Administration, the Tobago House of Assembly, Service Commission and Personnel Department. [
Women in Leadership Seminar May 22nd – 23rd , 2006
This seminar assesses the individual leadership styles of different women based on the Myers-Briggs Profile Testing Model and the Color Q Profiling System . Through enlightenment, reflection, renewal, and inspiration, participants gain valuable insights to:
- Refine leadership style and take management skills to new levels
- Unleash the power of their personality
- Lead, motivate and coach to peak performance
- Improve conflict resolution and negotiation skills
- Integrate high-powered careers with personal lives
The seminar is facilitated by Wynette Harewood, a certified Myers Briggs Type Indicator facilitator; and Shoya Zichy, the creator of Color Q profiling System. [for more information click here] []
Project Cost & Schedule Management: May 17th -19th 2006
The triple constraints of project management (scope, time and cost) are the focus of this intensive, three-day course. Mastering the art of planning is a key to mastering these constraints. Using complex case studies, hands-on exercises and problem analysis, this course leads you in preparing the most important elements of the project plan.
Target:
- Project Managers
- Project Coordinators
- Accounting and Finance Professional
- Professionals working in a “projectised” organization who support or provide resources for large projects []
Mastering Ms Project : May 2nd – 5th, 2006
Microsoft Project is a powerful project management program you can use to help build project plans, track work completed, and account for variance from your baseline plan. It can help you accomplish desired outcomes in the following areas:
- Track all information you gather about the work, duration, and resource requirements for your project.
- Visualise your project plan in standard, well-defined formats
- Schedule tasks and resources consistently and effectively
- Exchange project information with all stakeholders over an intranet or the Internet
- Communicate with resources and other stakeholders, while leaving ultimate control in the hands of the Project Manager []
ACCA – Diploma In Financial Management: July 4th 2006
This postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management is widely recognized as the most comprehensive financial management qualification available to non – financial managers.
The Diploma in Financial Management will give professionals and managers from various non-financial backgrounds confidence in the financial skills they need to make informed and objectives decisions.
Target:
- Non- financial mangers and Professionals
- Owners of business
- Mature persons for whom the ACCA – Dip FM is relevant to their work experience
Key Areas Covered:
- Paper 1: Interpretation of Financial Statements
- Paper 2: Performance Management
- Paper 3: Financial Strategy
- Paper 4: Risk Management []
Train the Trainer: May 1st – 5th , 2006
Overview:
This five-day workshop is strategic in its design and takes participants through the entire training cycle – from diagnosis to evaluation. The workshops feature cutting edge training methodologies and techniques and the latest findings (up to the year 2000) on the teaching/learning process.
Target:
- Trainers/Instructors
- Training Managers/ Coordinators
- Human Resource Managers/Assistants with responsibility for the training function in their organisations
- Persons interested in becoming trainers/instructors or in managing/coordinating the training function []
Team Building Workshop: May 23rd , 2006
An excellent opportunity to participate in a world-renowned experiential learning workshop on Team Building . Since 1997, this unique approach focusing on Teamwork and Personal Leadership, has been embraced by leading professionals and business managers globally as their tool of choice in employee development. Mr. Bill Geraats, President of VISTA Learning Services, will be joining us from Canada to facilitate this lively and enjoyable workshop.
Objectives:
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Develop strong Team Synergy
- Experience first hand how Personal Leadership and good Team Management determine the outcome of most projects
- Learn how to manage the multiple changes that are a natural part of doing business
- Recognize the power of “experiential” learning [
Fundamental Issues in Compensation Management: May 9th -10th
A growing concern among HR professionals is how to adequately compensate employees to ensure job satisfaction and motivation. This two-day workshop is geared to providing participants with a comprehensive overview of compensation as it relates to the HR function today.
Objectives:
- To understand the strategic importance of compensation and its relevance to achieving organisational goals
- To Identify and understand the various links between compensation objectives and business strategy
- To understand the role of compensation as it relates to attracting, motivating and retaining a high quality workforce
- To develop the basic competencies required for the development and management of effective compensation systems
- To understand how to use compensation management to gain competitive advantage for the organisation [
The Essence of Brand – Using Brand Concepts for Decision Making: May 24th – 25th
Branding is the Midas touch that ensures that an organisation's products and services are viewed favourably by its target market and builds loyalty over a period of time. This will not only increase market share and financial viability of the firm, but its longevity as well.
This is a practical, hands-on management workshop giving managers the necessary tools for understanding the essence of a “brand” and its critical components, linkages between the organisation's corporate and branding strategy, making brand assessments, and conducting brand equity research.
Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of Brand Equity
- Understanding what are the qualities go into building great brands
- How to make branding decisions
- Learn about strategies for enhancing your brand [
Starting, Growing, and Managing an Event Business: May 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th
Time: 5.30 – 8.30pm
This course covers the practical skills needed to launch, operate, and grow a successful Events Management business. Case studies will cover everything from start-up capital to managing employees.
Learn How To:
- Discover the five forces that drive profitability
- Apply the best practices of successful companies in Event Management
- Develop an effective marketing strategy for new clients and to serve existing accounts
- Identify sources of financing
- Perform market research
- Avoid cash flow problems that are the downfall of many profitable businesses
- Use break-even and bottom-up analysis to make important decisions [
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