Conducting Effective Facilitation

Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip business analysts with the essential skills to effectively facilitate meetings, workshops, and other collaborative sessions. Learn how to:

  • Create a conducive environment: Foster trust, respect, and engagement among participants.
  • Lead effective discussions: Guide productive conversations, manage group dynamics, and encourage participation.
  • Use facilitation tools and techniques: Employ a variety of methods and frameworks to enhance engagement and achieve objectives.
  • Overcome challenges: Handle difficult situations, address conflicts, and maintain focus.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Facilitate with confidence: Lead meetings and workshops with ease and authority.
  • Drive collaboration: Foster teamwork and encourage diverse perspectives.
  • Achieve desired outcomes: Facilitate sessions that deliver tangible results.
  • Enhance your professional development: Expand your skillset and increase your value to your organization.

Topics covered

  • Foundations of Facilitation:
  • Planning and Preparation:
  • Creating a Conducive Environment:
  • Facilitation Techniques:
  • Handling Challenges:
  • Evaluation and Feedback:

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Business analysts at all levels
  • Project managers
  • Team leaders
  • Anyone involved in facilitating meetings or workshops

Course Benefits

  • Improved communication skills
  • Enhanced leadership abilities
  • Increased productivity and efficiency
  • Enhanced professional reputation
  • Greater job satisfaction

Course Dates and Location

  • 2 days
  • In-person, Johannesburg
  • 28-29 January 2025

Registration and Fees

  • R6,900
  • R 5,100 Early bird (Early bird before 15th December)