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TRAINING COURSES
COMMUNICATIONS

INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC RELATIONS

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE WORK PLACE
FRONTLINE CUSTOMER CARE ADVANCED FRONTLINE CUSTOMER CARE
REPORT WRITING SKILLS BUSINESS LETTER WRITING SKILLS
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC RELATIONS
(4 day workshop)
April & October, 1999


Objectives
This course covers those areas of Public Relations which are relevant to Swaziland, including definitions and applications of Public Relations; communication skills; the media; PR writing; media interviews and public speaking; exhibitions and promotional events; internal PR, PR tools and planning.

Participants
It should be noted that this is not a course for receptionists and telephonists for whom we recommend the Frontline Customer Care programme. It is, however, suitable for Managers involved in publicity and corporate image as well as Senior Personnel Assistants who have the mandate to deal with such issues as media statements and general publicity.

This programme compliments the Customer Care workshop and is ideal for participants who are already versed in this topic but who require more technical knowledge of PR.

Course Structure and Content
The content is relevant to a cross section of Swaziland's economy, including large, medium and small concerns, Government ministries and departments, and NGO's.

It is structured in modular format and includes the following topics:
Definitions and applications of PR
The PR practitioner and PR ethics
The media and PR writing skills
Media interviews and public speaking
Exhibitions and promotions
Internal PR
PR tools, tips and activities

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE WORK PLACE
(3 day workshop)
May & September, 1999

Objectives

This three day workshop has been designed to impart to participants the fundamental importance of effective communication between individuals outside of and within their respective organisations. At the end of the course, participants will be more confident to communicate more efficiently both verbally and in writing.

Participants
The workshop is designed for supervisors and managers in any organisation that require effective communication in the workplace.

Course Structure and Content
The workshop is presented in modular format and will cover the following topics:
Defining Communication
Concepts of the Communication Process
Communication Barriers
Organisational Communication Systems
Formal and Informal organisation communication techniques
Different Forms of Communication
Listening Styles and Skills
Improving your Ability to Listen
Understanding Intercultural barriers to communication
Overcoming Intercultural barriers
Communication and the Industrial Relations Function
Advantages of Employer-Employee Downward Communication.

FRONTLINE CUSTOMER CARE
(3 day workshop)
February, June & November, 1999


Objectives
To impart communication skills and promote participants’ self-confidence in order to enable them to create harmonious relationships within the workplace and with customers, and to demonstrate how to deal with adverse situations in a constructive manner. The workshop is suitable for Secretaries, Tellers, Switchboard Operators, Receptionists, Credit Controllers and others who interact with the public on a daily basis.

Participants
People who come into contact with customers in their daily duties, including those providing services and information to members of both the public and private sectors.

Course Structure and Content

This modular programme includes the following topics:
Assertiveness Skills
You and Your Organisation
The Role of the Receptionist and Meeting Customers
Serving our Customers
Customer Retention
Communication and Listening Skills
Telephone Skills
Handling Complaints


ADVANCED FRONTLINE CUSTOMER CARE
day workshop)
May & September, 1999


Objectives
Keeping customers for life is a very useful resource for both small and large organisations or business owners. It is beneficial for everyone who wants to compete in today’s market place. This two day workshop is therefore designed to equip participants with a service- oriented culture. It is a follow up to the Frontline Customer Care Programme.

Participants
Previous participants from the Frontline Customer Care courses, Sales Persons, P.R.O.’s, Credit Controllers, Frontline Managers and Supervisors.

Course Structure and Content
The course consists of the following modules:-
The effect of customer care on business profits
The role of the first-line managers in customer care
The real meaning of customer care and its use as a competitive tool
The elements influencing customer care
Ways of enhancing customer relations
The importance of effective communication and rapport in customer care
Why involvement of all employees is essential
Some management tools and available aids
How to develop and implement a customer care programme
50 ways to keep your customers for life
Customers satisfaction and retention surveys
Customer information and profile
Case studies and exercises

REPORT WRITING SKILLS
(3 day workshop)
March & August, 1999


Objectives
There is a great personal satisfaction in having a successful proposal or a report which moves others into action. This three day intensive workshop will therefore highlight the importance of clear, concise and attractive presentation of written information.

In particular, employees of government, parastatals, NGO’s and private sector organisations will be taught the key features and requirements of putting together written proposals. They will also acquire skills in writing and organising management and administrative reports.

Participants
Employees who are required to produce administrative and management reports whether they are in government, parastatal, N.G.O.’s and private sector organisations.

Course Structure and Content
This modular programme includes the following topics:
Introduction
The purpose of the report
The reader
Matching the purpose to the reader
Materials and structure of a report
Style and presentation
The principles of report writing
Presentation skills
Exercises

BUSINESS LETTER WRITING SKILLS

(3 day workshop)
April & June, 1999

Introduction
This three day workshop has been designed for business owners, Managers, Sales Representatives, Credit Controllers and Sales Supervisors who have to write letters from time. The workshop aims at imparting to participants the writing tactics.

Course Structure and Content
The Basics of Letter Writing

Planning your Letter
Creating the Correct Impression
Choosing an Appropriate Layout
Selecting a Format
A Step-by-Step Checklist

Caring for Customers
Thanking a Customer for a First Order
Thanking a Customer for a Larger Order
Thanking a Customer for Continued Patronage
Investigating a Complaint
Accepting a Complaint
Apologising for Unavailable Goods or Services
Apologising for Delayed Goods or Services
Apologising for Wrong or Damaged Goods Being Sent

Handling Purchases
Enquiry about Products or Services
Accepting a Quotation
Rejecting a Quotation
Asking for a Discount
Requesting for Credit Facilities
Complimenting a Supplier
Asking for an Increased Credit Limit
Requesting Extended Credit Facilities

Managing Accounts
Refusing Credit Facilities
Rejecting a Request for an Increased Credit Limit
Chasing an Overdue Payments
Notifying a Customer of Legal Action
Notifying a Customer of a Suspended Account
Notifying a Customer of Withdrawn Credit Facilities
Providing a Customer Reference
Accepting a Delayed Payment Proposal
Rejecting a Delayed Payment Proposal
Apologising for an Accounts Error

Practical Examples and Exercises

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