Professional Training Workshops are short courses (1 or 2 days) aimed at managers, team leaders and trainers.  Workshop materials have been designed by British Council consultants with years of experience of corporate training around the globe. The materials have been specially adapted for the Indian market, and are delivered by British Council certified trainers. All our workshops contain audio-visual materials. Participants receive a course booklet and a British Council certificate of attendance.

International English  
English is the international language for business and clarity of language is an essential tool of doing business internationally. This workshop aims to ensure that you can communicate effectively with your international clients, by raising awareness of the differences between Indian English and standard English.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			be aware of the effect of the language they use with international speakers
			understand the differences between Indian English and standard English
			have practised using standard English in a number of activities

Presentation Skills  
Successful presentations demand a specific skills set. This very practical course takes participants through the complete basics of presenting and gives them opportunities to try out new techniques and receive feedback and tips for improving their skills.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			know the factors that make a successful presentation
			be able to prepare and plan an effective presentation
			be able to use some techniques for holding your audience’s attention
			have practised presenting and received feedback

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Intercultural Communication
As more and more organisations become global, and people of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds work together as colleagues, customers and suppliers, the need for multicultural understanding is critical. This workshop is designed to help people work more effectively within multicultural teams, through increased understanding, empathy and appreciation for differences.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			be aware of where, and why, cultural differences arise
			have reviewed their own cultural views and behaviours
			be able to employ strategies to work successfully across cultures
			have increased their knowledge of UK and other cultures

Speaking Clearly  
Communicating clearly is a key business tool for everyone, regardless of job level. Failure to communicate well creates misunderstanding and can lead to loss of business. This highly practical workshop deals with aspects of pronunciation – sounds, stress, intonation – which are vital for clear communication. Feedback on participants’ strengths and weaknesses ensures immediate results for all.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			be more aware of the different aspects of pronunciation
			be able to use the phonetic chart to decipher the pronunciation of words
			be able to accurately pronounce certain words related to work
			have used chunking in a number of practice activities
			have received feedback from their peers and the trainer on their performance
			be more aware of the steps to take to improve their pronunciation

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Power Writing
Good writing leads to clarity and understanding, and consequently better business relationships. In this course you will learn to balance your own and your reader’s needs, organise your thoughts clearly, and express yourself in a modern business style. You will learn how to handle difficult situations by using the appropriate structure and tone.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

			tailor their writing style to fit their readers’ needs
			plan and organise their writing to fit their purpose
			write clear, concise and complete letters and emails
			construct sentences correctly and effectively in plain English

Report Writing
The best reports demonstrate the writer’s knowledge of both material and medium. An effective report demands respect and will achieve an appropriate, positive response. This workshop deals with fundamental skills needed for planning, structuring, writing and checking reports. It provides techniques and exercises for focusing on objectives and outcomes; the reader and the material.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			be able to write more structured and tailored reports
			have improved their ability to plan and organise reports
			be familiar with a range of report formats

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Managing Meetings
Meetings are an essential method of doing business, both within an organisation and externally. This workshop will help your organisation get the best out of face to face, telephone and video conferences by introducing participants to a range of techniques and skills they require.
By the end of the workshop, participants will:

			be able to manage their own and others’ behaviour in meetings
			be able to manage conflict and achieve consensus
			have participated in role plays and meeting simulations
			know how to summarise and record discussions

Time Management
Work ‘smarter not harder’ to improve both personal and team performance! This workshop will help you make the most of your time, manage barriers to efficient and effective work practices and take control of your working and personal life.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

			set goals for better organisation of time
			prioritise to enhance productivity and performance
			reduce stress
			manage interruptions

In addition, participants will produce personal action plans that reinforce time-coping skills, habits and work style.

Our Methodology
The British Council believes in a hands-on practical approach to teaching and training and sees learning as communicative.  To this end the British Council helps the participants to engage in meaningful quasi-authentic tasks which reflect the type of situations or tasks the participants may have to deal with outside the classroom.  Trainees will take part in pair and group activities and will have a course based around building up communicative competence and practical knowledge. Wherever possible, we use participants’ own work situations as a basis for role-play exercises, group discussions and fun interactive team activities. Interactive team activities help participants to consider new ideas and allow them to apply their developing insights in a controlled but realistic way.

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Enhance your professional skills with our interactive workshops  

Chennai

Hyderabad
Presentation Skills – 3 & 4 Dec (12hours) – 4400 INR
Power writing – 10 & 11 Dec (12hours) – 4400 INR

For more information and to register for a course, contact

delhi.enquiry@in.britishcouncil.org
Tel: (011) 2371 1401
chennai.enquiry@in.britishcouncil.org
Tel: +91-44-4205 0600
Kolkata.cutomercare@in.britishcouncil.org
Tel: + 91 (0)33 22825370
bl.hyderabad@in.britishcouncil.org
Tel: +91-40-2348 3333