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14 Jul 2009 15:01:05
The Knowledge Hub at the University of Bedfordshire has announced a new project to provide free leadership and management training to employees working for small and medium-sized enterprises.
'Supporting Graduates in Employment' offers graduates, who live in Bedfordshire, access to a 12-week course leading to the Certificate in Leadership and Management from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) at level 5.
Training is open to all graduates including those who have not recently completed their degrees. Employees within SMEs may also be accepted if they have work experience equivalent to graduate level. Eligible employees must be resident in Bedfordshire, although their place of work does not have to be in the region.
Rita Mascia, Business Development Manager at the University’s Knowledge Hub, said: “The project involves a strong element of work-based learning and is a win-win for both the graduate and the employer. It is a really good starting point for graduates looking to climb the management ladder or for those who have been working in a management position but who could benefit from a more structured professional development. It is also a great opportunity for SMEs to get free assistance on a project of their choice.”
Delegates will learn through a mixture of face-to-face teaching sessions and independent learning. Subjects covered may include personal development as a strategic manager, organisational direction or strategic project management. Participants may also be able to work on a specific project that could benefit their employer.
The course runs in three and a half hour sessions in the early evening to minimise disruption to the working day. The University of Bedfordshire particularly welcomes applications from ethnic minorities and candidates with health issues. Some financial support is also available to single parents for childcare.
Supporting Graduates in Employment is co-financed by the European Social Fund in partnership with Central Bedfordshire Council and Bedford Borough Council.
For more information visit http://www.beds.ac.uk/knowledgehub
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