Working Sm@rt with Microsoft Outlook
2023-02-24 09:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Online session
Cost is €535pp ICBE non member / €428pp ICBE member
Our flagship workshop and has never been more relevant in this the new hybrid working world. It maximises Personal effectiveness by:

Realistic Planning: Centralising work as a Dynamic Plan as opposed to Work List(s) enables people to manage large work volume and changing priorities effectively without getting stressed
Leveraging Technology: Our Lean approach to look after ‘Future You’ ensures desktop and mobile technologies support the way you want to work….and switch off when you want
Controlling your Inbox: Every email is treated like a car on a busy highway, it cannot remain there – it goes to a Work system, a Retrieval system or it goes away
Links to Groupware: As we increasingly communicate and collaborate with others using OneNote, Teams, Slack, Project, SharePoint, etc., efficient linking to a Personal work system is vital to avoid duplication and to trust nothing gets missed.
Working Sm@rt effects Change: We give homework!! All Priority Management workshops have individual follow-up coaching sessions to ensure our graduates are in full control of their Work, Information and their Interactions with Others

The programme is broken into 4 Phases, emphasising that we truly work for results and that our clients see consistent behavioural change:
Phase 1: Pre work and MS outlook customisations
Phase 2: 1/2-day Virtual Workshop.
Phase 3: Follow up individual training.
Phase 4: Measurement and analysis of the Results.

We work with some of the largest multinationals in Europe including Microsoft themselves, Oracle, Janssen, Pfizer, RBC, etc. and we are saving their staff an hour a day per employee on average. This works out to about 30 days a year!
Full info here : Working Sm@rt with Microsoft Outlook – Priority Management (prioritymanagementtraining.ie)

Digitalisation & Business Analytics in Aviation
2023-02-15 | Instructor Led
Digitalisation and Business Analytics for Aviation

Module Fee €1236
Aviation Skillnet Fee: €865
Overview:
Digitalisation and Business Analytics for Aviation
Technology and the rise of big data and data analytics are having a significant impact on business decision-making, including operations. This module introduces participants to the concepts of digitalisation of aviation operations and the principles of data analytics.
The main objective of this module is to introduce the student to the main digital technologies used in aviation and the fundamental tools and techniques of using data analytics to support business decisions.
Outcome:
Having completed this module students will be able to:

Explain the key concepts of big data and data analytics, the business case for data analytics, and how it interacts with
aviation operations and strategies
Describe the types of analytical tools and statistical modelling techniques available to analyse business data and assess their
suitability for different types of business problems
Explain what the digital transformation is, and how the digitalisation of services and products has evolved within the aviation industry
Critically evaluate different digitalisation options, their push and pull factors as well as their value for the industry

The Digitalisation and Business Analytics for Aviation module can be taken as a stand-alone module or as the third of 4 modules to gain the Graduate Certificate in Aviation Sustainability, Leadership & Innovation
The Graduate Certificate in Aviation Sustainability, Leadership & Innovation provides eligibility to move forward to Year 2 of MSc in Aviation Leadership
Awarded:
7.5 ECTS on completion of a module
30 ECTS on completion of Certificate
TimeTable

February Wednesday 15th
08.30-16:30
On campus

February Thursday 16th
08.30-16:30
On campus

February Wednesday 22nd
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

March Wednesday 1st
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

March Wednesday 8th
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

For more information on the programme or to register your interest please click here
Please contact annette@icbe.ie for queries regarding Aviation Skillnet funding

Present At Your Best
2023-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | online
Present At Your Bestwith Michelle Dinneen
5 X 2-hour Zoom sessions (over 5 weeks)
10am – 12noonTuesdays — February 14th, 21st & 28th + March 7th & 14th
Places are limited to allow interactivity & practice
Cost: €425 member; €500 non member
Contact alison@icbe.ie to book your place

Tuesday February 14th – Know Your Audience

Analysis
Hook & Engage
Tailor
Influence

Tuesday February 21st – Structure & Content

Planning
Storytelling
Transitions
Memory

Tuesday February 28th – Slide Design

Visuals
Pitfalls
Impact
Multimedia

Tuesday March 7th – Presenting Virtually

Rules
Challenges
Engagement
Gamification

Thursday March 14th – Practical & Feedback

Before & After
Demonstration
Feedback
Learning Review

MICHELLE DINNEEN:
Ardin Career Development is owned and run by Michelle Dinneen.
Michelle is qualified to Masters level in Human Resource Leadership and is a Master Trainer.
Michelle has over 15 years experience in both Operations and HR training, learning & development in a regulated multi national environment.
Programmes are creative, interactive and overall an enjoyable learning experience.

Boeing 737 600/700/800/900 CFM56 – General Familiarisation
2023-02-13 09:30 - 16:30 | online
DATES: 13th – 17th of February 2023
Cost: €650 per person
Aviation Skillnet Funding of 25% will apply to attendees whose company pays their fee, contact Aileen for further details: acherry@atlanticaviation.ie
Course Objectives
The learner shall be able to provide a simple description of the whole subject, using common words and examples, using typical terms and identify safety precautions related to the airframe, its systems and power plant. Define the general layout of the aircraft and power plant major systems.
Employees in an aviation related industry (technical, financial etc.) who have a desire to attain an appreciation of the aircraft type.

Course Content
5 days of instruction including an aircraft visit. Each system is described from a component, an installation, and an operation standpoint, Flight compartment instruments and panel information have been included to assist in describing the system operation. The principal characteristics and major structural elements are tabulated and shown as required.
Completion Standard
Per Atlantic Aviation Completion Standards.
Exam -Multi-choice written examinations.
Certificate- In House Certificate.

Sustainable Leadership Research Findings
2023-02-08 09:30 - 23:30 | Online session
Sustainable Leadership Research Findings

Invitation only
full information to follow

Resilience is Key for '23 -- ICBE member-only webinar
2023-01-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar, Webinar
Resilience is Key for ’23
Wednesday, January 25th
Starting at 1pm
45-minute webinar + 15 minutes Q&A
for ICBE members only
To register, click the BOOK A PLACE button above
We will forward the Zoom link prior to the webinar
In this hour you will learn:

How to recognise external stressors
How your mind works
The mechanisms of your stress response
How to control your stress response
How thoughts and emotions interact and what to do about it

Richard promises you will never forget the workshop. That’s a big promise !!

Richard Burke, Resilience Matters
Richard is a personal performance specialist and Ireland’s leading specialist in personal and work related stress.
His ability to design and deliver this work came from his unique background, education and experience.
He qualified as an Industrial Engineer in 1992 winning the AP O’Reilly award for his paper in Industrial psychology. He worked as the National Education officer for the I.I.E. for two years and in the area of operations management and business improvement in large manufacturing companies for 15 years. His primary remit was on increasing efficiencies, changing organisational architecture and involving people in the change process.
He is a registered and insured clinical hypno-psychoanalyst and opened a private clinic in 2005. In his clinic he helps children and adults tackle a large range of disorders. He specialises in stress, trauma, performance and conflict
Richard is a keynote speaker every year at conferences in Ireland and the UK. His focus is on the role mental health plays in people’s personal lives and in organisations.
Richard has an in-depth knowledge of organisations and people. His skill-set marries business issues with psychological understanding and improvement.
This insight and his unique method of delivery is the reason his courses deliver practical value and why people will never forget the things they learn on the day.

Knowledge Session “Build and implement a resilient Supply Chain model”
2023-01-24 11:00 - 13:00 | online
Presented by Luis Godinho

UK & Ireland Director at Kaizen Institute

Virtual Session – Microsoft Teams

Free Webinar
Once you have registered, we will send the meeting link to you on the 20th of January 2023
Please feel free to pass this invite on to your colleagues/anyone you think will find it of value
Who should participate?

Professionals involved in supply chain activities
Organisations willing to achieve a resilient supply chain operation capable of facing turbulent times.

Session Outline:
This session presents a practical roadmap to designing and implementing a resilient, demand-driven supply chain model through a case study. You can expect to go through the following topics:

Collect and review data
Analyse data
Define product groups and establish a Supply Chain strategy
Define the pull planning model – capacity planning and stock management
Define forecast model for key product groups
Pilot phase: testing, reviewing, correcting, automating
Roll-out phase: exceptions management, extended model, planning, deployment, support standards, results, sustaining changes and future improvement steps.

Session Outcomes

Learn how to establish a standard model for demand forecast and framework conditions for customers/clients
Optimise and/or eliminate standardised planning/capacity model and capacity fluctuations
Define MRP specifications (planning/customer).

Luis Godinho

UK&I Director | Kaizen Institute
Part of Kaizen Institute since 2010, he recently undertook leadership of the UK&I region. He has a strong track record of international project delivery in the field of Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement methodologies using Kaizen, Lean and 6 Sigma. He is also an expert in strategy design and implementation, consistently achieving world-class results.

Kaizen Institute is the original and premier provider of KAIZEN™ services
We support companies of all sizes in all market segments, providing them with a sustainable, competitive advantage. The history of Kaizen Institute began in the mid 80’s. We have the longest history of consulting and training organisations around the world, specifically in the fields of KAIZEN™, Lean Management, and Continuous Improvement. Today, Kaizen Institute is present in 40+ countries around the world, and employs over 750 consultants to deliver exceptional transformation projects to our clients.

Certificate in Part 21 Design Technician Level 7
2023-01-19 18:00 - 21:00
Certificate in Part 21 Design Technician Level 7
Dates : 19 January 2023 for 10 weeks
Funded Cost €1,1125
Overview
On successful completion of this course, participants will have a fundamental knowledge of Initial Airworthiness legislation and how it impacts aircraft design and design changes. It will introduce the learner to the theory and practice of Initial Airworthiness and provide them with an opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of the development process for major and minor aircraft modification and repairs.
Industry led training
Mick Malone Head of Airworthiness at Aero Inspection Part 21 Design Shannon said ”We are delighted to be working with LIT and AAV Training on this exciting new Part 21 Design Technician Level 7 Special Purpose Award course. We believe it will bring a good understanding of initial airworthiness and introduce students to the very interesting world of aircraft design and initial airworthiness. ”
Mick explains why he has developed this course, ”It’s a great option for those who want to develop their careers as design engineers, I wish this course was available when I was starting off as a design engineer, we are also aware that currently there is a skills shortage of engineers and technicians to work in EASA approved design and production organizations’ from design engineer to more senior positions.
We are actively addressing this shortage by designing a course which will give our students the opportunity to develop the required knowledge and skills to confidently take up these positions. It also offers more experienced personnel a deeper insight into Initial Airworthiness, in particular, the classification and approval of modifications and repairs”
What are the entry requirements?
An aircraft maintenance qualification, aviation qualification at Level 6 or above or extensive experience in the aircraft maintenance industry
ENGLISH LANGUAGE: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements.
What modules will I study?
Subjects that you will study on this programme include:
Legislation of Part 21 Design, TCDS Type Certificate Data Sheet, Certification Specifications/Airworthiness codes, Design Organisation and Means of Compliance, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Supplemental Type Certificates and Modifications, Flammability and Flammability Testing Part 1, Flammability and Flammability Testing Part 2, Painting, Weight and Balance, Flight Control Balance, Development of a minor modification/repair and presentation of the package to an authority for approval.
What are the career prospects?
Part 21 Design Technician is a Level 7 Special Purpose Award programme aimed at Aircraft Maintenance personnel or those with a background in Aeronautical Engineering and offers them a career path into the area of Initial Airworthiness as an Aircraft Design Engineer. It also offers more experienced personnel a deeper insight into Initial Airworthiness, in particular, the classification and approval of modifications and repairs.
Delivery
10 weeks, 3 hours per week.
Thursdays from 6.00pm to 9.00pm
Commencing Thursday 21st April 2022 (Blended/Online)
What will the time commitment be?
Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study.
You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.
Assessment
100% Continuous Assessment
Qualification
Certificate in Part 21 Design Technician (Special Purpose Award, Level 7, 10 Credits)

For queries relating to the course content
Contact: Jane Magill, Atlantic Air Adventure Park Co LtdTel: 061 363687 / 087 2037487
Book your place via the Flexible Learning Website:
https://lit.ie/en-IE/Courses/Certificate-in-Part-21-Design-Technician
This programme has secured funding under the Aviation Skillnet. Eligible companies and individuals can secure contribution of 25% towards course fees. You or your employer should contact Maeve O Neill, at maeve@icbe.ie to confirm that you are eligible for support. Subject to terms and conditions.

Trade and Customs Compliance– Virtual Course 2 half days January 19th and 26th
2023-01-19 13:00 - 16:30 | online
Trade and Customs Compliance- Virtual Course
Date: 19th and 26th January 2023 (2 x half days)
Time: 1pm to 4.30pm each day
Funded Cost: €318 pp
Contact Training@Export-Edge.com for more details or to make a booking
Email: maeve@icbe.ie for funding information

Target Audience
This course is a must for those management and operational personnel expanding their markets worldwide and for those planning to trade with new international markets.
Objectives

Get up to date with the latest International Trade and Customs procedures.
Appreciate main post-Brexit impacts on import/export regulations.
Learn how to avoid difficulties with customs documentation and penalties.
Become aware of the significant changes and interpretation of Incoterms 2020.

Course Benefit Assurance
A detailed review of your customs and trade issues will take place with a pre-course questionnaire review followed by ongoing support for the week following the course.
Course Outline
Calculating and Payment of Import Duty & Taxes

Explanation of key import and export documentation
Declarations Box analysis
Value Build-up
Customs Declaration Codes
AIS / SADs, and Associated Documents
Declarations Case Study
Agents Direct / Indirect Representation
Checking declarations

Customs Procedure Codes

Explanation of Customs Procedure Codes (CPC) and what they do.
Availing of Special Customs PROCEDURES and Authorisations.

Rules of Origin

Compliance with rules of origin
Preferential Origin certification
Preferential Countries
EUR, GSP, ATR, REX

INCOTERMS 2020

Risks and Responsibilities
Customs implications
Applying Incoterms rules

Customs Tariffs

Guide to Classification
Binding Tariff Information (BTI)
Classification Exercise
Highlighting the importance of identifying the correct codes for your business to ensure correct duty rates and reporting on Intrastat.
You will gain an understanding of what commodity codes are, the terminology and how to successfully identify the correct code

Customs Audits

Assessing Customs Aspect Queries
Authorised Economic Operator
Benefits of being an Authorised Economic Operator

Review & Multiple choice questions
Course Leader: Austin Rutledge
Delegates who complete this training will obtain a Course Completion Certificate after successfully completing ongoing assessments.
Contact Training@Export-Edge.com for more details or to make a booking

Sustainable Leadership for a Post-Digital Age – A unique study on Leaders in Ireland today
2023-01-18 12:00 - 14:30 | Confirm University of Limerick, Unit 2 Park Point Dublin Road Castletroy, Limerick, V94 C928
Full Report on Sustainable Leadership
Sustainable Leadership for a Post-Digital Age – A unique study on Leaders in Ireland today.
Keynote Speaker | Carolan Lennon, Country Leader at Salesforce Ireland.
While we cannot predict the future, we can shape it.
Understanding the realities of leadership in Ireland today, the perceptions, the practices and the most important skills needed to succeed, is vital to sustaining Ireland’s current Leaders through these extremely challenging times. Importantly, through their collective experiences and wisdom, we can better form the next generation of Ireland’s leaders.
ICBE and Kemmy Business School are delighted to invite you to the launch of this unique study on Leaders in Ireland today.
This research captures the zeitgeist of these unprecedented times. Leaders are navigating these new frontiers with powerful honesty. Findings show fundamental changes occurring in the way leaders now lead. A more holistic, human-centred perspective is prevailing, showing all the hallmarks of a new era of sustainable leadership emerging in Irish organisations.

To discuss further, please join us at the CONFIRM Smart Manufacturing Centre on;
January 18th at 12.00 pm to 2.30 pm

12.00
Reception with buffet lunch

12.30
Welcome Address ICBE and Skillnet Ireland

12.45
Research Highlights Dr. Sarah Kieran

13.15
Keynote Speaker Carolan Lennon, Country Leader, Salesforce Ireland

13.45
Panel Discussion facilitated by Dave Griffin, CONFIRM

14.15
Tour of CONFIRM

PANEL Discussion | Carolan Lennon, Country Leader, Salesforce Ireland, James Herbert, Director Global Strategy, Boston Scientific, Dr Sarah Kieran, Assistant Dean KBS Academy, and Dr Nuala Ryan, Researcher and Lecturer, KBS. Facilitated by Dave Griffin, CONFIRM

Carolan Lennon is Country Leader at Salesforce Ireland. She was appointed in July 2022 and is responsible for leading the company’s 3,000+ workforce in Ireland.
Prior to joining Salesforce, Carolan served as CEO of Eir, one of Ireland’s leading telecommunications companies. She has held a number of senior positions in the telecomms, technology and insurance industries. Carolan has a BSc from University College Dublin and an MBA from Trinity College Dublin.
Carolan is a member of the Board of Flutter and was previously the SID on the AIB board. She is also a proud patron of Special Olympics Ireland. She has a passion for promoting corporate sustainability and advocating for equality in the workplace.

James Herbert is Director of Global Manufacturing Strategy for Boston Scientific. Boston Scientific is a leading manufacturer of medical devices for use in various interventional medical specialties. They have a global footprint with 15 manufacturing locations and operating in 115 countries.
Prior to taking up this role in 2021, James held numerous positions in manufacturing and supply chain. Prior to joining Boston Scientific, James worked at Guidant Medical and Intel. James has a B.Eng. from University of Limerick and an MBA from Carlson School, University of Minnesota. James is also a board member of Irish Centre for Business Excellence.
VENUE: Confirm, University of Limerick Digital District, Unit 2 Park Point, Dublin Road Castletroy Limerick V94 C928

Places are limited, so please register your interest now.

For further details please contact vivienne@icbe.ie

Aviation Policy and Regulations
2023-01-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Instructor Led
Aviation Policy and Regulations

Module Fee €1236
Aviation Skillnet Fee: €865
Overview:
Aviation Policy and Regulations
Aviation is a heavily regulated industry and both a global (ICAO) and regional (EU) level. This module will provide an introduction for students to the regulatory environment within which aviation operates, at the Irish, European and international levels.
This module aims to empower aviation managers with an ability to assess the strengths and weaknesses of aviation regulation and thereby enable better management of operational and commercial functions. The provisions of aviation regulations that are most relevant to the management function will be explored so as to facilitate practical application to real world cases.
As a module aimed at non-lawyers, the teaching approach will utilise plain English explanations of regulatory laws and make use of cases and practical examples as the main source of illustration.
This module aims to develop the student understanding of leadership principles and enhance the students’ capacity to think strategically and better understand the organisational and leadership issues.
Outcome:
Having completed this module students will be able to:

Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the specific legal and regulatory framework that governs aviation.
Evaluate the competitive and regulatory forces that shape the air transport industry.
Demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics, requirements and legal responsibilities of aviation organisations.
Critique and apply appropriate principles of regulatory evaluation to factual aviation regulations and cases with operational and/or commercial impact.
Exhibit decision making skills in recognising scenarios where engagement with specific regulations is necessary.

The Aviation Policy and Regulations module can be taken as a stand-alone module or as the second of 4 modules to gain the Graduate Certificate in Aviation Sustainability, Leadership & Innovation
The Graduate Certificate in Aviation Sustainability, Leadership & Innovation provides eligibility to move forward to Year 2 of MSc in Aviation Leadership
Awarded:
7.5 ECTS on completion of a module
30 ECTS on completion of Certificate
TimeTable

Thursday 12th January
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

Thursday 19th January
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

Thursday 26th January
08:30-16:30
On campus

Friday 27th January
08:30-16:30
On campus

Thursday 2nd February
18:00-20:00
Online synchronous

For more information on the programme or to register your interest please click here
All other queries please contact annette@icbe.ie

Practical Productivity using MS Outlook One Hour Free Lunch and Learn Session
2023-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | online
Practical Productivity using MS Outlook – Getting back in Control – One Hour Lunch and Learn
Date: Wednesday 11th January
Numbers are limited – to book please email : maeve@icbe.ie

Programme Overview:
Practical Productivity using MS Outlook – Getting back in Control – One Hour Lunch and Learn

Overview of Time Management Best Practices
Customisation of MS Outlook (Overview)
MS Outlook shortcut keys
Creating and working with Quick Steps
The 4 D’s
Working with Tasks
Creating Tasks
Re-dating Tasks
Working with bigger tasks
Recurring Tasks
Completing Tasks
Creating a logical folder structure for storing / managing email
Creating tasks directly from an email
Grouping related work
Delegating and following up on time
Empty your Inbox

An additional Video Tutorial Guiding Attendees through the Customisation Process will be provided with this webinar.
All participants should have a working knowledge of MS Outlook.
Facilitators:
E-bridge Limited has been delivering a wide range of standard and tailored training courses since 2001. They deliver fully customisable training solutions in the area of IT Applications and Soft Skills using a “Blended Training” approach whereby they combine both IT and Soft Skills training to provide the complete solution. www.e-bridge.ie

Making 2023 The Best Year Ever - ICBE Members only webinar with Owen Fitzpatrick
2022-12-14 12:00 - 13:00 | online
Making 2023 the Best Year Ever – ICBE Members only webinar with Owen Fitzpatrick

Date: Wednesday 14th December
Time: 12 to 1pm.
Email maeve@icbe.ie to secure a place
As we find ourselves nearing the end of Q4, we prepare for another year full of opportunities, challenges and surprises. Many take to making resolutions but inevitably find themselves reverting back to the same old habits. In this session, you will learn why resolutions and best laid plans often go to waste and what you need to do instead to take advantage of the fresh new start of 2023. You will discover how to prioritise what matters most and learn a brand new framework​ to organize your year so you achieve what you want. You​ will become aware of the most important elements of taking care of yourself, maintaining high performance while achieving more work life balance and what science tells us about well being.

About the speaker:
We are delighted to welcome Owen Fitzpatrick, International Business Psychologist, Author and Speaker to present this event exclusively to our ICBE Members.
One of the worlds leading authorities in how to shape behaviour through belief, Owen has worked with prominent organisations such as Coca Cola, JP Morgan, LinkedIn, Merck, and Pfizer.
He has spoken to audiences in 31 countries and has shared the stage with Richard Branson, Andy Andrews and Seth Godin. He has authored nine books on behavioural science which have been translated into 21 languages.
Originally from Dublin, Owen now lives in New York City.

Executive Education 3 Day Programme
2022-12-12 08:00 - 17:00
3 Day Executive Education Programme
Delivered by: John McMahon & Brian Hayden
Dates: Spring 2023 TBC
Times: 9am to 5.30pm each day
Venue: In person programme TBC
We are pleased to invite expressions of interest for our very popular 3 Day Excecutive Education Programme which will return in Spring 2023
Programme Overview
Three Day Programme providing a comprehensive introduction to aviation finance and leasing including commercial, technical, financial, legal and risk management aspects. The programme includes a lease negotiation exercise through which participants will gain a practical understanding of the dynamic aspects of negotiating an aircraft lease and the factors that influence a successful outcome.
Programme Objectives
To acquaint participants with key aspects of aviation finance and leasing.In addition to core lecture modules, participants will ‘learn by doing’ through an aircraft lease negotiation exercise involving airline and aircraft leasing company teams with presentations of the negotiated deals being presented to the respective “company boards” (the trainers).The anticipated learning outcomes are as follows:
A comprehensive understanding of aviation finance and leasing from commercial, legal, technical, financial and risk management perspectives.
An understanding of the considerations associated with acquiring an aircraft by way of manufacturer order, trade purchase or lease.
Target Audience
Participants in the aviation industry that require a broad understanding of aviation finance and leasing. This may include participants from aircraft leasing companies whose current role is specialised and who wish to put it in a broader business context or participants from other aviation companies (airlines, MROs, other service providers) that interact with aviation finance and leasing companies. Participants from professional services firms (legal, tax, accounting, IT, etc) that interact with aviation finance and leasing companies and who would benefit from a better understanding of the business.
Programme Content

Aircraft Leasing Industry Introduction
History and Development
Aircraft Selection
Airline’s Perspective
Lessor’s Perspective
Lessor Business Models
Legal Issues
Commercial Structure of an Operating Lease
Risk Assessment
Lease Pricing
Lease Negotiation Exercise – introduction
Aircraft/Engines
Life Cycles
Production Cycles
Maintenance Programmes MRO selection

Financial Aspects of Maintenance
Sources of Finance for Lessors
Aircraft Variations and Modifications
Technical Regulatory Compliance
Aircraft Appraisals
Lease Negotiation Exercise Breakout
Delivery/Re-delivery Conditions
Physical and Financial Aspects
Insurance
Lease Negotiation Exercise – Breakout

Please email maeve@icbe.ie for more details on this programme or to note your interest.

ICBE Lunchtime Webinar: Daily Habits to Improve Personal Productivity
2022-12-05 13:00 - 13:30 | Webinar, Webinar
Daily Habits to Improve Personal Productivity
Presented by Niamh Brady, Better Workday
1pm Monday, December 5th 2022
(20mins presentation with 10min Q&A)
Places are limited and booking is essential
To register for this free webinar, click the Book A Place button above
We will then send the meeting link to you prior to the webinar
Please feel free to pass this email on to your colleagues/anyone you think will find it of value

ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet brings you this practical webinar with Productivity Coach, Niamh Brady.
Niamh will share practical ways for you to make the most of every workday, while looking after your wellbeing.

Learn how to plan your week and adapt to change
Implement sustainable routines for both remote and in-office days
Spend more time on high-value activities

Niamh Brady – Productivity Coach, Better Workday
Niamh is the founder of Better Workday and author of Remote Working Essentials. She will challenge you to think differently about how you manage your time, energy and attention at work.

Aviation Future Skills Event - December 1st, Shannon
2022-12-01 09:00 - 11:00
Aviation Future Skills –
The skills your business needs to succeed

Date: 1st December 2022 , 9am to 11am
Venue: Shannon Airport House, Shannon

We would like to invite you to join us for an in-person event taking place Thursday, December 1st – an interactive Q & A session which will identify and address future skills needs within the Aviation sector in the Midwest. The focus will be on Training, Skills Development and the available Funding Support specific to Aviation companies and individuals based in the region. This is a key opportunity for companies looking at their future skills and talent needs within the industry and we invite you to come and join in the discussion.

If you are unable to attend, please feel free to nominate a colleague(s) who might wish to join us.

Email maeve@icbe.ie before Monday 28th November to confirm attendance

ICBE Lunchtime Bite-Sized Webinar: How Fast and Slow Thinking Shape Judgements and Decisions in the Workplace (Unconscious Bias)
2022-11-23 13:00 - 13:30 | Webinar, Webinar
Two Minds: How Fast and Slow Thinking Shape Judgements and Decisions in the Workplace(Unconscious Bias) Wednesday, November 23rdStarts at 1pm (30 minutes + Q&A) Register through the BOOK A PLACE button aboveWe will forward the Zoom link closer to the start date
There are two systems in your brain (fast and slow) which are constantly fighting over control of your behaviour and actions. In this bite sized webinar, we will explore both these systems and demonstrate how fast thinking can open the door to unconscious bias and impact on judgment, decisions, and workplace practices.

Who would benefit from attending this webinar:Leaders, line manager, learning & development managers, employees at all levels of the business.
What will you learn:

Understand the difference between fast and slow thinking.
Explore the link between fast thinking and unconscious bias.
Understand how unconscious bias can affect how we see the world around us and make decisions.
Recognise bias both in yourself and others, and in turn through that awareness learn to mitigate against it.

Caroline Murphy – Senior Human Performance Consultant with Ingenium
Caroline is a qualified HR professional with experience in all aspects of HR, including learning and development, performance management, employee relations, recruitment, and consultancy. Industry experience includes aviation, construction, engineering, pharmaceutical, finance, public sector and telecoms. Strong focus on human behaviour, human performance in organisational development, organisational culture, leadership development and employee wellbeing and resilience.

The S Factor - Why becoming ESG-ready means better business
2022-11-17 09:00 - 12:00 | online
Until now, ESG and sustainability has largely been considered through an environmental lens, but the wider lens is that of the ‘social energy’ and governance of an organisation, broadly described as valency of the people -customers, staff, shareholders, communities, supply chain and other partners – generated by their diverse needs and the energy they bring and release to each other in their work and collaboration with each other.
Join Xenergie, ICBE & guests to learn more about about this important topic.

Who should attend this event?
ESG compliance requires a whole organisation approach in which learning and development is key. This is not just the domain of the Sustainability Officer, it requires a cross-functional approach led from the top and reaching all, leaving no one behind.

This event is aimed at senior organisation leaders & managers in:

HR
Sustainability
Change Mgt
ESG related functions
Legal/Regulatory Affairs

What you will learn?

What will the EU Taxonomy (a new framework for sustainability that applies to companies – to be introduced in 2024) and other legislation mean for organisations and the timescales involved.
How working towards a socially-optimised organisation could mean much better business value and an opportunity to address unsustainable ways of working.
How to work robustly with the complexities, controversies and trade-offs.
How and when to begin preparing at all levels of your organisation with a practical, cost effective approach that builds your capability to evolve.
How to influence and lead this change in your organisation and integrate it with other change initiatives.

Hear from those who are already pioneering this rapidly growing field:

Justin Bazalgette has held various leadership roles within multi-national organisations in automotive, construction, services and financial sectors, developing and leading cross-functional corporate governance and sustainability initiatives, supporting the needs of shareholders and wider stakeholders.

Lorena Dunne, Partner and Co-Chair, ESG & Sustainability Practice Group, William Frys extensive experience in advising a range of leading international asset managers on a range of matters and developed a particular expertise in advising on EU Sustainable Finance regulation. Lorena is Vice Chair of the Irish Funds ESG Policy, Legal and Regulatory Working Group and Irish Funds’ representative on the International Investment Funds Association (IIFA) ESG Working Committee.

Lorna McDowell, CEO Xenergie, is a an ESG strategy and governance advisor, focusing on the “social domain”, helping organisations to get their strategy and people on their journey to being future fit and more resilient both in economic and psychological terms. She is also facilitator of the National Stakeholder Forum for the Sustainability Goals.

IMI Essential Skills of Management - Special Offer for SMEs
2022-11-08 09:00 - 17:00 | online
NEW DATES
Tues/Weds 8/9 November – Mon/Tues 5/6 December – Tues/Weds 17/18 January 2023
6 days (9am – 5pm)
Members €1,250 – Non-Members €1,875 per person
with 50%+ Skillnet Funding Applied
Special offer for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (less than 250 employees)
As your career develops, having the core management skills needed for each and every stage is key to your success.
This programme’s for you if: You are a developing manager with at least six months’ experience.
This programme will set you on the path to high performance by building on your existing management expertise and developing
new competencies such as planning, problem-solving and decision-making
Contact alison@icbe.ie to book your place/s
Places are limited
This highly interactive six-day programme is designed to enhance your existing management skills & will help you develop new competencies within a framework of identified essential skills.
This programme is comprised of 6 full days divided into 3 modules of 2 consecutive days each:

Excel Learn a variety of management tools and techniques
Perform Discover how to design strategies for increased employee performance
Deliver Find out how to foster an environment of creativity and innovation.

Essential Skills of Management is one of IMI’s most popular management development programmes.

Schedule
Module 1 (November 8th & 9th): Understanding your Role and Context
• Remote working and leading
• The role of the manager
• Listening skills
• Your development planning
• Management behaviours
• Essential steps of planning
• Goal and objective setting
• Problem solving
• Responses to Conflict
Module 2 (December 5th & 6th): Aligning Goals & Resources
• Influencing
• Delegation
• Flexible Management
• Introduction to Belbin
• Belbin Team roles
• Motivation
• Building blocks of successful teams
• Building trust
• Team stages & high performing teams
Module 3 (January 17th & 18th): Building an enabling culture
• DiSC Profile – understanding self
• DiSC Profile – understanding others
• Performance management & effective feedback
• Coaching skills for managers
• Managing different performance conversations
• Pulling it all together
Learning Outcomes
Module 1
• Define the role of the Manager
• Apply listening techniques
• Diagnose business environment
• Develop Stakeholder maps
• Apply planning techniques
• Set effective goals
• Solve problems effectively
• Manage through conflict
Module 2
• Understand influencing styles
• Align resources
• Delegate tasks effectively
• Empower team members
• Build trust
• Enhance motivation
• Develop teams
• Manage team dynamics
Module 3
• Deliver effective feedback
• Identify leadership styles
• Understand personal behaviour
• Diagnose behaviour of others
• Apply a PMDS
• Coach for performance
• Manage performance
• Deliver appraisals

Trainer Profile
Fabio Grassi has over 17,000 hours of training design and delivery, and over 1500 hours executive coaching, with a client satisfaction rating of 94%. His focus is to architect tailored organisational development interventions to transform talent into real business growth and return on investment. His passion is to help executives and managers to achieve specific business outcomes by developing their team’s performance, collaboration and motivation.
Fabio is an associate faculty member with the IMI where he directs the IMI Diploma in Executive Coaching and delivers training in variety of customised programmes for organisations.
In 2009, Fabio facilitated one of the Economic Working Groups engaging the Irish Diaspora at the Global Irish Economic Forum. An IBM Global Sales School Graduate (with distinction) and the recipient of the 2001 IBM Winning Team Award, Fabio worked in IBM for 9 years in a variety of roles including Skill & Education Consultant for the ibm.com organisation, advising executive and management teams across Europe. Fabio’s major interests are in Behavioural Science, Emotional Intelligence, Talent Development and Motivation, Coaching and Facilitation.

Cancellation Policy as per IMI Terms & Conditions

Registrants who cancel over one month in advance of scheduled training date shall incur no cancellation fee.
Registrants who cancel within one month of scheduled training date shall incur a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the cost.
If registrant cannot attend they may nominate a participant to take their place.

Virtual Benchmarking LEO Pharma – Hoshin Kanri : MEMBER ONLY
2022-10-26 09:00 - 11:00 | online
Virtual Benchmarking

LEO Pharma – Hoshin Kanri

ICBE Members only
AGENDA

Introduction to LEO Pharma
Our Hoshin Kanri Process
Our Hoshin Governance (Knari)
Lean Training Strategy – Equipping our people to deliver the Vision
Value Stream Mapping – Delivering on our Strategic Objectives
Are we living it? – MDI Process

Plus Q&A 30 minutes

ICBE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE Accelerating Innovation & Collaboration - Facing the Future Together
2022-10-19 | online
ACCELERATING INNOVATION & COLLABORATION
FACING THE FUTURE TOGETHER
REGISTER HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
Energy Decarbonisation, Digitalisation, Leadership Competencies and Staying Connected – We have listened to our members, and they have told us these are the key challenges they’re facing as they transition to the new realities of work.
Contributors to this year’s ICBE International Conference will discuss critical future trends and the futurist mindset. ICBE members will share how cross sectoral collaboration has reduced time to successful innovation.
Facilitated by Anton Savage, we will speak with forward-thinking experts and influencers from industry who give us their views on facing the future.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
LISELOTTE LYNGSØ
Futurist, Founding Partner in Future Navigator
Liselotte Lyngsø, world renowned futurist, will take us along on an exciting journey where She will share her 20 years of experience with spotting trends. It has never been so important to understand the future as it is now – our world is longing for a new sustainable approach – providing a viable and constructive alternative to the many aches and pains of production today. Luckily, the distance from visualizing something to actually doing it has, thanks to digitalisation and the globalisation of talent, never been shorter than today.

Join with us to hear Lisolette and a variety of Industry Experts discuss how we face the key challenges of the future :
(Further information and speaker details will be released in the near future)
REGISTER HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE

Early Bird Fee: €145 +vat
Multiple (3 Delegates): €390 + vat
Multiple (5 Delegates): €595 + vat
Multiple (10 Delegates): €1,000 + vat
Student Ticket: €45 inc.vat

Should you have any comments or questions please contact Paula Dempsey, or telephone + 353 46 9773434.

Human Error Problem Solving Training
2022-10-12 09:30 - 2022-10-13 16:30
Cost: ICBE Member €600 – Non Member €700
Programme Overview
This two-day training program is designed to enable Managers and Engineers tosystematically identify the reasons for Human Error and to identify the alignment ofcauses that resulted in Human Error.Participants will learn the 4 High Level Categories of Human Error and the 12subcategories that result in Human Error. From an analysis of these errors,participants will be presented with options to prevent human error using Leantechniques or minimise Human Error through an understanding of how the brainfunctions. The templates provided will align to an organisations current quality orsafety management system to systematically eliminate human error over time.In addition, participants will be introduced to the concept of SMART procedures andhow the creation and use of these procedures can help to reduce or eliminateHuman Error.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this programme, you will be able to complete a Human Error RootCause Analysis and identify appropriate actions to systematically either eliminate orminimise human error in the workplace. This will systematically support both safetyand quality initiatives in your organisation.
Who is the course for?
This programme is appropriate for any of the following roles• Leadership• QA Manager• QA Engineers• Design/Manufacturing/Safety Engineers• Safety and/or Environmental Managers• Anyone involved with or leading a Human Error preventative approach
Modules
1. Introduction to Human Error Prevention – Objectives, Background and Benefits2. Introduction to how the Brain works and linkage to Human Error3. Presentation of the CODE Error Types4. Reasons for Competency, Omission, Decision and Execution Errors5. Introduction to Human Error Problem Solving process6. Introduction to Human Error Root Cause Analysis7. Identification of Actions to Support the elimination or reduction of theopportunity for Human Error8. Overview of key Elements of a Procedure template that supports HumanError prevention – format, symbols, flow9. Introduction to Procedure Format10.Workshop – critique procedure provided and identify areas of improvement11.Case Study – Develop a Procedure that supports Human Error Prevention12.Workshop – Complete a Human Error Problem Solving process with casestudy provided13.Summary and Close

Future of Women in Aviation
2022-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Webinar
The ICBE Aviation Skillnet in collaboration with The Shannon Airport Group, Shannon Aviation Museum and ADS Northern Ireland invites transition year students to join our
Future of Women in Aviation
All-Ireland Event
A FREE, two-hour webinar –11th October at 10AM
This unique information session aims to inspire, encourage and inform transition year students on the variety of exciting career paths available in Irish aviation.
Guest speakers from Northern Ireland and the Republic will present their individual experiences on current roles including their challenges and opportunities, while highlighting the breath of career paths in aviation today.
This event will also feature a Q&A panel session to provide a special opportunity for transition students, the next generation of aviation, to ask their own questions and gain valuable insight into the various educational and professional careers & support systems in place to aid them on their future journeys.
Caoimhe Rooney, NASA

About the Speakers;
Lynn Guiney – Principal, SolÉir Aviation Capital
An innovative deal-maker and industry leader, with deep C-level airline relationships across the globe that have delivered big-ticket leasing transactions in excess of US$20bn.
Lynn most recently led the EMEA Team at Avolon, the world’s second largest aircraft leasing company, managing and curating relationships with more than 50 airlines and in excess of 150 aircraft on lease. As part of Avolon’s Senior Management Team, Lynn oversaw the integration of the CIT Leasing business acquired in 2017 (300+ aircraft, US$10.4bn) and led the firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Lynn was a key decision-maker in airline restructurings across Avolon’s global fleet.
Previously Managing Director and Global Head of Remarketing at Standard Chartered Aviation Finance, with responsibility for debt and operating leasing. Prior to Standard Chartered, Lynn was Managing Director and Head of EMEA at AWAS (now DAE Aviation Capital), and a member of the start-up team at RBS Aviation Capital (now SMBC Aviation Capital).

Erin Gormley -Women in Aviation International & the Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots
Erin Gormley worked as an air accident investigator for the National Transportation Safety Board, the government agency responsible for investigating aircraft accidents in the United States. She specialised as an Aerospace Engineer extracting recorded data from the “Black Boxes”, flight data recorders and cockpit voice recorders, to help determine the causes of a crash and then develop recommendations that would prevent another occurrence. As a subject matter expert for data retrieval and interpretation, Ms. Gormley represented the US around the world on overseas investigations and aviation safety activities, and served as the national representative to ICAO for flight recorders.
Ms. Gormley earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, and minors in Mathematics and Aviation Safety from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). She also has a Masters of Aeronautical Science in Aviation Operations and Safety and most recently attained an Aircraft Technical Services Certificate from Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). Ms. Gormley is passionate about advocating aviation safety and promoting the field of aviation as a career. She serves on the scholarship committee for the International Society of Air Safety Investigators, and as a mentor through Women in Aviation International and the Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots. Ms. Gormley holds an airplane single-engine land private pilot license.
Further information on our speakers will follow each week.
For further information please contact annette@icbe.ie

ICBE Lunchtime Bite-Sized Webinar: Using Your Strengths to Re-Energise Yourself and Unlock Potential
2022-10-06 13:00 - 13:30 | Webinar, Webinar
Using Your Strengths to Re-Energise & Unlock Potential
Thursday, October 6th
Starts at 1pm (20 minutes + Q&A)
Register through the BOOK A PLACE button above
We will forward the Zoom link closer to the start date
A strength isn’t simply something you are good at or capable of doing well, it also gives you energy when you are performing it. This is the critical part as being motivated and energised by the activity you are carrying out is what leads to associated benefits for individuals, teams, and organisations.
Using your strengths unlocks potential, overcoming barriers to Best Self.
It’s the diversity of strengths within a team that brings real power, an understanding of strengths encourages employees to value difference in each other, encourages collaboration and further engagement.

Who would benefit from attending this webinar:
Leaders, Line Managers, Learning & Development Managers, Individuals aspiring to be their Best Self
What you will learn:

Definition of Strengths by Performance, Energy and Use
The Benefits of utilising Strengths for you and your team
How to celebrate uniqueness, encourage collaboration & energise you and your teams with a simple, positive approach

Connie Merrick is an experienced professional coach and an accredited Strengths Profile practitioner. Connie has extensive experience spanning over 30 years of working in a global multinational Pharma company. On transitioning from the Pharma industry, Connie established her own coaching business and is founder and director of Connie Merrick Coaching Ltd.
Offering a professional, authentic, and impactful coaching service, Connie partners with clients to deepen their awareness, improve their performance by utilising their strengths and enhance their quality of life.
Coaching certifications from Coaching Development Ltd, mBIT International (modified Brain Integration Techniques), Positive Psychology (Horizon Coaching) and Strengths Profile Practitioner (Cappfinity).

Certificate in Data Analytics with UCD Professional Academy - for Aviation Professionals
2022-09-28 18:30 - 19:30 | online
Certificate in Data Analytics for Aviation

Date: Commencing 28th September 2022 – 8 week programme
Time: Weekly Live On-line Session 6.30 – 7.30pm, plus 2 hours additional access to course lecturer
Funded Cost: €975 pp (limited places remain)
Contact maeve@icbe.ie

The Aviation Skillnet in collaboration with UCD Professional Academy, last year developed and launched the Certificate in Data Analytics for Aviation. Following the huge success of the first programme last Autumn, we are delighted to announce that we are running a further programme this year, commencing Wednesday 28th September 22.
Data science is booming right now, in Ireland and around the world. Data Scientist has been in the top 10 of LinkedIn’s list of Emerging Jobs for the past several years, and demand far outstrips supply. There are data-related roles in most industries and having a thorough understanding of the principles behind the analysis of data is invaluable, no matter what your role might be.

Overview
Organisations worldwide are working with ever increasing volumes of data, generating a growing market demand for data analysts who can understand, extract and present meaningful information using up-to-date algorithms, tools and methods. Featuring real-world examples and case studies relevant to the aviation industry, participants will learn to import, clean, format, manipulate and visualise data. Gaining a practical foundation in the skills of data analytics has never been more valuable to individuals looking to advance their careers in the modern workplace.

Delivered by UCD Professional Academy, this customised learning experience has been designed specifically for the aviation sector. This programme will supply participants with a thorough grounding in the algorithms, methods, and tools that can be used to analyse and understand large datasets. Featuring real-world examples and case studies relevant to the aviation industry, participants will learn to import, clean, format, manipulate and visualise data.

Participants will enjoy a best-in-class learning experience in a flexible format, to suit busy schedules. Attend lectures one evening per week, and benefit from a highly-qualified, expert lecturer who will be on hand to mentor participants throughout the programme.

Programme Structure:

Introduction to Python
Intermediate Python
Introduction to Importing Data in Python
Intermediate Importing Data in Python
Data Manipulation with Pandas
Joining Data with Pandas
Introduction to Data Visualisation with Matplotlib
Introduction to Data Visualisation with Seaborn

Learner Profile:
This course is designed for aviation industry professionals who wish to leverage the insights from data to solve problems and study trends. Learners will develop the tools to provide meaningful insights into decision making and scope for improvement in business and services. You do not need a prior qualification in data analysis, but good maths and computer skills are an advantage.

About UCD Professional Academy
UCD Professional Academy professional diplomas and short courses have been created by experts with real-world experience to enhance your skills and knowledge. Interactive classes and group activities promote teamwork, collaboration, and connection while you study, giving you the opportunity to grow your professional network. You will enjoy a best-in-class learning experience in a flexible format, to suit your busy schedule.
Book your place today by emailing maeve@icbe.ie.

ICBE in association with Harvard Business Review Press - Autumn Series of Global Business Experts & Authors
2022-09-28 09:00 - 10:00 | online
The Irish Centre for Business Excellence is delighted to continue the very popular series of world -renowned business experts and authors in association with Harvard Business Review Press
This new series will bring you global expertise on the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing organisations today.
Member rate: €75pp(non-member €95pp) per session. Book All 3 sessions for €180pp (non member rate €220pp)

To book your place(s) please email annette@icbe.ie
About the Authors:

Beyond Digital – The leadership imperatives for transforming companies in the new digital era – Mahadeva Matt Mani
September 28th – 9AM to10AM
Digital transformation is critical. But winning in today’s world requires more than digitisation. It requires understanding that the nature of competitive advantage has shifted-and that being digital is not enough.
In their acclaimed book – Beyond Digital, world-renowned strategists Mahadeva Matt Mani and Paul Leinwand present the stories of twelve companies from across the world – Phillips, Hitachi, Titan, Eli Lilly, Citigroup, Adobe, Komatsu, Honeywell, Microsoft, Cleveland Clinic, Inditex, and STC Pay – that have navigated through this monumental shift.
Beyond Digital outlines seven imperatives for leaders to follow as the digital age continues to evolve and Mahadeva Matt Mani joins us to present the book’s key insights.
Mahadeva Matt Mani is an adviser to executives on organization cost and productivity transformation for Strategy and one of the global leaders of PwC’s Fit for Growth performance platform.

Competing in the new world of Work – Kian Gohar
October 27th – 4PM to 5PM
In Competing in the New World of Work, bestselling author Keith Ferrazzi, and coauthors Kian Gohar and Noel Weyrich, show leaders how to shape their organisations and practices to remain competitive in a new, post-pandemic context.
Based on an ambitious global research initiative involving thousands of executives, innovators, and changemakers who redefined their strategies, business models, organizational systems, and even their cultures.
Kian Gohar will join us to share the success strategies of some of the most astute organisations in the world and will:

Offer a bold new vision for the organization of the future
Reveal the workplace innovations that emerged during the pandemic
Define the new model of leadership-radical adaptability-for sustaining continuous change throughout the coming years of opportunity and transformation

This event will offer inspiration and your road map to embracing new realities, motivating talent, and winning.
Kian Gohar inspires the world’s leading organisations to harness innovation to solve complex problems. A former executive director of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, Kian has coached the leadership teams of the world’s leading companies. He is a sought-after public speaker on innovation.

The Upside of Uncertainty – A Guide to Finding Possibility in the unknown – Nathan Furr
November 16th – 1PM to 2PM
For most of us, uncertainty causes fear, suspicion, and stress. But without it-change and innovation rarely happen. According to INSEAD professor Nathan Furr, and entrepreneur Susannah Harmon Furr, the only way to get to the possibilities we dream about is to embrace the unknown.
For their new book, The Upside of Uncertainty, Nathan and Susannah drew on hundreds of interviews, as well as pioneering research in psychology, innovation, and behavioral economics, to develop a set of practical tools that will help us all optimise the uncertainty that characterises our lives.
In this webinar Nathan presents the thinking behind their model for “finding possibility in the unknown” and will walk us through some of the practical approaches that have proved most useful in the many innovation workshops and engagements they have led, helping people turn uncertainty into a force for good.
Nathan Furr is a professor of strategy and innovation at INSEAD in Paris and an expert in innovation and technology strategy. He is widely published and works with leading companies including Google, Microsoft, Citi, ING, and Philips.
To book your place(s) please email annette@icbe.ie

ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet Lunchtime Bites Webinar “Building Supply Chain Resilience”
2022-09-22 13:00 - 13:30 | online
Presented by Luis Godinho
UK & Ireland Director at Kaizen Institute

1pm Thursday 22nd September 2022
(20mins presentation with 10min Q&A)
Places are limited and booking is essential.
To register for this free webinar, visit our Website & Book A Place
Once you have registered, we will send the meeting link to you on the 20th September
Please feel free to pass this email on to your colleagues/anyone you think will find it of value

ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet brings you this practical webinar with UK&I Director Luis Godinho who will lay out the steps needed to transform your supply chain into a demand-driven, agile operation that will lead to higher customer satisfaction and better operational results. We will also be discussing success stories and best practices.
Some of the key takeaways:

Strategic E2E Mapping of the Supply Chain
Implement a Pull Planning System
Create Material & Information Flow
Increase Resource Efficiency
Reinforce KAIZEN™ Culture
Increase Supply Chain Resilience
Pilot, Assess, Benchmark & Scale

Luis Godinho

UK&I Director | Kaizen Institute
Part of Kaizen Institute since 2010, he recently undertook leadership of the UK&I region. He has a strong track record of international project delivery in the field of Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement methodologies using Kaizen, Lean and 6 Sigma. He is also an expert in strategy design and implementation, consistently achieving world-class results.

Kaizen Institute is the original and premier provider of KAIZEN™ services
We support companies of all sizes in all market segments, providing them with a sustainable, competitive advantage. The history of Kaizen Institute began in the mid 80’s. We have the longest history of consulting and training organisations around the world, specifically in the fields of KAIZEN™, Lean Management, and Continuous Improvement. Today, Kaizen Institute is present in 40+ countries around the world, and employs over 750 consultants to deliver exceptional transformation projects to our clients.

Definition of KAIZEN™

Over 30 years ago, Masaaki Imai sat down to pen the groundbreaking book ‘Kaizen: The Key to Japan’s Competitive Success’ (McGraw Hill). Through this book, the term KAIZEN™ was introduced in the western world. Today KAIZEN™ is recognised worldwide as an important pillar of an organisation’s long-term competitive strategy. Since introducing this term as a systematic approach for business improvement, companies that implement KAIZEN™ have continually yielded superior results.

“KAIZEN™ means improvement. Moreover, it means continuing improvement in personal life, home life, social life, and working life. When applied to the workplace KAIZEN™ means continuing improvement involving everyone – managers and workers alike.” Masaaki Imai, Founder of Kaizen Institute.

Data Analytics – Start Your Journey
2022-09-19 11:00 - 12:00 | online
Advanced Productivity
3 days of effort over 3 weeks(includes project & mentoring with Dave Clarke)
Costs (per person): €495 Member / €800 Non-Member
Start Date: Monday, September 19th : End Date: Friday, October 7th (detailed schedule below)Enquire for in-company options
For more info / to book a place, contact kate@icbe.ie
This Level 1 data literacy course is aimed at anyone who wants to understand and improve their overall data analytics maturity and is designed for those working in operations, engineering, manufacturing and R&D professionals
Click link to view Course Structure: Data Analytics Structure Overview

Learning outcomes:

Become equipped with an understanding of what operational questions can be answered by skilful interpretation of data.
Get to grips with how data can drive decision-making in your business, resulting in better outcomes.
Learn how to work with different processes, tools and methodologies in order to build effective and efficient data analytic projects and programmes.
Equip yourself with the skills necessary to answer the business questions presented by the new industry 4.0 era – by harnessing the latest data architectures.
Speed up your ability to translate data into competitive advantages for your business, by working with the latest analytic techniques, tools and algorithms.

This programme is designed to empower you with the expertise and skills you need to mine, manage and analyse your organisation’s raw data and use it to build business insights and better decision making.
Duration – 3 days of effort over 3 weeks
Week 1: 8 online lectures of 60 to 90 minutes
Week 2/3: 16 hours non-contact time to complete course project / 3 Master online mentoring sessions of one hour each
Week 3: online presentation of project results to class at end of course

Delivered By
Clarke Analytics

ASQ Six Sigma Green Belt Training Programme
2022-09-13 09:00 - 17:00
The programme is organised for the following dates in the hotels below:
Week 1: Day 1 to 3 13th / 14th / 14th September Clayton Hotel, Limerick
Week 2: Day 4 to 6 4th / 5th / 6th October Clayton Hotel, Limerick
Week 3:Day 7 to Day 9 25th / 26th / 27th October The Strand Hotel, Limerick
Cost: ICBE Member €2008 – ICBE Non-Member €2510
Delivering Real Capability
Program Aim
The aim of this programme is to provide the trainee with the knowledge and skills to Lead and ExecuteBusiness Improvement Projects. This is achieved through the understanding and utilisation of theAmerican Society of Quality (ASQ) Green Belt Body of Knowledge (BOK). These tools focus onimproving key Business metrics including improving Customer Service, Compliance, Cost, Delivery,and Supply.
Program Objectives
At the end of this course, you will be able to: Understand the DMAIC improvement methodology and Six Sigma tools Apply the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology to business improvement projects Collect and analyse data using the appropriate Six Sigma tools. Apply Lean Methodology to a wastereduction project Understand team dynamics when delivering a project Complete the Green Belt ASQ Examination

Expectations of A Green Belt
A Green belt is an invaluable resourceto any organisation. Key roles that aGreen Belt fulfils include: Leading a medium to large sized business improvement project team using the internationallyrecognised DMAIC methodology Lead Lean improvement projects Make fact based decisions through the application of appropriatestatistical tools Mentor Yellow Belt projects
Duration
9 Days Training (Online Training Available) Mentoring Days optional
Target Audience
This course is aimed at personnel who are tasked with the execution of projects to improve business performance and/or data analysis in their day to day job. Roles that would benefit from this program include Engineers, Quality Engineers, Supply Chain and Managers. As this is a statistical course, a knowledge of mathematics isrecommended.
Advancing your Career
Assessment and Certification
For ASQ Green Belt certification, each candidate is required to:1. Attend all training days2. Pass a 4-hour open book, 100 multiple choice examination that measures comprehension of the Body of Knowledge (Either at an examination centre or online)3. Provide evidence of a minimum of three years ofwork experience in one or more areas of the Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge. Workexperience must be in a full-time, paid role. Paid intern, co-op, or any other course workcannot be applied toward the work experience requirement.Educational waivers are not granted.
Enabling Real Results
Program Syllabus
Day 1 – 3 Introduction, Define & Measure PhaseIntroduction to DMAICProject CharterProcess and Value Stream MappingManagement of Team DynamicsProject ManagementData Collection and Analysis MethodsIntroduction to Minitab®Practice ASQ Multiple Choice Questions Day 3 – 6 Measure and Analyse Phase ProbabilityMeasurement System AnalysisProcess Capability Cp, Cpk, Pp, PpkHypothesis TestingPractice tools using Minitab®SMED and Visual ManagementPractice ASQ Multiple Choice Questions Day 7 – 9 Improve and Control Phase5s and Error Proofing1 Way ANOVARegression AnalysisIntroduction to Design of ExperimentsPractice tools using Minitab®Quality Function DeploymentControl PlansPractice ASQ Multiple Choice Questions
Software
Participants will use the statistical software package Minitab® during training to ensure that they canapply learning to the workplace when complete. Participants can avail of a 30 day free trial of Minitab®software (www.minitab.com). Access to Minitab® is the responsibility of the participant.

Internationally recognised America Society of Quality (ASQ) are the certifying body for this programme.
Crystal Lean Solutions also offers certification with the completion of examination, attend all trainingdays and demonstration of the successful execution of an Improvement Project.
Assessment and Certification
For ASQ Green Belt certification, each candidate is requiredto:1. Attend all training days2. Pass a 4-hour open book, 100 multiple choice examination that measures comprehension of the Body of Knowledge(Either at an examination centre or online)3. Provide evidence of a minimum of three years of work experience in one or more areas of the Six Sigma Green Belt Body of Knowledge. Work experience must be in a full-time, paid role. Paid intern, co-op, or any other course work cannot be applied toward the work experience requirement. Educational waivers are not granted.
Certification Body
Internationally recognised America Society of Quality (ASQ) are the certifying body for this programme.Crystal Lean Solutions also offers certification with the completion of examination, attend all trainingdays and demonstration of the successful execution of an Improvement Project.
Project Examples
Improve the Process Capability of a Moulding Process Optimise the Quality and Productivity performance of a Heat Treatment Process Investigate and eliminate the source of Product Contamination

IMI Management Bootcamp - Special Offer for SMEs
2022-09-12 09:00 - 17:00 | online
Monday, September 12th to Friday, September 16th
Members €1,050 ; Non-Members €1,575 (per person)with 50%+ Skillnet Funding Applied
Special offer for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (less than 250 employees)
Expand your knowledge across the breadth of your organisationBroaden your knowledge of your business and further develop the skills required for leadership positions Contact grainne@icbe.ie to reserve your place/sPlaces are limited
This IMI Management Bootcamp is comprised of an intensive five-day programme covering the business essentials of:

Strategy
Leadership
Finance
Marketing
People performance

Designed to give you a thorough framework of knowledge for making informed business decisions – this intensive 5-day format is designed to give you the maximum impact in a limited time away from work. The format and design create a supportive environment where participants learn from peers and subject matter experts.
You will participate in workshops, examine case studies, conduct class discussions and work in groups to ensure that the week is asrewarding – and as challenging – as it is insightful.
This programme is designed to build on your existing management competencies by giving you a comprehensive understanding of all the functions of an organisation, by highly respected experts in each function.

Learning outcomes
At the end of this course, participants will have a deeper understanding of organisational strategy, and how it is supported by finance and marketing and executed by effective leadership. Participants will have learned about their own leadership style and capabilities, and how they can impact performance and operations in their organisation.
Who is the course for?
This programme is ideal for participants with considerable specialist management experience in one area of their business and who want exposure to others. It’s also ideal for professionals aspiring to positions of greater responsibility and for experienced managers looking to widen their understanding of difference business functions.
Schedule
Day 1: Marketing• Marketing and Value Factor• Factors that drive and influence development of marketing structures• The Value Proposition Canvas• Segmentation• The power of branding Day 2: Strategy• What is strategy?• What is a PESTEL?• Five Forces – assess the key competitive factors that are important to understanding the position of both your company and industry• Stakeholder mapping• Strategy mapping – how best to track success of your strategy Day 3: Finance• The balance sheet• The income statement• Preparing financial statements• Reading the cash flow statement• Ratio analysis and the pitfalls/limitations to be aware of• Beyond the numbers Day 4: Strategic HRM• Strategic HRM: the context• Design of the organisation & operating model• Performance & Reward• Engagement Day 5: Leadership• Identify what leadership means in your organisation• Understand the importance of Emotional Intelligence• Gain awareness and reflect on your own leadership style, values and personal brand• Understand a leader’s role in change• Identify actions to take to grow your effectiveness as a leader
Trainer Profiles – Irish Management Institute (IMI)
Marketing – Helen O’Leary is a mentor and executive trainer in marketing and leadership development specialising in delivering top line revenue generation and methods to support the marketing and sales functions. Helen lectures in leadership on the MA programme at TU Dublin and is a Sales and Marketing lecturer and mentor at Kingston University London. She has developed a wealth of international sales and marketing expertise while working for almost 20 years throughout North America, the UK, Europe and the Middle East.
Strategy – Jonathan Westrup has been the IMI Programme Director of the Professional Diploma in Strategy & Innovation since 2010 and his associate expertise is in business strategy with a particular interest in corporate governance and organisational performance. Jonathan also works with management teams in facilitating their strategy process.
Finance – Mark James lectures in the business department of the Cork Institute of Technology, Griffith College, DIFC College, and the Irish Management Institute, teaching a range of modules including Financial Accounting, Micro and Macro Economics, Technology in Accounting and Finance, and Regulatory Management. Mark has experience as a Director on the Board of a national financial institution, overseeing international investments, information technology projects, regulatory policy development, and the creation of a five-year strategic plan. He has also provided training and consultancy services to SME’s. This broad range of business and lecturing experience allows Mark to ensure that the theory he teaches is grounded in practical real-world situations and problem solving.
Strategic HRM – Jane Mitchell is a leadership and organisational development consultant with 15 years’ experience working with diverse groups across many cultures. Her approach is positively challenging, centred on creating clarity, developing opportunity and delivering impact through tangible business results.
Leadership – Kevin Quigley has been involved in learning, leadership & management development, technology and innovation for the past 30 years. He is an associate member of the IMI specialising in Leadership Development, Leading Change and Change Management.
