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SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching Essentials - Get the best from yourself and your people
DESCRIPTION:  \n9am – 1.30pm X 4 dates (Tues/Weds) Feb 13/14 + 20/21  \nCOST: Member €675/Non Member €850 \nTo book\, contact  alison@icbe.ie \n  \nThis excellent coaching program designed to help gain a working knowledge and practice of coachinghas been converted to an online/virtual classroom offering. A training program for leaders\, managers and HR/other professionalswho need to develop and get the best from their people. To view the full programme outline\, click the below linkLeadership Coaching Essentials – Online Prog Overview -ICBE2021 \n  \n Program Aims/Objectives \n This programme is designed to help delegates gain a working knowledge and practice of coaching in a leadership context. \nSpecific objectives include: \n\nTo understand what coaching is\, particularly in a leadership context\nTo develop their skills in using coaching in their leadership of others\nTo integrate the application of coaching models\, tools and competencies into their roles as leaders\nTo increase their confidence and effectiveness as leaders\, managers and professionals within their organisations\n\nIdeal for those with little or no coaching experience who need the essentials for their work and also for those with some coach training and experience who want to further develop their practice and effectiveness. \nFEEDBACK FROM PREVIOUS ONLINE PROGRAMMES:* Really interesting and some great feedback & insights     *  Safe place to practice* Given time to develop    * Put me in the right frame of mind to learn* Created a listening environment    * Big focus on practice and reflection \n\nIt was excellent\, probably the best three days of training I’ve spent!! – HR Manager\, ICBE Member Company\nThe word has spread about how amazing the  Coaching course with Gerry was – I have 3 more people interested in doing it if you are running it again soon? – HR Manager\, ICBE Member Company\nThank you for including me on the course above. With 34 years of experience in business\, I was surprised that someone could teach me so much on a subject I thought I was good at – Operations Director\, ICBE Member Company\n\nCoaching skills are needed now more than everbecause of the particular challenges of supporting & managing staff during the COVID-19 crisis and recovery.  Of particular benefit will be the ability to tune in to & respond to the broad range of needs that staff are experiencing –enabling them to tap into their own creativity\, resourcefulness & resilienceand knowing how and when\, as a manager\, to provide appropriate levels of support & direction. \nThe program will be run over four half days (each of 4.5 hours long). \nThe style will be appropriate to adult learning needs with a mix of short briefings on relevant theory/models\, facilitated discussion\,  group engagement and opportunities to try out and practice your learning. \nWe have retained all of the main elements of the face-to-face course\, including lots of practical experience of coaching practice.  We have experience of delivering online training sessions\, and are struck by the quality and depth of training work that can now be done on line. \nFeedback when provided will be affirming and constructive\, both from the facilitator and from your fellow learners. The content will include the following areas and a more detailed outline of the three days is included below. \n\nActive listening – Three areas of listening\nSetting it up for success\nQuestioning and providing feedback\nWhen is coaching appropriate\nDeveloping trust and rapport\nGoal setting and planning\nThe coaching process\nDefinition of coaching and how it differs from other approaches\nInternational Coach Federation’s Core Competencies\nResponsibility and Accountability\nCreating the most effective relationships for learning\, growth and independence\nChallenge and support\nCoaching practice\, practice\, practice\n\nThis programme will be delivered by Gerry Ryan MCC\, MICF and Kieran Murphy. \nGerry has a vast experience of in-depth coaching and different approaches to leadership development which has led him to attain the title of MCC (Master Credentialed Coach) accredited by the ICF (International Coach Federation) – the top level of award accredited by the ICF. \nKieran has over 20 years’ experience of senior leadership positions at both executive and Board level\, in Ireland and the UK.  The consistent themes across all these experiences is Kieran’s relentless curiosity & exploration about how to bring about positive change in large complex systems\, so that people\, communities & countries are transformed for the better.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/online-leadership-coaching-essentials-icf-certified/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240220T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
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SUMMARY:Part 21 Initial Airworthiness | 2 Day Course
DESCRIPTION:Part 21 Initial Airworthiness – 2 Day Course\nDate:  February 20th and 21st\, 2024\nVenue:  Airport House\, Shannon\, Co. Clare\nTimes:  9am to 5pm each day (TBC)\nFunded Cost: €760 per person with Skillnet funding (€950 without funding)\n  \nOverview\nDelivered by Mick Malone\,  AirEngineering and Consulting this 2 day in person course is geared at those who need a good basic understanding of Part 21 with particular emphasis on how it affects Modification and changes to large aircraft. \nTarget audience includes those involved in Design\, Production\, leasing companies\, CAMO  or sales people who need an understanding of the topic. \n  \nDay 1\n\nIntro to legislation with emphasis on Subparts A\, Subpart B in so far as we know about a type cert (type design\, type certificate)\nSubpart D – basic subpart E\, Subparts F and G\, Basic H and I\,  Subpart J\, Subpart K\, Subpart M\, subpart O (Basic) subpart P (basic) subpart Q.\nCertification procedure for a product\nType cert in more detail\nChanges to a type cert with emphasis on certification basis 21.A.101\n\nDay 2\n\nCS25 with emphasis will be on general and cabin safety\, with level of detail adapted to suit the requirements of the participants. (Attendees are encouraged to bring their own experience to use as working examples)\nDevelopment of a simple minor mod\, classification\, showing of compliance\, ICA.\nDocuments which the customer gets and which remain proprietary.\n\n  \nTraining Provider – Mick Malone\, AirEngineering and Consulting.\n \n  \nAirEngineering and Consulting is headed by Mick Malone\, an industry veteran with more than 40 years experience. Previous to running AirEngineering he has been Head of Design in several EASA approved Design Organisations world wide. He is currently Head of Design at Part 21 Design International Malta. Mick has numerous years teaching experience and has run P21 courses world wide focusing on the basic requirements on P21 to detailed requirements specific to 21J and 21G. He is a part time lecturer with TUS. \n  \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/part-21-initial-airworthiness/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240314
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
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SUMMARY:Digitalisation & Business Analytics in Aviation Micro-Credential | DCU Business School
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nDigitalisation and Business Analytics for Aviation  Micro-Credential\n\nFunded Cost with Aviation Skillnet funding : €865 (€1\,236 without funding)  \nDuration: 5 Days \nStart Date: 21st February\, 2024 \n  \nOverview: \n  \nThe primary goal of this module is to familiarise you with the key digital technologies utilised in the aviation industry\, as well as the essential tools and techniques for leveraging data analytics in support of strategic business decisions. \nYou will delve into the world of digitalisation initiatives\, such as Blockchain\, 5G\, SWIM\, and Augmented Reality\, and understand their transformative impact on the aviation sector. Moreover\, you will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage and manipulate data using cutting-edge tools\, fostering a foundational understanding of data management that is imperative in today’s modern organisations \nOutcome: \nHaving completed this module students will be able to: \n\nExplain the key concepts of big data and data analytics\, the business case for data analytics\, and how it interacts withaviation operations and strategies\nDescribe the types of analytical tools and statistical modelling techniques available to analyse business data and assess theirsuitability for different types of business problems\nExplain what the digital transformation is\, and how the digitalisation of services and products has evolved within the aviation industry\nCritically evaluate different digitalisation options\, their push and pull factors as well as their value for the industry\n\nAwarded: \n7.5 ECTS on completion of a module \n  \n  \nFor more information on the programme or to register your interest please click here \n Please contact maeve@icbe.ie  for queries regarding Aviation Skillnet funding
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/digitalisation-business-analytics-in-aviation-copy/
LOCATION:Instructor Led
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Online Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240221T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240221T140000
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SUMMARY:HR and AI - How AI is reimagining the employee experience | Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:HR and AI – How AI is reimagining the employee experience | Free lunchtime webinar\nWednesday\, 21st February.\n1pm to 1.45pm\nTo register via zoom for this FREE webinar\, which is open to all\, click here   \n  \n\nFor HR Managers interested in understanding the impact of AI on the recruitment process & employee experience. \nICBE is offering the opportunity for HR managers to attend a free lunchtime webinar with expert Maryrose Lyons\, Founder of the AI Institute. \nSession overview\nThis webinar will educate HR leaders on how AI; \n+ can transform hiring \n+ ensure bias-free recruitment \n+ evaluate workforce automation trends \n+ enhance the overall employee experience. \nAttendees will leave prepared to develop ethical\, legally-compliant AI systems that augment talent acquisition\, empower teams\, and provide data-driven insights across the employee lifecycle \nAbout the Presenter:\n \nFounder of the AI Institute\, @maryroselyons has a strong reputation for bridging the gap between AI technology and business applications through practical\, skills-based training\, with a particular focus on HR. \nTo register via zoom  for this FREE webinar\, which is open to all\, click here    \n  \nSupported by Aviation Skillnet. \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/hr-and-ai-how-ai-is-reimagining-the-employee-experience-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240222T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20231213T143419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T151726Z
UID:10939-1708592400-1708606800@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Benchmarking visit - Tirlán Ballyragget Site\, Co. Kilkenny (previously Glanbia)
DESCRIPTION:Problem Solving and Demonstrated Excellence \nMembers only visit limited to 2 per member company\nNumbers attending site visits are limited and members are registered on a first come first serve basis. \nAgenda from 9.00am – 1.00pm \n\nIntros & welcome\n\nIntroduction to Ballyragget and Business Excellence\n\n\nProblem Solving\n\nBackground to original ICBE call for support on Problem Solving\nTirlan Problem Solving Approach & Methodology and discussion on achieving ‘buy in’ and ‘enabling’ Problem Solving\nShowcase the 3 x Problem Solving finalists\n\n\nExcellence Showcase\nSite Tour\nQ&A\nLunch\nEnd of Visit
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/benchmarking-visit-tirlan-ballyragget-site-co-kilkenny-previously-glanbia/
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240228T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20231114T153838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T145842Z
UID:10742-1709114400-1709118000@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Building Emotional Intelligence - Free webinar with Richard Burke
DESCRIPTION:Building Emotional Intelligence \n1-hour Teams Knowledge Session\n10 – 11am Wednesday\, February 28th\nincluding Q&A\nTo register\, click the BOOK A PLACE button above\nWe will forward the Teams link closer to the date\n  \nSome of you may have already attended (or heard about) Richard Burke’s excellent session on Resilience. \nWe are delighted to offer an opportunity to hear Richard’s take on Building Emotional Intelligence\n– designed to enable you to bring your best self home\nRichard will delve into our emotions\, what they mean\, how they play a part in our everyday lives\nand how we can use them to our advantage.\n  \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n\n“Thanks Richard & co – very interesting and insightful”\n“Thanks so much! That session with Richard was absolutely terrific\, so insightful and powerful. Really enjoyed it and his honest\, no frills\, plain talking approach was so refreshing.\n“Fantastic session – Thanks so much”\n“Thanks ICBE for organising the Richard Burke this afternoon. It was really\, really very good”\n\n  \nRichard Burke\nResilience Matters – Ireland’s leading specialists in personal and organisational stress \nRichard’s ability to design and deliver his Resilience Mattes & Building Emotional Intelligence courses comes 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 business improvement in large manufacturing companies for almost twenty. His primary remit was on increasing efficiencies\, changing organisational architecture and involving people in the change process. He was a member of the global health and safety team with the toy manufacturer\, Hasbro. Having held management roles in multi-national businesses\, he earned his MBA in 2002. He then qualified as a trainer with the IITD in 2007. He has also lectured in Waterford Institute of Technology\, now SETU\, on their management degree program. \nRichard is a key note speaker every year at conferences in Ireland and the UK. His focus is on the role mental health plays in peoples personal lives and in organisations. 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 specializes in stress\, anxiety\, fear and trauma. \nAs you can see\, 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 this course delivers practical value and why people will never forget the things they learn on the day.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/building-emotional-intelligence-free-webinar-with-richard-burke/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240307T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240124T113722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T163738Z
UID:11097-1709802000-1709827200@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:CHANGEMAKERS CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet ready to be inspired at Changemakers 2024\, where thought-leaders\, visionaries and like-minded people will come together to share ideas and insights on driving change in organisations.  ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet is delighted to support this event for ICBE Member companies only. \n\nDate: 7th March 2024\nLocation: Barberstown Castle Hotel\, Straffan\, Co. Kildare. W23 CX40\nStart/Finish: 9:00AM – 4:00 PM\nEarly Bird Non-Members Cost (until 31 Jan 2024) €350pp – ICBE Members Early Bird Cost €280\nStandard Non-Members Cost: €450 per person – ICBE Members Standard Cost €360\n\n\nICBE Members Registration Link\n  \n(NB : This link brings you to the event website and is exclusive to ICBE Member companies.  In the registration process\, please choose payment method “OFFLINE/OTHER”.  This will generate an invoice to ICBE Advanced Productivity for the full amount and we will invoice your organisation for the subsidised amount) \n  \nAgenda at a Glance \n  \nWelcome & Introductions \n9:00 AM – 9:15 AM \nCreating a Catalyst for Change \n9:15 – 10:00 AM \nUnlocking Change using Creativity \n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nRapid Mass Engagement \n11:00 AM – 12:00 AM \nLunch \n12:00 – 13:00 \nBuilding Capability for the Future – Panel \n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM \nCreating Deep Excellence \n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM \nBuilding your 100 Day Plan \n3:00 PM – 3:45 PM \nThank you & Close \n3:45 PM – 4:00 PM \n  \nMore detailed information available on the event website \n  \nThis event is for Leaders & Decision-Makers who are responsible for inspiring and leading change in their organisations. \n  \nPlanned Outcomes : \n  \nCreate an engaging and fun environment to help delegates build knowledge; experience and new skills. \nSupport delegates understand who they are\, how they communicate and help them improve their leadership skills and ability to drive change \nEnable delegates to drive both personal and organisational change through effective training and coaching methodology \n  \nIn addition to the conference\, each delegate can avail of the following : \n  \nBuild your 100 Day Plan  \nTo help ensure you to make a positive change we will work with you to create your own 100 Day Plan as part of the event. This will be supported by your personal journal to help enable your success. \nSoundwave  \nAs part of the conference you will have the opportunity to complete the Soundwave assessment and the Soundwave 360 assessment (worth €250) – valuable tools to help you understand your communication style. \nCoaching  \nWe will also support every delegate with individual 1:2:1 coaching sessions following the workshop to help you implement your plan
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/changemakers-conference/
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240313T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240313T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240117T193934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T110307Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership in the Future World of Work – Title or Action ? (1-hour webinar)
DESCRIPTION:  \nLeadership in the Future World of Work – Title or Action ? \n10.30am  to 11.30am\nWednesday\, March 13th\n\nwith Eamonn Eaton\, Learning Specialist \nThis hour-long session will include a presentation\, interactive elements and a Questions & Answers section\n\nClick BOOK A PLACE above for this Free webinar & we will send the Teams link prior to the session \n \nIn the new World of Work leaders must be able to lead teams and influence outcomes within and outside the traditional organisational hierarchy. Now that matrix\, remote\, hybrid\, project teams are the norm leaders are faced with increasing complexity within their roles.  Leadership now often sits outside the organisation hierarchy & we must all lead and influence across diverse stakeholders even if we have no direct reports. \nDuring this webinar\, Eamonn will look at the leadership challenges and opportunities we all face as leaders in the swiftly changing and fluid world of work. \nDuring the session\, we will have the opportunity to reflect on where our own leadership presence comes from and how we can individually and collectively contribute as leaders to the future sustained success of our organisations. \nThis webinar is suitable for anyone who leads people\, leads with subject matter expertise\, or is just interested in exploring the topic of leadership. \nThe webinar will cover: \n\nThe Changing Leadership Paradigm\nLeadership Presence\n7 Skills for Tomorrows Leaders\nThe Hybrid/Remote work leadership challenge\n10 Leadership skills in demand for the Future of Work\n\n  \nEamonn Eaton is an Executive Coach and Learning Specialist with a passion for helping people maximise their talents and be their best in everything they do. \nAs a Learning & Development professional\, he has over 25 years’ experience designing\, developing and delivering learning & development interventions aligned to business and individual learning objectives withing the financial services sector and as a L&D Consultant. \nEamonn’s coaching experience includes graduate onboarding\, career choices\, navigating career change and transitions\, senior leadership position interview preparation and executive coaching. \nOutside work\, Eamonn is a keen swimmer and cyclist with an interest in music and the arts.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/leadership-in-the-future-world-of-work-title-or-action-1-hour-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Webinar
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240326T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240326T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240208T150259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T144352Z
UID:11208-1711458000-1711459800@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:ICBE Lunchtime Webinar -  Data Analytics For Everyone: How to Use Data to Enhance Your Role
DESCRIPTION:Data Analytics For Everyone: How to Use Data to Enhance Your Role \nwith Helen and Dave Clarke\, Clarke Analytics \nTuesday\, March 26th @ 1pm30 minutes + Q&A To register for this free webinar\, click the BOOK A PLACE button aboveWe will forward the link prior to March 26th \n  \n\nEvery company is now a data company\nData analytics allows us to harness the power of data – enabling better decision-making – leading to better outcomes\nThis webinar discusses why it is important to be part of your companies’ data conversations – have your voice heard and expertise count\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?People with an interest in the data\, analytics and AI landscape – who are curious to see how they can use data in their role What You Will LearnAs companies double down on their data and analytics investments\, you will learn the importance of being able to communicate using data + that it is accessible and can be understandable – even if you are not a data scientist/analyst (nor want to be) \n  \nDave Clarke – Clarke Analytics CEO30 Year Data Technology Professional. Wide experience from solution architecture\, data infrastructures\, data analytics and AI technologies\, project\, program and people management Helen Clarke – Clarke Analytics COO12 years experience in the technology industry (telecoms and analytics professional services). Key experience in customer service\, compliance\, research and business development.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-lunchtime-webinar-data-analytics-for-everyone-how-to-use-data-to-enhance-your-role/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Webinar
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240403T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20230328T085414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T105058Z
UID:9068-1712167200-1719435600@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Aircraft Lease Transition Project and Data Management (L7\, 10 ECTS)
DESCRIPTION:Aircraft Lease Transition Project and Data Management (L7\, 10 ECTS)\nStart Date:  April 3rd\, 2024 |10 weeks\nFunded Cost:  €1\,125\nOverview\nThe aim of this course is to familiarise students with Aircraft Lease Transition Project and Data Management and enable them with the knowledge of how to develop a plan which will effectively manage the aircraft technical data during the transition phase. Successful students will be able to examine project details and evaluate information\, presenting it for dissemination by technical teams during the process and be able to generate information and propose solutions to manage client obligations and expectations during negotiations. \n  \nWhat are the entry requirements?\nA Level 6 qualification in aircraft maintenance\, an aviation qualification at Level 6 or above or with extensive experience in the aircraft maintenance industry. \nENGLISH 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. \n  \nWhat modules will I study?\n\nPrinciples of Project Management\nSoftware Platforms 1\nSoftware Platforms 2\nLease Transition Time Management\nAircraft Technical Information Evaluation\nTechnical Information Presentation\nAircraft Technical Data Analysis\nGroup Work – Practical\nLease Consultant / Client Communication and Management\nTransition Project Case Study\n\nDelivery \n10 weeks\, 3 hours per week. \n6.00pm to 9.00pm \nCommencing April 3rd\, 2024 \nWhat will the time commitment be? \nEach 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. \nYou should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due. \nAssessment\n100% Continuous Assessment \nQualification\nCertificate in Aircraft Lease Transition Project and Data Management  (Special Purpose Award\, Level 7\, 10 Credits) \nFor queries relating to the course content\nContact: Jane Magill\, Atlantic Air Adventure Park Co LtdTel: 061 363687 / 087 2037487 \nBook online at the Flexible Learning Website:\nhttps://tus.ie/courses/certificate-aircraft-lease-transition-project-and-data-management/ \nThis 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. \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/certificate-in-continued-airworthiness-management-organisation-level-7-3-copy-copy-2-copy/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240404T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240304T164905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T085404Z
UID:11343-1712221200-1712235600@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:BUILDING A HIGH PERFORMANCE CULTURE with leading performance psychologist Caroline Currid
DESCRIPTION:TO BOOK YOUR PLACE\, VISIT EVENTBRITE \n \nAs a leading Performance Psychologist\, Caroline Currid is creating a legacy\nby enabling elite sports and business people to achieve unprecedented results\nCombined with her common-sense approach & psychological insight\, Caroline has achieved ground breaking results working across a range of\nindustries globally including Pharmaceutical\, Energy\, Aviation\, Engineering\, Technology\, Medical Devices\, Financial\, Health Care & Recruitment.\nHer results within the sporting domain have also set her apart from others in her field of expertise and she has become\none of the most sought after in the field of Performance Psychology.\n  \nTO BOOK YOUR PLACE\, VISIT EVENTBRITE \nAGENDA:\n9:00am – 9:30am        Tea/coffee & pastries + Networking\n9:30am – 9:45am         Welcome & Introductions\n9:45am – 11:15am       Building A High Performance Culture with Caroline Currid\n11:15am – 12pm          Q&A\n12pm – 1pm                Light lunch + Networking\n  \nWHY SHOULD I ATTEND? \n\nLearn about the High Performing fundamentals that apply to both elite sports and business – the basis for cultivating high performing leaders and their teams\nOperating in a high pressure environment? Learn how to manage stress and uncertainty while maximising performance\nLearn how to thrive and achieve success at both a personal and organisational level\n\n  \n“Caroline was absolutely outstanding.  Her talk was so well prepared and tailored to the crowd.  Each and every person who attended spoke about how relatable and intelligent her presentation was.  I can see why she is at the top of her field.  I think the team felt the points and guidance that Caroline gave them will help them reach success in work and also in life outside work. \n  \nSome of the sports teams & individuals Caroline has worked with include: \n\nRugby Lions Captain\, Paul O’Connell\nGold medal-winning members of the Kenyan Olympic team\nAll Ireland Football Championship winners Tyrone (2008) Dublin (2010 & 2011)\nAll Ireland Hurling Championship winners Limerick (2018\, 2020\, 2021\, 2022 & 2023)\nCeltic FC\nMunster Rugby\n\n  \nWHO IS THIS HIGH PERFORMANCE SESSION FOR? \n\nThis is a high impact session with transformative insights. It is an experience that will challenge you to take action and see results.\n\n  \n\nThis session is specifically designed for people in business & sport who operate in the challenging realm of decision-making. Recognising the immense pressure they face; the session addresses key challenges such as managing stress and uncertainty\, cultivating high-performing teams\, and implementing strategies for selfcare.\n\n  \n\nAdditionally\, the session focuses on removing self-imposed limitations\, maintaining high standards\, and building a robust support network. By addressing these critical aspects\, the session aims to empower leaders with the skills and insights needed to thrive in their roles and foster both personal and organisational success.\n\n  \nThe North-East Lean Network is an industry-led network that focuses on best practices and cutting-edge developments in Lean enterprise\, operational\, and process excellence; lean thinking and practices; and continuous improvement. \n  \nThe West & North West Lean Network is an industry led business network linked with 3rd level Academic Institutions\, IDA\, Enterprise Ireland\, Local Enterprise Office and Chambers of Commerce. \nOur Mission is to promote Lean methodologies across all sectors and to share ideas that foster competitiveness for success. \nEach year we develop a calendar of events\, a mix of seminars and best practice visits to companies within and outside the region. \n  \nThe Irish Centre for Business Excellence (ICBE) is Ireland’s leading knowledge sharing network for Business Excellence.  At ICBE we bring global best practice in business excellence to our members\, provide insight into what they need to be doing next and support them in their journey.  Our network comprises Ireland’s leading companies\, across sectors\, who are aligned with our ethos of knowledge sharing. \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/navigating-a-path-to-high-performance-with-caroline-currid/
LOCATION:ATU Sligo\, ATU Sligo\, Ash Lane Ballytivnan\, Sligo\, F91 YW50\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T095043Z
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SUMMARY:IMI Essential Skills of Management (Cork)
DESCRIPTION:The Essential Skills of Management programme is one of the IMI’s most popular executive development programmes \n\n6 Days: 18th – 19th April \, 16th – 17th May and 13th – 14th June\, 9.00am – 5.00pm each day\nAll 6 days in person at IMI training facilities\, Lapps Quay\, Cork\n\nCost = €1\,500 per personSubstantial Skillnet funding applied \nContact grainne@icbe.ie to book your place\nThis highly interactive six-day programme is designed to enhance your existing management skills.We will help you develop new competencies within a framework of identified essential skills.\nIt is comprised of 6 full days divided into 3 modules of 2 consecutive days each:\n\nExcel: Learn a variety of management tools and techniques\,\nPerform: Discover how to design strategies for increased employee performance and\nDeliver: Find out how to foster an environment of creativity and innovation.\n\n  \nWHO IS THE COURSE FOR?This programme is ideal for developing managers who have 6 months or more experience and who would like to enhance their key management skills. \nLEARNING OUTCOMES\nModule 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 \n  \nSchedule\nModule 1 (2 days): 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 (2 days): 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 (2 days): 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 \n  \nTrainer Profile\nDymphna Ormonde has spent the past 12 years as an executive coach and trainer across both the public and private sectors designing and delivering training and coaching programmes at all levels in organisations including business owners and management teams and has built a reputation for developing and delivering training that engages\, challenges and stimulates the thinking of participants to bring about change in behaviours. In addition to coaching and training\, Dymphna has lectured on Leadership and Change\, Human Resource Development and Communications in Organisations in the J.E. Cairnes School of Business\, NUI\, Galway and on Front Line Management for the National College of Ireland. Dymphna was awarded a diploma in Life and Business Coaching\, accredited by the European Coach Institute.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/imi-essential-skills-of-management-cork/
LOCATION:IMI Cork\, 1 Lapps Quay\, Cork\, Cork\, T12 VF82\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240418T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240418T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240130T120749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T151509Z
UID:11129-1713447000-1713457800@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Benchmarking Visit to Coca-Cola Ballina Beverages
DESCRIPTION:Digitisation and Automation for Manufacturing\nIn collaboration with the North West Lean Forum\n  \nAgenda| \nPlease arrive at 1.15pm for 1.30 prompt start. \nOverview – Coca-Cola Ballina Digital Transformation Journey \nTour \nDebrief and Q&A \nNumbers attending site visits are limited and members are registered on a first come first serve basis. \nThis event is fully booked
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/benchmarking-visit-to-coca-cola-ballina-beverages/
CATEGORIES:Benchmarking Visits,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,Site Visits
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240220T130835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T132404Z
UID:11280-1713952800-1713956400@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:ICBE Knowledge Session:  High Performing Teams | The Victory Conditions
DESCRIPTION:  \nHigh Performing Teams | The Victory Conditions \nWednesday\, April 24th / Starts at 10am45 mins + 15 mins Q&ATo register\, click BOOK A PLACE aboveWe will forward the Zoom link prior to the 24th  In this webinar\, we will explore the fundamental elements of high-performing teams. \nEmphasis will be placed on the pivotal role of psychological safety in empowering team members\, underscored by the significance of trust\, expectation\, and recognition in the context of high-performance. \nAttendees will be invited to engage in further discussions on cultivating high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation during a Q&A session. \n  \nWho should attend? Learning & Development Managers\, HR Directors\, Leaders of people development looking to enhance team and organisational effectiveness\, in organisations of 150+ employees. \n  \nTimothy Mulholland – Organisational Development Consultant | OMT GlobalWith over 20 years’ practical management and leadership experience in Ireland and abroad\, Tim has held various leadership roles across a wide range of industries – in particular; technology\, finance\, and professional services. Having managed high-performance teams large\, small\, local\, and global\, Tim comes with a demonstrated history of enabling high performance through the delivery of individual\, team\, and organisational initiatives. Having qualified as an industrial psychologist and psychometric practitioner\, Tim extracts both qualitative and quantitative\, evidence-based data to help understand\, inform\, and deliver on all initiatives. \n  \nOMT Global  \nAt OMT\, we believe when passion and purpose combine\, great things can happen. \nWe are strong believers in lifelong learning and development\, staying curious and developing the mindsets\, skill sets and toolkits of your people to drive your business forward. \nWe are dedicated to creating world-class leaders and managers\, developing nurturing work cultures\, truly aligning strategy and enhancing the overall employee and customer experience. \nwww.omtglobal.com
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-knowledge-session-high-performing-teams-the-victory-conditions/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240425T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240409T095552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T114320Z
UID:11726-1714057200-1714059000@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:ICBE Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme - An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:ICBE Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme – An Introduction \nApril 25th\,  3- 3.30pm \nWith Victor del Rosal\, UCD Professional Academy \nThis free webinar will give participants an introduction to our new ICBE Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme\, which begins on May 1st\, 2024. For further information on the programme Click on the link \nThis webinar will include: \n\nBrief introduction on what AI is.\nInformation on Gen AI and benefits\nOverview of the ICBE Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme\nQ+A\n\nTo register for this free webinar\, click BOOK A PLACE above \nWe will forward the Zoom link prior to the 25th \n  \nVictor del Rosal\, UCD Professional Academy \n \nAI Educator and Pioneer \n Lecturer\, Masters in AI for Business\, National College of Ireland\, Dublin \nFounder & Chief Prompt Engineer\, Fiveinnolabs\, AI innovation consultancy \nBook author: “Disruption: Emerging Technologies and the Future of Work” \nHead of Business Analysis for High Tech & Telecom at the Tata Consultancy Services Supply Chain Center of Excellence \nDirector of Strategy and Business Development for Irish cloud services provider CloudStrong
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-artificial-intelligence-executive-programme-an-introduction/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240509T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240509T093130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T063025Z
UID:11962-1715241600-1734714000@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Diversity and Inclusion  Demystified - A Common Sense Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Diversity and Inclusion Demystified – A Common Sense Workshop\nDates:  Available on request as in-company virtual session\nFunded Cost: €1\,080 (up to 8 participants)\nDuration: 2 hrs\n\nHelping busy leaders deliver on D&I for ESG\nThis 2 hour session presented by Pippa Halley\, founder of Culture Smart\,  is designed to help busy or overwhelmed leaders and managers clearly understand the steps needed to make progress on D&I\, without spending a fortune\, or adding complex ‘to dos’ to an already busy workload. \nIt is suitable for organisations that want to build a meaningful D&I programme (and report on it!) as part of ESG activity. \nThis workshop will help you assess where you’re at\, figure out next steps and make a plan that works for your business and people. Importantly\, you’ll gain top tips for communicating your D&I story straight away so your people will start to see and experience D&I as a priority. \nWho should attend \nGroups of leaders/managers/employees who need to get moving on Diversity and Inclusion planning and delivery. Specifically useful for organisations who want to report on and demonstrate intent and progress around ESG/CSRD reporting. \nLearning outcomes \n\nSimple explanation of what you need to do to respond to ESG/CSRD specifically around diversity and inclusive culture.\nA clear understanding of what to consider in a D&I plan\nThe ability to assess where you are and decide on the steps that make sense for your organisation.\nDetail about how diversity and inclusive culture is measured\, how you can utilise data or insights you might already have – and how you can get the information you need depending on resources\, capacity and urgency.\nClarity on different D&I topics so you can make informed decisions about the training or knowledge building you should invest in right now – or in the future.\nTips to effectively elevate your D&I messaging and communications from leadership and at all levels\, making it BAU so people see and experience it as a priority.\n\n  \n \nAbout Pippa Halley \nPippa Halley is the founder of Culture Smart. She is a workplace culture expert\, D&I specialist\, and communications leader with 17+ years of experience. Pippa takes a practical approach to working with clients. She helps busy leaders cut through the culture and D&I noise\, providing them with clear steps that make sense for each unique situation. \nContact maeve@icbe.ie to request dates\n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/diversity-and-inclusion-demystified-a-common-sense-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Proposed Courses
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240430T145152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T145316Z
UID:11918-1715677200-1715792400@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Shingo Workshop – Cultural Enablers
DESCRIPTION:Registration :  Shingo Cultural Enablers @ Ipsen – directly with SA Partners NB please include ICBE initials in your company name field \n \nShingo Workshop – Cultural Enablers  \n  \nDate: 14th & 15th May\, 2024 \n  \nLocation: Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland Limited \nAddress :  Blanchardstown Industrial Park\, Snugborough Rd\, Blanchardstown\, Dublin \n  \nCost: Non-Member Rate – €1400 / Member Rate – €700 \nFunding Support is through a new EU Fund from Skillnet Ireland via ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet \n  \n \nThis two-day workshop integrates classroom and on-site experiences at a host facility to build upon the knowledge and experience gained from the DISCOVER EXCELLENCE and SYSTEMS DESIGN* workshops. It takes you deeper into the Shingo Model™ by focusing on the principles identified in the Cultural Enablers dimension of the Shingo Guiding Principles: \n\nRespect Every Individual\nLead with Humility\n\nCultural Enablers principles make it possible for people in an organization to engage in the transformation journey\, progress in their understanding\, and build a culture of organizational excellence. Organizational excellence cannot be achieved through top-down directives or piecemeal implementation of tools. It requires a widespread organizational commitment. The CULTURAL ENABLERS workshop will help you define ideal behaviours and the systems that drive them by using behavioural benchmarks. \n  \n*DISCOVER EXCELLENCE and SYSTEMS DESIGN are prerequisites to this workshop. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout Ipsen Manufacturing \n \nIpsen has been in Ireland for over 30 years and its Dublin manufacturing facility produces the active ingredients for two of the company’s oncology treatments.  Ipsen has been present in Ireland since 1989\, pioneering innovation across manufacturing\, research and development (R&D) and commercial activities at its site in Blanchardstown\, Dublin. Ipsen Ireland employs approximately 190 staff in Ireland including a team of over 20 chemists and analysts in the R&D team who focus on the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Since 2005\, the R&D team in Dublin has expanded from two people to over 20 today. The group is part of the broader pharmaceutical development group and aiming to realise the company’s ambition of launching one NME (new molecular entity) or meaningful indication per year. \n  \n  \nCourse Facilitator : SA Partners \n \n  \nAt SA Partners Ireland we help businesses in all sectors achieve excellence. We do this by working with organisations and designing transformational change to match their ambitions and surpass their expectations. \nWe deliver our brand promise of Together\, the power to improve by defining what success looks like and then co-creating the appropriate systems\, skills and culture to deliver it. \nWhat we do is focus on the needs of the customer\, develop organisational purpose\, align its processes\, engage its people and create sustainable improvement \nThe Irish business environment is unique and its unique position provides unprecedented opportunities for organisations. \nWe have significant expertise in helping leaders and organisations unlock potential and deliver improvements. S A Partners – Business Process Improvement
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/shingo-workshop-cultural-enablers/
LOCATION:Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland Ltd\, Blanchardstown Industrial Park\, Snughborough Road Blanchardstown\, Dublin
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240222T104134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T142959Z
UID:11300-1715848200-1715869800@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Journey to Enterprise Excellence 7
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 16th May 20248.30am – 2.30pm \nRegister to book your place\nEventbrite link Journey to Enterprise Excellence\nLink to Agenda\n  \nOn the 16th May 2024 the 7th Journey to Enterprise Excellence Lean Sigma& Digitalisation Conference Conversation will take place in the University ofLimerick in partnership with the Irish Centre for Business Excellence. Ireland has been very successful at implementing Operational and BusinessExcellence models and methodologies. This year’s event will be a conversationon how this vast experience can be utilised to strengthen our competitiveadvantage in the face of employment\, sustainability and technologychallenges. The audience driven panel discussions will feature national and internationalindustry practitioners and subject matter experts. This is your opportunityto ask questions and have them share their advice and guidance for Leanand Six Sigma implementation over the next 20+years. We look forward to you joining us at the University of Limerick\, withEurope’s leading Lean research and educational programmes\, to developyour organisation’s journey to enterprise excellence \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/journey-to-enterprise-excellence-7/
LOCATION:Analog Devices Building\, UL\, University of Limerick Main Campus\, Limerick\, V94 T9PX
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240516T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240516T141500
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240423T140315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T101826Z
UID:11857-1715865300-1715868900@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:AI and HR – Harnessing AI for Business Transformation | Free 1 Hour Webinar
DESCRIPTION:AI and HR – Harnessing AI for Business Transformation – Free 1 Hour Webinar\nThursday 16th May\, 1.15 to 2.15pm\nTo book your place on this free event click here.  \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWe are delighted to welcome Author Mark Kelly to present our lunchtime webinar AI and HR – Harnessing AI for Business Transformation. \nMark is a leading figure in artificial intelligence (AI)\, celebrated for his TEDx talks and books like “AI Unleashed” and “AI Essentials.” As the founder of AI Ireland and a pioneer in AI staffing\, he has shaped AI adoption strategies globally. Drawing on insights from over 500 AI applications and conversations with 600+ AI experts\, Mark offers practical solutions for digital transformation across sectors. \nHis work\, recognised in major publications and worldwide\, demystifies AI and highlights its potential to transform businesses and customer experiences\, marking him as a key innovator and leader in the AI revolution. https://www.linkedin.com/in/markkellyalldus/ \nTo book your place on this free event click here.   Please share with relevant colleagues. \nThis webinar will include: \n\nA comprehensive overview of the current state of the AI market.\nDiscussion on readily available off-the-shelf AI tools and an independent perspective on their application within HR to enhance performance.\nAn analysis of the implications of the EU AI Act for HR practices.\n\n  \nSupported by Aviation Skillnet
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/ai-and-hr-harnessing-ai-for-business-transformation-free-1-hour-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240520T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20230519T122347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T143125Z
UID:9443-1716192000-1735664400@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion – Half Day Course | Available as in-company programme
DESCRIPTION:  \nEquality\, Diversity and Inclusion – Half Day Course \nTraining Provider: DCM Learning  \nDates: On request  \nFunded Cost with 20% funding applied:  €396 for a virtual session (on-site option also available \, contact us for details) \n  \nOverview  \nThis Half Day course has been designed to help learners reflect on their attitudes and behaviour in a dynamic and thought-provoking way while working in a diverse environment\, The aim of the course is to help learners communicate more effectively and break down barriers by having a greater understanding of their differences. \nLearners will understand why inclusion is so important and how they can revamp their communication skills through language in order to create an environment where everyone feels included\, valued and comfortable. By the end of this session\, learners will understand what equality\, diversity and inclusion is\, and be able to self-assess their own hidden biases and prejudices. \n  \nBy the end of the course each learner will be able to:  \n\nUnderstand what equality and diversity is\nKnow what is respectful and disrespectful behaviour\nUnderstand what unconscious bias is and how it operates in both individuals and organisations\nUnderstand gender stereotyping\, perceptions\, assumptions\, attitudes and prejudices and how these can operate outside of our conscious awareness\n\nTOPICS COVERED  \n\nEquality cornerstones – knowledge; acceptance; understanding; behaviour;\nUsing appropriate language – a shared language\nEncouraging and embracing diversity & inclusion\nIdentifying and understanding the differences in culture\n\nAbout the training provider:  \nFor over a decade\, DCM Learning has been improving individual and business performance in Ireland and the UK. At their core\, they believe people learn best by doing.   They design fun\, powerful experiences that have a profound and lasting impact on people and their careers\, inspiring new ways of thinking\, building critical capabilities and unleashing business success.  DCM  have a strong culture of working in long-term relationships with their clients.   They strongly believe that their client relationships are partnerships and that is the best way for their clients to get the best results.  https://dcmlearning.ie/ \nFor more information on this courses \, and other Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion funded Training\, or to request dates please email maeve@icbe.ie  \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/equality-diversity-and-inclusion-half-day-course-available-as-in-company-programme/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240521T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240429T083404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T083012Z
UID:11901-1716292800-1716294600@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Microsoft Copilot and PowerPoint
DESCRIPTION:Microsoft 365 Copilot AI is transforming the way we work and the way PowerPoint presentations can be made\, delivered and work with other Microsoft 365 applications. This AI-powered assistant seamlessly integrates with Microsoft 365\, offering a suite of features designed to streamline the creation process\, boost productivity\, and elevate the overall impact of your slides. \n  \nWho’s the training for – This is for people who are assessing Copilot’s capabilities with a view to implementing\, and those who have Copilot and are unsure of how to start using it. \n  \nWhy should you do it – Copilot with PowerPoint is a great introduction to Microsoft’s AI software. Learn about the different Copilot licensing options. Learn how to increase productivity and create PowerPoint presentations quickly. \n  \nLearning outcomes – be confident using Copilot and understand its capabilities and limitations. \n  \n\nUnderstand the different licences for Copilot\nGetting started with Copilot in PowerPoint\nBasic Copilot prompts in PowerPoint\n\n  \nTrainer: FIONA WALSH – Empower Presentations \nPowerPoint Trainer | Microsoft Master Trainer | Presentation Guild Board Member | All Ireland Business All-Star Accredited \nFiona\, a certified Microsoft PowerPoint trainer\, is on a mission to banish Death by PowerPoint. \nWith 25 years in corporate\, she has seen her fair share of bad slides. As an IT Manager/Trainer\, she became the primary go-to person for help with anything PowerPoint related. \nShe set up her business in 2020 to provide bespoke PowerPoint training to companies. She loves it when a client gets an ‘aha’ moment as they realise there’s a more innovative way to do something\, and it will save them time!
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/how-to-use-microsoft-365-copilot-to-create-more-impactful-powerpoint-presentations/
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240522T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240417T163546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T075539Z
UID:11823-1716370200-1716899400@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Advanced Negotiation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Negotiation Skills\nDates: May 22nd and 28th  (presented over 2 x half days via Zoom)\nFunded programme cost is €195 per person | Email maeve@icbe.ie to secure your place(s)\n  \nProgramme Overview \nSession 1  ( 9.30am to 12.30pm) \n\nBefore the Deal\nEssential negotiation skills overview – service/product knowledge\, active listening\, empathy\, marketing psychology\, adaptability\, storytelling\nRelationship management\,  Communication and influencing\nProspecting\nDuring the Negotiation\nEmotional intelligence\nThe 7Ps of negotiation\,\nBATNA and other negotiation techniques\n\n Session 2  (9.30am to 12.30pm) \n\nClosing the Deal\nValue and win-win is key\nInfluencing and Negotiation closing techniques\nAfter the Deal\nFollow up\nReview processes  and continue to build relationship\nMemorialise the deal\n\n Learning Outcomes include;  \n\nUnderstanding and applying essential negotiation skills\nMaximising relationship management\nOptimising communication and influencing for successful outcomes in negotiation\nLearning how to effectively close deals\n\n  \nSales Director – Naturalife – “Simon’s negotiation training went down a storm and the team’s feedback was extremely positive and that they have taken lots of learnings that they will put into practice” 2024 \n  \nL&D Manager – Aviation Finance co  – “Many thanks to Simon for an excellent and impactful negotiation training program” 2024 \n  \nMarshall Goldsmith – World no. 1 Leadership Thinker – US – “Simon gives us a rich & thoroughly comprehensible framework for closing deals in business” \n  \n \nSimon Haigh – MBA\, BA (Hons) LawSimon is a highly acclaimed business\, leadership\, brand & personal growth strategist & transformational thought leader. Simon is a globally acknowledged expert in negotiation & dealmaking\, a certified leadership\, executive & life coach\, mentor\, consultant\, advisor\,  CPD Accredited trainer\, facilitator\, certified mediator\, adjunct lecturer\, keynote speaker\, media host\, board/business advisor\, lawyer & 5-star Amazon author. \nEmail:  maeve@icbe.ie  to secure your place(s)
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/advanced-negotiation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240426T130354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T194509Z
UID:11890-1716422400-1716508799@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:ICBE (AI)Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme
DESCRIPTION:ICBE (AI)Artificial Intelligence Executive Programme\nDelivered by UCD Professional Academy \nStarting May 23rd\, 2024 \n 9 hours over 2 days \nOnline workshops – live and recorded \nFee: €950 \n  \n  \n  \nProgramme Objectives \nThis highly interactive and practical programme will give a foundational understanding of AI types\, focusing on unique mechanisms and potential of AI\, learning from real world applications. \nDevelop a clear actionable plan for integrating Gen AI into workflows. \n  \nProgramme Outline \nMay 23rd 2024 \n10:00 – 13:00 – Session 1 – Part 1 (2.5 hours) \nBreak for lunch 13:00-14:00 \n14.00 -16.00 – Session 1 – Part 2 (2.5 hours) \nMay 30th  2024 \n10.00 – 13.00 – Session 2 \n  \nMay 23rd\,2024 \nSession 1 – Part 1 – 10:00 – 13:00 \n Understanding Generative AI \n  \nGain a foundational understanding of AI types\, focusing on the unique mechanisms and \npotential of Generative AI within industrial applications \n  \nRecognise how Generative AI serves as a catalyst for innovation and advanced problem- \nsolving in business contexts. \n  \nLearning from Real-World Applications and Mistakes \nIdentify and analyse industry-specific case studies demonstrating the successful application \nof Generative AI to enhance business outcomes. \n  \nLearn from best practices and notable failures to navigate common pitfalls and understand \nthe factors leading to both success and setbacks. \n  \nSession 1 – Part 2 – 14.00 -16.00 \n  \nGenerative AI Tools and Techniques: Road to Mastery \nApply Generative AI tools across various industry scenarios (including manufacturing)\, \nfrom process optimisation to customer engagement. \n  \nIntroduce team assignment – Team Assignment (‘develop a clear actionable plan based on \nyour learnings’) \n  \nBreakout room interactions for each group. \n  \nExplore practical Generative AI tools and platforms\, along with their technical \nrequirements. \n  \nExperimentation in the genAI Industry Simulator \n  \nExperience with prompt engineering through individual exercises in an interactive\, hands- \non session\, reinforcing their understanding of the technology’s capabilities. \n  \nDevise the most creative and practical use of Generative AI solutions to realistic industry \nproblems as part of the genAI Industry Simulator (working in groups of 3-4 people). \n  \nMay 30th\, 2024 \n  \nSession 2 – 10.00 – 13.00 \n  \n  \nRealising Benefits and Effectively Managing Change \n  \nReflect on lessons learned and practical use during the previous week \n  \nIdentify the strategic advantages and potential ROI of Generative AI \n  \nCreating an Actionable Generative AI Implementation Plan \n  \nUnderstand the principles of change management and the role of sponsorship in \nsuccessfully adopting new technologies \n  \n  \n Who should attend the programme?  \n  \nThis programme is for any individual who wishes to get an understanding on AI its benefits and challenges in an organisational context. \n  \nThe small class size will allow for lots of interaction. \n  \n  \nVictor del Rosal\, UCD Professional Academy \n  \n  \n\nAI Educator and Pioneer\nLecturer\, Masters in AI for Business\, National College of Ireland\, Dublin\nFounder & Chief Prompt Engineer\, Fiveinnolabs\, AI innovation consultancy\nBook author: “Disruption: Emerging Technologies and the Future of Work”\nHead of Business Analysis for High Tech & Telecom at the Tata Consultancy Services Supply Chain Center of Excellence\nDirector of Strategy and Business Development for Irish cloud services provider CloudStrong
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-aiartificial-intelligence-executive-programme/
LOCATION:Online session
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240528T170000
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UID:11847-1716883200-1716915600@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Shingo Workshop – Discover Excellence
DESCRIPTION:  \nCost: Non-Member Rate – €1400 / Member Rate – €700 \n  \nFunding Support is through a new EU Fund from Skillnet Ireland via ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet \n  \nDISCOVER EXCELLENCE is the gateway to the other five workshops in the series. This foundational\, two-day workshop introduces the Shingo Model™\, the Shingo Guiding Principles\, and the Three Insights of Organizational Excellence™. With active discussions and on-site learning at a host organization\, this program is a highly interactive experience. It is designed to make your learning meaningful and immediately applicable as you discover how to release the latent potential in an organization to achieve organizational excellence. It provides the basic understanding needed in all Shingo workshops; therefore\, it is a prerequisite to all the other workshops. \nAs a participant\, you will: \n \n\nLearn and understand the Shingo Model.\nDiscover the Three Insights of Organizational Excellence.\nExplore how the Shingo Guiding Principles inform the ideal behaviors that lead to sustainable results.\nUnderstand the behavioral assessment process through an interactive case study and on-site learning.\n\nAbout Freudenberg Medical : \n \n\nFreudenberg Medical (formerly VistaMed) has become a leading extrusion and catheter provider to the medical device industry. All manufacturing is carried out in cleanroom conditions in order to meet the ISO standards of the medical device industry.  We pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions to complex medical device challenges.\n“The Lean Enterprise” is a principle that Freudenberg Medical applies to every business practice across all 11 facilities worldwide. We adhere to a proprietary process called “GROWTTH®”.  GROWTTH® stands for “Get Rid of Waste Through Team Harmony.”\n\nWe started our lean journey 15 years ago\, focusing on one piece flow\, segmentation and problem solving \n\nWe have a keen interest in the Shingo model and learning where we can improve. We are excited to host our first Shingo workshop in May and welcome commentary and feedback from the attendees.\n\n  \nCourse Facilitator Eilish Henry \nEilish is Director of SISU Europe. She was the first Shingo coach and facilitator appointed in Europe. She is experienced in business delivery\, organisational change\, in particular culture change\, including both design and implementation\, and also program management across a wide range of sectors including manufacturing\, healthcare and central government. She is also an experienced Shingo Examiner and brings to the workshops a wealth of knowledge and practical experience of leading change \n \nwww.sisucg.com
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/shingo-workshop-discover-excellence/
LOCATION:Freudenbery Medical (formerly Vistamed)\, Carrick-On-Shannon Tech Park\, Co Leitrim\, N41 N8C9
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
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SUMMARY:Lean Business Ireland Enterprise Excellence Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\n\n\nLean Business Ireland Annual\n  \nEnterprise Excellence Conference 2024 \n  \nClick on link to book \n  \nTo globally position Ireland as the recognised leader in Enterprise Excellence\n\n\n \n\n\nOn Wednesday the 29th of May 2024\, the Lean Business Ireland Annual Enterprise Excellence Conference 2024 – Europe’s leading Lean & CI event – will be held at the Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium Cork\, in collaboration with the South West Lean Forum.Lean Leaders from industry openly discussing:Transformation\, Leadership & People in Dell Technologies.Lean methodology in hotel sector by leveraging data analytics.Lean methodologies in Enterprise Sales Processes.Optimising CPA Ireland’s Quality Assurance through the adoption of Lean thinking.Team engagement\, achieve buy-in & develop an action plan in one meeting.\nPEAK Work & Capability Development \nLean Waste Number 8. \nUsing Lean as a means towards Engaging Disengaged Employees. \nUsing the Toyota way to drive Sustainability. \nDriving Climate Action using Lean practices. \nInform Nutrition Lean Journey. \nIntroducing the Basics of Green Sustainability in Lean.The Boston Scientific Cork Story. \nPurpose\, Process\, People & Performance. \n  \nAgenda \n  \nJoin the LEAN BUSINESS IRELAND community in welcoming over 500 Lean Leaders from industry\, academia\, public sector and international organisations\, who will attend the Páirc Uí Chaoimh on the 29th May 2029.
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/lean-business-ireland-enterprise-excellence-conference/
LOCATION:Pairc Ui Chaoimh Stadium Cork
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240605T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240312T160500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T131723Z
UID:11462-1717587000-1717599600@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:The Role of Continuous Improvement in HR Transformation
DESCRIPTION:“Deliver\, Scale\, Transform”\nContinuous Improvement and HR Transformation at LinkedIn\nIncluding Case Study from LinkedIn Global \nClick here to register \n \n  \nAGENDA\n11am Registration and Refreshments\n11.30-11.35: Welcome: Professor Anne Keegan\, Head\, HRM and Employment Relations Subject Area\, UCD \n11.35-12.20: The Adoption of Continuous Improvement in HR Transformation at LinkedIn\nAmanda Phillips\, Senior HR Director\nHermann Mullers\, Director of HR Process Excellence\nRachel Wootton\, Senior Manager\, Global HR Operations\n12.20-1.00: The Adoption of Continuous Improvement in HR Transformation: Enablers and Challenges\nDr Maria Belizon\, ICADE\, Universidad Pontificia Comillas\nDr Linda Dowling-Hetherington\, UCD College of Business\n1.00: Light Lunch \n1.45-2.50: Panel Discussion with Senior HR leaders\nAmanda Philipps\, Senior HR Director\, LinkedIn\nSarah White\, Director of People\, eBay\nCahir O’Leary\, Human Resources Leader\, Johnson & Johnson MedTech\nClaire O’Reilly\, Head of Strategic HRM\, Department of Agriculture\, Food and the Marine\n2.50-3pm: Concluding remarks
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/the-role-of-continuous-improvement-in-hr-transformation/
LOCATION:UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School (Lecture Theatre 1)\, Carysfort Avenue\, Blackrock\, Dublin\, A94 XF34\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240612T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240612T090809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T112933Z
UID:12096-1718179200-1721322000@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Working Smart Public Courses
DESCRIPTION:Working Smart Public Courses\n\n  \nA recent study carried out has shown that Ireland ranks lowest against eight comparator companies in Europe when it comes to productivity (ref Nevin Economic Research Institute NERI).  \n Summer months provide a great opportunity for your team to build and hone their skills to increase their productivity and personal effectiveness.    Please see following\, details of some courses available from Priority Management  during June and July.   20% funding is available for this training\, and the courses are also available to run in-house on request \nhttps://prioritymanagementtraining.ie/public-courses/. \n 20% Aviation Skillnet available  – contact us for pricing and group rates  \n  \n \n  \nFor more information on these or other courses from Priority Management\, contact Claudia Livarskaya clivarskaya@prioritymanagementtraining.ie. \nFor details on funding contact maeve@icbe.ie . \n  \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/working-smart-public-courses/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Proposed Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240612T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240312T142455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T135825Z
UID:11441-1718182800-1718197200@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:ICBE Benchmarking Visit | Bausch & Lomb Waterford
DESCRIPTION:CI and Automation\nICBE Members only event\nFull information to follow \nNumbers attending site visits are limited and members are registered on a first come first serve basis. Limited to 2 people per ICBE Members \nFully booked \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-benchmarking-visit-bausch-lomb-waterford/
LOCATION:Bausch & Lomb\, 424/425\, Cork Road Industrial Estate\, Cork Rd\, Ballynaneashagh\, Waterford\, Waterford
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240613T111500
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240531T134901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T145520Z
UID:12052-1718272800-1718277300@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Knowledge-Sharing Forum - Operations Training Structure: ICBE Members Only
DESCRIPTION:ICBE Knowledge-Sharing Forum – Operations Training Structure\nfor ICBE Members only\nThursday\, June 13th 10am – 11:15am\nvia Teams \n  \n10:00am            Welcome & Introductions (Gráinne Walsh\, ICBE) \n10:05am            Operations Training Structure at Merit Medical (Christina Fahy – Manager\, Operations Training) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho conducts hands-on training with production staff\nHow personnel who perform training are trained\, assessed & re-assessed\nWhere training is conducted\nHow training is structured\nHow training is documented/captured\nHow training for production staff is assessed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:25am            Group Knowledge Sharing & Benchmarking \n11:15am            Close
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/knowledge-sharing-forum-operations-training-structure-icbe-members-only/
LOCATION:Online session
CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240613T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240613T134500
DTSTAMP:20260505T043828
CREATED:20240508T143132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T092948Z
UID:11956-1718283600-1718286300@icbe.ie
SUMMARY:Supporting Wellbeing | Free lunchtime Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nJoin us on Thursday 13th June\, 1pm to 1.45pm  when Natalie Treacher \, Mental Health Promotion Specialist will present our lunchtime webinar Supporting Wellbeing by Managing Stress \nThis webinar will address: \n\nWhat do we mean by Wellbeing?\nRecognising Work Related Stressors\nWhat Works for Wellbeing?\nThe Role of the Workplace\n\nTo book your place on this free event click here.   Please share with relevant colleagues. \n  \nNatalie Treacher  \nAn experienced trainer and mental health promotion specialist\, Natalie has 10 years experience as a manager in mental health social care. She has also worked as a teacher and vocational assessor of metal health and social care in Further and Higher Education since 2012. A Mental Health First Aid Instructor since 2009\, Natalie has recently worked as National Training Lead (Adult & Workplace) for MHFA Ireland where she developed products including bespoke programmes for corporate clients and systems for initiating and supporting networks of MHFAs/peer supporters. \n  \nNatalie has worked in mental health promotion and support projects with young people\, families\, communities and organisations in the UK and Ireland. She has a special interest in employee engagement\, listening\, communication and leadership skills and has recently supported a programme to promote the health and wellbeing of shift workers. Natalie is holistic in her approach to supporting and coaching ways to wellbeing and is certified as a coach in running fitness\, nutrition and sleep.   https://natalietreacher.com/ \nTo book your place on this free event click here.   Please share with relevant colleagues. \n 
URL:https://icbe.ie/event/how-is-my-wellbeing-a-model-for-stress-management-free-lunchtime-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet
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