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Exam techniques Workshop 5 February 2018
The institute is pleased to offer an Exam Techniques workshop for those currently studying CII qualifications. As a training specialist and past CII senior examiner, Alan Chandler, offers an invaluable insight into the best techniques in preparing for and sitting the CII exams.
View event detailsManaging Difficult Conversations
A key area of managing performance is the ability to hold difficult conversations around performance. This involves giving effective feedback, identifying the root cause of the issue and agreeing a positive solution. This should lead to an effective outcome and enhanced performance, however the danger is that the discussion is avoided and then escalates into something that becomes more formal. This half day session considers the principles of performance coaching, developing a framework to manage the discussion, the skills to identify the issue and then culminates in the opportunity to practice in a ‘real’ situation. It is important that you give some thought to a difficult conversation around performance that you may have to face (see pre-work). The style will be interactive and practical with the focus on transferring the skills back into the workplace.
View event detailsAssertive Communication
Developing productive relationships with both colleagues and customers demands a considerable amount of effort and the use of effective communication skills. Being assertive means that firstly we need to understand what it means, and secondly know how to do it. This half day workshop examines the principles of assertiveness and assertive communication, with the opportunity to measure ourselves against the guidelines. Once this has been achieved we can then consider how to manage the potentially irrational behaviour of others and the challenges that this creates. The style of the workshop will be participative and informal and focus on practical skills that you can immediately use in your working environment.
View event detailsPFS Workshop
Afternoon sessions of the Milton Keynes CII conference applicable to PFS members. Will cover data protection, ethical hacking and the importance of listening from a former hostage negotiator.
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Milton Keynes CII Conference
Book your place(s) now for this full day CPD conference!
View event detailsYoung Professionals Brewery Tour - 12 October 2017
Following the launch of our Young Professionals Group in April 2017, Milton Keynes and Beds CII Institute are delighted to invite you to ‘ Make Connections’ at our first social event. We hope you can join us for a social evening at the Charles Wells brewery where we will be learning the tricks of a good brew, sampling some of the delights and enjoy a hearty meal.’
View event detailsCII Charity Golf Day 2017
Event Date: 11th September 2017 It’s time for the annual Bedford and Milton Keynes CII golf day. The golf day is being sponsored by our President (Brett Batty) with a focus on raising funds for the 2017 Institute’s charity, Macmillan Cancer Support. Format: Individual stableford (Maximum handicap men 24, ladies 32) What is Included: - Refreshments on arrival - 18 holes of golf - 2 course dinner - Prize for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places Price: £32.00 per person Venue: The Bedfordshire Golf Club Spring Lane Stagsden Bedford MK43 8SR 01234 822555
View event detailsEvolution of insurance fraud and what does the future hold? - 29/06/2017
The institute is pleased to offer a workshop which is being run by the Insurance Fraud Bureau. The workshop will focus on the future of insurance fraud from the perspective of the Insurance Fraud Bureau and how insurance fraud has changed over the last 10 years.
View event detailsPFS Workshop: Persuasion & Influence by Lee Warren
This event is aimed exclusively at Personal Finance Society members. During this interactive seminar, led by Lee Warren, fuses magic, business psychology and showbiz to create a ‘business cabaret’ event. You will learn some of the secret skills used by magicians and mind-readers to persuade and influence people.
View event detailsPublic & Products Liability Training Course (Intermediate)
This one day interactive workshop provides an in-depth look at Public and Products Liability Insurance and associated considerations.
View event detailsPresentation Skills Workshop 16 February 2017
Please note that there is a maximum of 8 attendees only for this event.
View event detailsPlanning & Managing Time / Personal Effectiveness
This half day workshop considers the areas of planning our time through effective prioritisation and holding on to the planned time against the demands that are made of us by others. During the workshop you will have the opportunity to challenge yourself and commit to changes, with the discipline to make them normal behaviours. There will be 2 sessions 09.30-12.30 & 13.30-16.30
View event detailsQuiz Night
Join in our Annual Quiz night. The quiz follows on from the Technical Motor Update, so why not sign up for both!
View event detailsTechnical Motor Update
The institute is pleased to offer a Technical Motor update, to bring members up to date on recent legislative changes, case law and discuss the potential impact of Brexit on the UK Insurance market.
View event detailsEffective Presentations and Communication within Teams by Megan Tanner, Sure Speech
Applicable to any member wishing to improve their presentation style and communication within teams.
View event detailsFCA Update - Conduct Risk by Branko Bjelobaba, Branko Ltd
This event, for FCA regulated firms only, will provide an update on recent key changes made by the FCA: current areas of interest, Section 166s, Approved Persons' attestations and penalties, new RMAR client money reporting requirements and the new complaints rules.
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