HR initiatives are becoming increasingly articulated and complex. In order to lead them in an effective way, HR leaders must be able to master essential Project Management skills, which involve planning and monitoring tools, change communication strategies, team-working competences.

What our session will cover:

• Project management methodologies and approaches
• Creating a strong, collaborative project team
• Communication with team and stakeholders
• Instilling proactive project management to increase the likelihood for success and reduce risk on any effort
• Creating a strong project collaboration environment
• Exploring the importance of team and stakeholder communication and engagement
• Practical application of Mercer’s methodology on specific HR projects

Attending this workshop will help participants:

You will learn how to:

• Deepen your understanding of business, organizational, behavioral and technical project management
• Drive proactive project management to increase the project success and reduce risks
• Align your approach with accepted best practice techniques
• Create a strong project collaboration environment
• Address team and stakeholder communication and engagement

Who will benefit from attending:

This workshop is for everyone involved in HR projects, particularly decision makers such as HR leaders, project managers, core team members, sponsors and stakeholders.

Date & Time

Tuesday & Wednesday, 24 - 25 November 2009

9am to 5pm, registration from 8:30am on Day 1 (24 November)

Venue

Mercer

Level 16, 33 Exhibition Street

Melbourne, Victoria 3000

Fees

AUD1,650.00 (GST inclusive)

Confirmation & cancellation policy

Your registration is subject to acceptance by Mercer. You will receive confirmation of acceptance (or rejection) and further details close to the scheduled workshop date. Confirmation of the workshop proceeding is dependent on enrolments.

The workshop fees cover all tuition, documentation, lunches and refreshments. Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and out-of-pocket expenses. Cancellations should be sent in writing to your Mercer College Coordinator. Cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the scheduled workshop date will be refunded in full. Cancellations received 30 days or less in advance of the workshop will not be refunded but it may be possible to reschedule to a later date (restrictions may apply).

You may nominate a substitute to take your place at any time before the start of the workshop. No-shows on the day of the workshop will not be refunded.

Mercer reserves the right to change or cancel any part of its published workshop due to unforeseen circumstances and to determine the suitability of any registrant to attend the workshop. Payment must be received in full before the start of the workshop. Please note that we reserve the right to refuse admission to the workshop if proof of payment has not been received. An invoice will be sent upon receipt of a registration form.