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The first session in the new Master Class programme: Master Class in Project Management within the Communications Industry - 28th August 2009 £295 plus VAT This full day course will cover: Project Management models and theories that can be used in any context Project Management in a Corporate Communications context Corporate Communications Project Management Tool Kit for use in the workplace Project Management case examples from a communication industry expert An optional assessed assignment which will allow you to test your knowledge from the day and your level of academic ability. This will be handed out on completion of the course and graded by RGU’s Masters level Project Management lecturer. The course will also be delivered through a combination of presentations, activities and workshops presented using state of the art technology in a tailored training environment. Please find further information and booking form attached. Further dates for this course may be announced. Please call for details.

Rita Marcella, Dean of Aberdeen Business School, with Simone Barnett of the AVC Business Centre.

Robert Gordon University and AVC Business Centre recently announced a new series of Masters level taster courses in key strategic management subjects for the continuing professional development of you and your team.

These ‘Management Master Classes’ are targeted at those in management positions or progressing to this level, with a first degree and might be considering taking the next step to further their development at postgraduate level.

The courses support career development by giving an insight into important management subjects like project management, budgeting, economics, leadership and change, business strategy and marketing communications. The subjects are relevant to your industry sector and will allow you to gauge your abilities for this level of study.

The courses, delivered by RGU academics and industry professionals, will give a comprehensive strategic level introduction to the subject, will provide efficient and effective models, theories, case studies and tool kits, and equip you/your team with the level of theory, practical knowledge and skills required to be more effective in your role.

Working within the Marketing Communications field can be challenging, fast paced and ever changing. Professionals need to be able to react to news, incidents, economic pressures, new innovations and technology, as well as demonstrating the ability to Project Manage and ensure the high standard and timely delivery of a client’s communications strategy and the required deliverables. This course will help further develop the skills required within this field.

This session is to be held at the AVC Business Centre, Altens in Aberdeen. If you are interested in this or any other management subject then please contact Jillian Macdonald, AVC Training Co-ordinator, on 01224 248007 or e-mail jmacdonald@avcmedia.com for more information.

We are also looking for suggestions for our next Master Class course. If you think you or members of your team would benefit from a particular short course that relates to any of the MBA or MSc courses in the RGU programme then please contact us on the details above.

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