Workshops

The unique features of our workshops:

• Practical and non-theoretical
• Teach applied skills
• Offer opportunity to test new concepts in a safe environment
• Presented by experienced ER practitioners
• Ensure effective learning by limiting workshop numbers 

All our workshops are also offered as an in-house option.  We customise content, group work and role plays to your company or industry needs.  If you have a minimum of 8 people, the in-house option can save you up to 60% of total cost.

Negotiators Toolkit 2012

This essential half-day technical seminar will give all Human Resources specialists, Employment Relations specialists, operational and line managers key insight on what to expect and how to prepare for negotiating with unions in New Zealand in 2012.  Read more

Negotiating with Unions

This two-day workshop is an in-depth experience of the most up-to-date international and local techniques for managing the complexities of good faith ER bargaining. Both novice negotiators, who wish to learn the craft, as well as highly experienced advocates wishing to refine their skills, will benefit from this unique workshop. Read more

Advanced Negotiating with Unions

This two and a half day workshop is for the experienced negotiator who has either previously attended our 'Negotiating with Unions' workshop or has a number of years practical ER bargaining experience.  A comprehensive overview of both protracted and complex bargaining, including the different bargaining methods required for mediation, facilitation and during industrial action.  Reviews current alternative bargaining techniques.  A certificate of competence issued to all attendees.  Read more

Managing Poor Performers

A simple, practical process that is easy to understand and implement. Participants will gain an understanding of the elements which make up poor work performance and learn practical techniques for improving employee performance. Failing this, a step-by-step guide of how to dismiss poor performers. Designed for front-line supervisors and managers as well as anyone who needs to sharpen up on these management skills. Read more