UWA Extension

If you want to create wealth in a hurry then this course is not for you. Growing your wealth requires patience, diligence and, most of all, knowledge – about tax structures, asset types and how to invest for long-term growth. This course will provide unbiased material on how to start planning now to create lasting family wealth. OUTLINE Where and how do I start planning for my future Understanding tax structures Where exactly does superannuation fit in Wealth creation strategies and... [More]

Nowadays much of our communication takes place via email. Every email you send reflects on both you and the organisation you may be representing. This workshop will show you how to write emails that get action and, at the same time, build trust and rapport. If you deal with clients via email (and these days who doesn’t) this workshop is a must. Email has changed our life for the better in many ways. It’s an invaluable tool for doing business – many of our communications now take pla... [More]

Conflict is an unavoidable part of any workplace. How well conflict is dealt with often depends on the skills and knowledge of supervisors and managers. Mediation can help people approach difficult issues and reach agreement. This workshop will help you understand the mediation process and develop skills to help others resolve conflicts. This all-day workshop is fully catered. OUTLINE Workshop content Defining communication and conflict The levels of conflict The characteristics of ... [More]

Communicating successfully depends on effective use of communication strategies and behaviors. Words, facial and body movements, tone of voice, even clothing and situation, all form an intricate symbol system that must be quickly translated by those who want to communicate. It has been said that there is no communication unless a mutual sharing of meaning takes place. It has also been said that one cannot NOT communicate. These two ideas seem to oppose one another, but they are two ... [More]

Creative thinking can be learnt! Participants will learn how to use the power of the mind to conquer the seemingly impossible, just by changing their perspective. Using the De Bono Six Thinking Hats framework, participants will learn creative thinking strategies and will be challenged to think beyond the usual parameters. No experience is necessary – bring along only an open mind. This course is facilitated by an accredited Edward De Bone Six Thinking Hat consultant and is fully cat... [More]

Emotional intelligence is linked to many aspects of individual effectiveness and success in personal life and in the workplace. EQ underlies the ability to deal successfully with other people and is a better predictor of success than IQ. EQ is particularly vital to leadership effectiveness. This seminar explores EQ in the workplace and develops strategies for management of emotions for individuals and teams. OUTLINE Course content: Definition of emotional intelligence (EQ) The four ... [More]

The biggest problems facing email users today are sheer overload, finding past emails and keeping track of actions. The productivity gains that email should bring are in danger of being lost. The good news is – we can change. We need new rules for email behaviour and this half-day seminar will give you the practical processes to make the change. You’ll learn how to maximise productivity and how to create a productive email environment for your team. Includes resource workbook and a ... [More]

Consultants, writers, sole traders and anybody whose personal reputation is an important part of their business need to project a good image online. This course will introduce you to the various ways of promoting your work and developing your platform online and will include hands-on activities to get the process well underway. When prospective clients hear your name these days, a good proportion of them will Google you before parting with their cash. What will they find? Actively b... [More]

This is an online course. To find out how our online courses work, please click here. No matter what role we play in an organization, we are all affected by human resources. This course is designed to help people without experience in human resources to understand this very vital link in the organizational chain. It will prepare both managers and business owners to handle basic human resource functions in a way that will ensure the best possible result. In particular, attention is g... [More]

This is an online course. To find out how our online courses work, please click here. Discover and master the fundamentals of purchasing by understanding your strategic and tactical roles as a purchasing practitioner. Improve your company’s bottom-line profitability by learning and implementing key concepts such as negotiation, supplier sourcing and qualification, outsourcing and make-or-buy analysis. Learn the basics of supplier partnerships, capital budgeting and green buying. In ... [More]