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School helping managers to see the bigger picture

Durham Business School can help you obtain the breadth and depth of knowledge required for the key challenges of managing change and developing leadership in your organisation. Read

Jointly, we are leading way ahead

The ability of business leaders to rise to the challenges of their roles is the most critical success factor in today's complex and fast-changing global environment. Read

Pushing back the boundaries

Successful managers are increasingly searching to expand their horizons by undertaking a part-time MBA, according to the Association of MBAs (AMBA). Read

It needn't be quite so tough at the top

Coaching can be an excellent way to bring out the best in senior management, says Alison Coleman. Read

Why we must communicate before we set out to educate

Brenda Kilgallon examines the challenges facing managers who want to develop their skills. Read

Top qualities of training by BPP

Good quality accountancy training means many things. High quality learning materials, regular out of class support, flexible methods of learning and excellent standards of teaching. Read

Flexible new course

The AAT Bookkeeping Certificate, commonly called the ABC, is a new and innovative course designed to ensure that students obtain a thorough knowledge of bookkeeping and develop the practical skills to ensure success in a range of different business types. Read

A vibrant host

Since 2000, conference business in NewcastleGateshead has grown at an impressive pace and it is now one of Europe's leading conference destinations. Read

Ideal stage for conferences

County Durham is the ideal place to stage a business conference with some first-class venues as well as some beautiful places of interest for delegates to visit. Read

Have them eating out of your hands

Corporate hospitality is a recognised and well established way of forging business relationships, promoting company messages - a way to thank staff and business associates for their support and generally network in a more relaxed and informal environment. Read

Country house hotel in step with modern meetings

Matfen Hall, the largest independent country house hotel in the North-East, has recently completed research into the changes to its corporate customers' requirements for business meetings and conferences. Read

It's the internet generation

2006 will see the `Internet Generation' beginning to filter through into the workforce. A determined breed, they thrive on new technology and have a capacity to absorb an endless amount of information. The trend is predictable - IT and business are irrevocably linked and will be for the foreseeable future. Read

Take time to ponder training

With staff development so high on the agenda of many North-East business managers, it can be easy for leaders to overlook their own training needs. Read

Directors never know too much

The importance of professional development cannot be underestimated. Training for junior employees is regarded as an essential management responsibility, but it is often overlooked for those at board level, as they are expected to already possess relevant skills, garnered during years of running a company. Read

Training demand is growing

The first of four new regional centres planned by leading industrial training provider PP Training has officially opened in Cramlington. Read

MBA is a solid launchpad

A good Masters in Business Administration (MBA) is probably the best way to obtain the breadth and depth required for the key challenges of managing change and developing leadership in any organisation. Read

Developing top managers

With business leaders under increasing pressure to perform to evermore exacting standards and deliver against the odds, management development is at the top of the agenda for most businesses today. Read

Leaders of future are shown way

Tony Antoniou, director of Durham Business School, takes a look at some of the key issues facing managers looking to develop their skills in the North East. Read

Carpet staff get wide training in customer care

Independent carpet retailer Storey Carpets is putting all its staff through their paces with an in-house training and development programme to improve staff product knowledge, increase customer care and offer support and career progression. Read

Open University just the business

When Michael Whale decided he wanted to further his career, he decided a Master of Business Administration (MBA) was the qualification he needed. Read

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