Chairing Effective Meetings — Online Class
Get ready to master the art of leading productive discussions and making decisions in our interactive workshop on Chairing Effective Meeting
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About this event
About this event
Chairing Effective Meetings requires strategic preparation, thoughtful facilitation, and a clear understanding of each meeting’s purpose. This online class walks you through the entire journey—from deciding whether you need a meeting, to managing final preparations before it begins. The course acknowledges that meetings are often difficult and time-consuming, but offers structured approaches to make them more engaging, inclusive, and outcome-driven.
The modules guide learners through key stages, such as identifying goals, planning sessions, assigning roles, resolving conflict, and setting up logistics. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with tools to run efficient and meaningful meetings, transforming typical workplace frustrations into focused collaboration. Each session builds toward greater confidence in Chairing Effective Meetings that drive action and align with intended results.
Learning Outcomes:
- Individuals who frequently lead or facilitate workgroup or committee meetings
- Team leaders seeking structured frameworks for effective collaboration
- Administrators coordinating sessions with diverse participants and agendas
- Facilitators who want to manage conflict and improve session outcomes
- Anyone responsible for planning, scheduling, or setting goals for meetings
Chairing Effective Meetings — Online Class Descriptions:
Meetings are the backbone of collaboration in the modern workplace, yet many organisations struggle to make them truly effective. In the US alone, more than 55 million meetings occur daily, and studies show that nearly 71% are considered unproductive. That’s why learning to Chair Effective Meetings can be a game-changer for businesses and teams.
Whether you're running a strategy session, team huddle, or cross-functional workshop, mastering the Chairing Effective Meetings process improves communication, decision-making, and morale. This course offers guidance through scheduling, planning, facilitation stages, and conflict preparation—giving you the edge to lead with confidence and clarity.
Join this online class and gain practical insight into every stage of meeting leadership. With modules designed to unpack the ‘why’ behind meetings and guide you to successful execution, Chairing Effective Meetings becomes less about keeping order and more about inspiring action. Learn how to turn meetings into strategic tools for impact.
Who is this course for:
- Individuals who frequently lead or facilitate workgroup or committee meetings
- Team leaders seeking structured frameworks for effective collaboration
- Administrators coordinating sessions with diverse participants and agendas
- Facilitators who want to manage conflict and improve session outcomes
- Anyone responsible for planning, scheduling, or setting goals for meetings
Career Path:
- Meeting Facilitator
- Project Coordinator
- Office Administrator
- Team Lead
- Programme Manager
- Event Planner
Why Choose the Institute of Mental Health?
- Earn a CPD QS Accredited Certificate upon completion.
- Affordable and designed for easy comprehension.
- Instant access to start learning immediately.
- 12 Months of access to course materials after enrolment.
- Enjoy the flexibility of online learning from anywhere in the world.
- 24/7 support available to assist you throughout your learning journey.
- Fully online course with interactive lessons for an engaging learning experience.
Requirements
You don’t need any educational qualifications or experience to enrol in the course.
Do note: You must be at least 16 years old to enrol.
Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course.
Process of Evaluation
After studying the course, an MCQ exam or assignment will test your skills and knowledge. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.
Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of Completion – Digital / PDF Certificate
After completing the course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital/ PDF Certificate for £5.99.
Certificate of Completion – Hard copy Certificate
- You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99.
Shipping Charges:
- Inside the UK: £3.99
- International: £10.99
Disclaimer
Please Take Note: This course is delivered entirely online and consists of pre-recorded sessions. You will receive access to the course materials within 48 hours of completing your enrolment.
Refund Policy:
After getting the login details, no refund request is acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
The 5 P's are Purpose, Participants, Preparation, Process, and Progress—each element helps guide a meeting from planning to results.
Begin by welcoming everyone and stating the meeting’s purpose. Lead with the agenda, ensure balanced input, and wrap up with a summary of decisions.
They stand for Purpose, Product, People, and Process, focusing on why the meeting is held, what it should achieve, who’s involved, and how it flows.
A chairperson leads the meeting, follows the agenda, fosters participation, maintains structure, and summarises outcomes and action points.
Skilled chairs practise clear communication, active listening, impartial guidance, efficient time management, and calm conflict navigation.
Prepare a solid agenda, manage time wisely, engage participants, keep focus, and close with clear actions and next steps.