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Minute writing

Half day

Target group:Professional and academic staff involved in servicing committees
Group size:Maximum of 16
Level 1 program:Suitable for staff who have completed the 'Role of committee secretaries' workshop or have recent committee support experience. This workshop assumes the participants have knowledge of the relationship of minute taking to other responsibilities of the committee secretary.
Schedule:
Date:To be advised
Time:To be advised
Venue:To be advised
Apply by:To be advised
Cost: Nil - Monash staff only
There will be a charge of $31 for non-attendance without prior notification.
Catering:Morning tea will be provided
To apply:Register your interest

Overview

One of the important ingredients of effective committee support is the ability to take and produce useful meeting minutes.  This workshop builds on the Role of committee secretaries program and is an opportunity to obtain targeted instruction on a specific component of the role of the committee secretary.

Intended Outcomes

Enhanced understanding of the purpose of minutes and their construction. Increased skills and confidence needed to take and produce clear and relevant minutes.

Course Content

  • The why, what and how of Minutes
  • Note taking during minutes
  • Tips for producing good minutes
  • The most common mistake (and how to avoid it)
  • A range of hands-on activities will supplement instruction

Handouts

  • An information pack will be provided
  • An exercise pack will also be provided

See also

Role of committee secretaries
Executive Services