Award in Time Management Foundations

MQF/EQF Level 5 (1 ECTS Credit) Blended Contact Us For Details, 09:00 - 10:30

This course prepares students to be more productive overall. Consequently, upon completion of this course, individuals will be provided with the necessary skills to improve their productivity at the place of work, irrespective of the industry or position they are in.

Accreditation and MQF/EQF Level
The Malta Qualifications Council deems this Award to be at Level 5 on the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) (1 ECTS) and on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) for Lifelong Learning.

The overall objective of this training programme is to equip participants with the necessary knowledge, skills and competences to increase their productivity within any business setting, in any position they currently hold.

Through the provision of practical tools, participants will learn how to better plan their day/ week and year by focusing on the goals that matter most to them and in so doing live a more fulfilling life.

While giving due importance to the work environment, the programme also focuses on all aspects of the human’s wellbeing and thus instigates participants to focus also on ‘life outside of work’ and to shift their mindset to give due consideration to the ‘whole’ for a more balanced life (work-life balance).

Course Outline

This course aims to provide you with the mindset, tools and techniques that will enable you to become more productive and feel in control, by being proactive rather than reactive and live a more fulfilling life.

  • Shift from the ‘busy being busy’ mentality to the productive mentality.
  • Identify your own particular time wasters and adopt strategies for reducing them.
  • Use practical techniques for organising work.
  • Adopt appropriate strategies for dealing with interruptions and anything else which ‘steals’ one’s time
  • Live a time-created stress free life.
  • Clarify and prioritise objectives and goals, by creating more planning time.
  • Add an additional 10 productive hours to your week – every week

Who is eligible to participate?

  • Individuals who are overwhelmed and don’t feel like they have enough time in the day.
  • Individuals who are unsure of how they can be more productive or wonder what other strategies might be out there.
  • Someone who feels they are not in control of their life.
  • A person who is unhappy with their life and is ready to take charge.
  • People who feel overwhelmed with their to-do lists.
  • Those who feel like they are always busy but aren’t progressing.
  • Anyone who wants to get more done, and anyone who wants to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life!

On completion of the course, participants will have developed a detailed knowledge and understanding of, and acquired the necessary skills to

  • Define what is important in their life and how to find time for such goal/s
  • Identify when and how to say ‘no’
  • Identify the main distractions/ obstacles in their lives
  • Find how to overcome procrastination
  • Identify small daily changes that will lead to better productivity
  • Implement small daily changes that lead to better productivity and do not cost money

On completion of the unit the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:

  • Ensure focus is on what is important in their life (both at and outside of work
  • Manage the main distractions in one’s day-to-day life
  • Manage practical tools / techniques to take back control over their time
  • Effectively plan their day, week and year, through the creation of habits and effective monitoring.

On completion of the unit the learner will have the knowledge and understanding to:

  • Identify how their wording can influence their actions and commitment to pre-defined goals and targets
  • Identify the main time wasters in their everyday lives
  • Understand the importance of eliminating such time wasters
  • Define practices to enable a  shift  of focus to do things that are important and not urgent and limit activities that are urgent and important and result in burnout
  • Understand the importance of work-life balance and planning for all aspects of one’s life
  • Explain how flexibility is fundamental when drawing up a when plan (be it daily, weekly or yearly)
  • Understand the importance of building networks (caring for people) but equally important, explain the importance of learning to say ‘no’ to things (peoples’ requests) that are not aligned with their goals.

On completion of the unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:

  • Easily identify the wording to use to install positive habits
  • Be able to adopt appropriate strategies for dealing with interruptions and anything else which ‘steals’ one’s time
  • Demonstrate how to structure their plans to be effective.

On successful completion of this program, participants will

  • Practice the critical application of time management tools in their day-to-day life and in so doing increase their productivity, their focus on what truly matters to them (both in and out of work) and in so doing live a more fulfilling life.

Assessment

A summative assessment procedure will be used and this will be applied at the end of the module when the students would have covered all the material covering all learning outcomes.

At the end of the course the trainees will be asked to complete a Multiple Choice Exam.

Assessment marks will be sent to students individually, by email.

Where possible and applicable, if revision of paper is necessary, then the assessment will be reviewed by a supplementary marker. In the event of a failure in the multiple-choice exam, the student will be given the opportunity to sit for a resit. In the case of a resit, the multiple-choice exam will be different to the first one, which the student would have failed.

Final grade will be calculated as follows:

20% on attendance: pass mark 80%
80% on the replies provided in the multiple-choice exam: pass mark 50%

A student must obtain a pass mark in both components to be awarded the certification.

This course is made up of a total of 26 hours. These are divided in 8 contact hours, an estimate of 16 self-study hours and 1 hour of assessment.

The course will be delivered in English.

Total duration: 6 months

Mode of attendance: part-time

 

Training Venue

EMCS Academy
Centris Business Gateway II, Level 4,
Triq is-Salib tal-Imriehel Zone 3,
Central Business District,
Birkirkara

  • Good working knowledge of the English language
  • Basic level of digital competence is required (use of Microsoft Word / Powerpoint)

Student CV will be requested to verify the above that incorporates their self-assessment of such entry requirements. A request for copies of certification and references will be made, if necessary.

 


Testimonials

The course was presented in an excellent manner, it showed that the trainer was very well prepared.

Corinne Zaffarese Elbourne
Vivian Corporation, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Unit Manager, 2022

I would like to thank EMCS Academy for the very informative sessions. I feel I have learnt a lot and I will do my utmost to work on any of my weaknesses to always better my efficiency and also very importantly my work-life balance.

Denise Borg Manche
Vivian Corporation, Managing Director, 2022

The course touched on time management that not only impacts our working life but our life in general…that of family, work, enjoyment to enable us to live the best life now, by making the best use of our time, to have a productive yet happy life.

Lisa Zammit Montebello
Vivian Corporation, Medical Representative, 2022

Enjoyed the theory and practical examples, excellent delivery. Would definitely recommend it to anyone!!

Charlon Ellul
Vivian Corporation, Vet Executive, 2022

Tutors were very knowledgeable and practical exercises were very creative. Good use of slido to make it interactive.

 

 

A. Debono
Hospice Malta, Physiotherapist, 2023

An engaging and intensive time management course outlining the major principles of the subject

 

L. Apap
Hospice Malta, Administration Clerk, 2023

Very informative and helped to apply to my life!

I would definitely recommend.

M.Piscopo
Hospice Malta, Psychologist, 2023

Trainer was super helpful and fun.

Great course, enjoyed it.

 

M.Zammit
Hospice Malta, Admin & Accounts, 2023

It was a pleasure to participate in the course. It was very useful for all aspects of my life. I have learned a lot of things that I can practice in my daily work and personal life.

C. Cardenas
Rosemont (Malta) Limited, Client Accountant, 2024

Very satisfied with the experience, helped me manage my time and life better allowing me to enjoy the time I have to myself more :)

J. Sell
Rosemont (Malta) Limited, Accounting Executive, 2024

Excellent course overall, with useful tips worth adopting especially for individuals constantly feeling rushed.

A. Fenech
APS Bank plc, Career Development Officer, 2024

The lecturer delivered an engaging and inspiring presentation on time management. The award presentation was well-organized and motivating, clearly highlighting the importance of effective planning and discipline.

K. Farrugia
Senior Account Activity Review, APS Bank p.l.c.

The content was well-structured and relevant. The trainer was very well prepared, highly knowledgeable, and consistently kept the audience engaged throughout the session.

D. Fava
Internal Audit Manager, APS Bank p.l.c.

Total Learning Hours

Full course: 26 hours

Hours include contact hours, supervised practice hours, self-study hours and assesment hours.

Trainers

Ramon Muscat

Director, EMCS Advisory Ltd, Malta

Mr. Ramon Muscat is currently a Director at EMCS Advisory Ltd with a passion for helping individuals and organisations maximise their true potential through training and coaching. He holds a Master’s in Management with a focus on Human Resources and Talent Development from GBSB Global, and a Professional Certificate in Customer Experience and Customer Service Management from the CX Academy. Ramon also earned an ILM Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring, a Certificate in Managing People from the College of Management and IT (CMIT), Ireland, and an MBA from the University of Malta, where he had previously completed his Honours Degree in Management.

At EMCS Academy Ramon regularly delivers training in key areas such as leadership, time management and productivity, customer experience and communication. Ramon has served as a lead trainer for a number of courses for the public sector. He was one of the key trainers involved in the provision of management training for paramedics and middle managers of the Gozo General Hospital and Public Health Institutions in Gozo as part of ESF 4.189 entitled ‘Continuous Training and Development for the Public Sector in Gozo. Furthermore, Ramon provides executive and leadership coaching. He was involved in a project for the Ministry of Health, the Elderly and Community Care where he was engaged in coaching individuals in senior positions within the Ministry as well as nurses in managerial positions within public healthcare. This coaching was delivered as part of a broader initiative, which also included training in non-technical skills tailored to the target audience.

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