Being good at your job does not guarantee you a promotion
The Critical Soft Skills and Leadership Excellence Programme is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive as a manager. You will be empowered to lead teams effectively and adapt to the dynamic demands of at work.
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Module Outlines
Effective People Management
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023017954)
- Understand how to evaluate team competency requirements based on existing or future business plans.
- Understand the manager’s roles and accountabilities when it comes to implementing talent management processes.
- Know the models, methods and tools available for assessing and managing talent, as well as how to use them.
- Understand how to identify learning opportunities and provide support to facilitate the development of new skills.
- Set realistic goals for talent development and identify potential areas of improvement.
Effective Employee Communication Strategies
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023021950)
- Learn Investigative and Analytical Techniques and best methods to resolve employee disagreements
- Develop conflict resolution strategies aligned with organisational policies and practices
- Master negotiation methods such as the Win-Win Negotiation Model or the ‘BATNA’ Model to facilitate successful resolution of employee conflicts
- Strengthen employee relationships through impactful programmes with clear goals such as employee training or retention
Effective Manpower Management for Improved Productivity and Retention
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023036556)
- Develop a comprehensive manpower resource plan in alignment with organisational strategies
- Apply methodologies like Skills and Competency Assessment or Workload Analysis to maximize workforce efficiency and boost productivity
- Follow a systematic 5-step approach to apply Job Analysis in Manpower Planning
- Derive a set of criteria for evaluating team performance to guide decisions on the retention or removal of employees
- Identify tactical methods to communicate changes in team structure within the organisation
Effective Selling Skills
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2021010425)
- Understand the sales cycle and the psychology behind purchasing decisions to develop an effective sales strategy.
- Develop the right mindset, characteristics and attitude to hit your sales targets.
- Learn how to qualify prospects and create good first impressions in sales conversations.
- Learn how to follow up on leads and best practices to keep a sales lead warm without annoying the prospect.
- Learn valuable closing techniques to overcome potential objections and achieve a successful sale.
Effective Presentation Skills
 (Course Ref. No.: TGS-2022013401)
- Learn how to structure your presentations in a logical, easy-to-understand and engaging manner.
- Understand how to speak clearly and confidently and how to vary your voice, tone, pace and volume during a presentation.
- Learn how to use body language, equipment and resources at your disposal to communicate and reinforce your message.
- Learn time management skills to ensure you deliver a presentation within a timeframe and respond to audience questions appropriately.
- Be able to objectively evaluate the effectiveness of a presentation.
Innovative Communication Methods using ChatGPT
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023036557)
- Devise employee communication strategies integrating emerging trends and evolving preferences.
- Â Identify best practices such as the PIE Model to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Develop compelling content using the AIDA Model to prompt stakeholders to take decisive and enthusiastic actions aligned with your communication objectives
- Integrate AI-tools such as ChatGPT to craft professional messages aligned with the organisation’s communication strategies and guidelines
- Evaluate and refine communication plans based on a set of standards to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Critical Thinking Skills for Effective Decision-Making
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023021899)
- Master problem-solving with analytical precision and efficiency. Enhance your ability to critically understand and question information.
- Learn how to decide confidently by gathering, interpreting, and exploring information.
- Practice open-mindedness by embracing collaboration and respecting diverse perspectives.
- Learn how to grasp complex situations, adapt swiftly and thrive in ever-changing environments.
Creative Idea Generation and Selection Techniques
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023021931)
- Learn how to effectively present, engage and challenge viewpoints when communicating ideas.
- Techniques for facilitating brainstorming and integrating diverse perspectives for idea generation.
- Understand how to determine appropriate criteria and take a critical approach to selecting ideas.
- Evaluate and shortlist ideas based on practical implementation.
Crisis and Conflict Management
(Course Ref. No.: TGS-2023036558)
- Develop the ability to effectively manage and resolve conflicts, both internal and external, that can affect business operations involving various stakeholders.
- Incorporate approaches such as the Root Cause Analysis or PESTLE Analysis to examine and analyse underlying issues
- Derive Service Recovery Framework to address conflicts and crises effectively
- Identify key criteria to evaluate Service Recovery Framework to determine the success and alignment with organisational goals
- Improve on Service Recovery Strategy with a structured four-step framework
Course Fees & Subsidies
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SELECT ANY 3 MODULES
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Effective People Managementi
Effective Employee Communication Strategiesi
Effective Manpower Management for Improved Productivity and Retentioni
Effective Selling Skillsi
Effective Presentation Skillsi
Innovative Communication Methods using ChatGPTi
Critical Thinking Skills for Effective Decision-Makingi
Creative Idea Generation and Selection Techniquesi
Crisis and Conflict Managementi
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Duration | 6 Days (48 Hours) |
Full Programme Fee | $2,400.00 - $2,560.00 |
Singapore Citizens (40 years & above) | |
Up to 70% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
Singapore Citizens (21 – 39 years old) & PR | |
Up to 50% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
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SkillsFuture Credits eligible for Singapore citizens aged 25 & above |
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PSEA eligible for Singapore citizens aged below 30 |
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NTUC UTAP members have up to 50% auto reimbursement on out-of-pocket cost |
- Subjected to individual’s eligibility and availability of SkillsFuture Credit.
- Programme Fees Payable are inclusive of GST charged based on the full programme fees.
SMEs | |
Up to 70% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
Non SMEs | |
Up to 50% Upfront SkillsFuture Subsidy |
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Additional Support via Absentee Payroll |
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Up to 90% Additional Subsidy from SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) |
- Programme fees payable is subject to 8% GST charged based on the full programme fees before subsidy.
- Absentee payroll is claimable up to $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
- Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for the Enterprise Innovation Scheme. Each company can only either the 400% Tax Deduction option OR the 20% Cash Payout option. For more information, please refer to https://www.iras.gov.sg/schemes/disbursement-schemes/enterprise-innovation-scheme-(eis)
- Subjected to individual company’s budget availability for SFEC. For more information, please refer to https://www.enterprisejobskills.gov.sg/content/upgrade-skills/sfec.html
- Registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 (at group level) or with annual sales turnover (at group level) of not more than $100 million
Receive an Advanced Certificate in Critical Soft Skills and Leadership Excellence
Candidates who complete the programme with at least 75% attendance and demonstrate competency during assessments will receive 3 Certificates of Completion by FirstCom Academy and 3 SkillsFuture WSQ Statements of Attainment.
WSQ Certifications
The WSQ SkillsFuture Statement of Attainment is a nationally recognised credential that helps employers verify an individual’s competency in the stated skills. This enables individuals to be eligible for promotions, enter a new sector or find new job role.
- ICT-SNM-4011-1.1 Sales Strategy
- HAS-BIN-4077-1.1 Business Presentation Delivery
- RET-PMD-4002-1.1 People Development
- DSN-ACE-4012-1.1 Critical Thinking-4
- HRS-HRM-4017-1.1 Employee Relationship Management-4
- RET-INO-4003-1.1 Idea Generation and Selection-4
- RET-CEX-4004-1.1 People and Relationship Management
- HRS-HRM-4015-1.1 Employee Communication Management
- RET-CEX-4008-1.1 Service Challenges
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