Managing Meetings Online Course

Course Overview

The Managing Meetings Online Course provides practical guidance on how to plan, facilitate, and follow up on meetings effectively. Poorly managed meetings are one of the biggest drains on productivity in any organisation, yet with the right skills and preparation, meetings can become a powerful tool for decision-making, collaboration, and progress.

This CPD-accredited course covers the entire meeting lifecycle, from setting clear objectives and creating effective agendas to managing participants, keeping discussions on track, and ensuring that actions are captured and followed through. It is suitable for anyone who regularly chairs or participates in meetings.

Completable in approximately 60 minutes, this course provides immediately applicable techniques for running more productive meetings. A CPD-accredited certificate is issued upon successful completion.

About This Course

Meetings are a fundamental part of organisational life, yet research consistently shows that a significant proportion of meeting time is wasted. Whether it is unclear objectives, poor time management, or a lack of follow-through on actions, the symptoms of poorly managed meetings are familiar to most professionals.

This course addresses these common problems head-on, providing learners with a structured approach to meeting management. It covers how to determine whether a meeting is necessary in the first place, how to prepare an agenda that drives productive discussion, and how to facilitate a meeting in a way that ensures all voices are heard while keeping the conversation focused.

Learners will also explore techniques for managing difficult participants, handling disagreements constructively, and making decisions effectively within a meeting setting. The course concludes with best practice for post-meeting follow-up, including how to write clear minutes, assign actions, and hold people accountable.

By applying the principles covered in this course, learners can significantly reduce the amount of time wasted in meetings and ensure that every meeting produces tangible outcomes.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for managers, team leaders, project managers, administrators, and anyone who regularly organises or chairs meetings. It is also valuable for meeting participants who want to contribute more effectively.