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The Internal Communication Black Belt Program - Australia

23 - 25 February 2010 - Sydney (only 10 places left)
11 - 13 May 2010 - Singapore ****NEW LAUNCH
10 - 12 August 2010 - Melbourne
19 - 21 October 2010 - Auckland, New Zealand
31 August - 2 September 2010 ADVANCED: Sydney ****NEW LAUNCH


Led by Adrian Cropley and Melissa Dark, the Internal Communication Black Belt Program is a high impact four-day residential course held at Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) and Melbourne Business School (MBS).

Fully researched with communication leaders to meet their expectations of high quality training, course materials will consist of the very best content available - the latest research, best practices and case studies with practical examples you can apply to your own setting. Your participation gives you the opportunity to make the next step in your career and add value to your organization.

The Black Belt program has been running in the UK since early 2006 and has seen over 500 internal communicators from around Europe take part, here is what some of them had to say about the course:

"Excellent - the content, pace and style was all good. A lot to take away, think about and do."
Suzanne Collins, Communications Manager, British Airways

"The training definitely met my objectives - with the added value of meeting a great group of people who I feel I can pick up the phone to and discuss comms issues."
Paula Coniglio, Senior Manager, WHB Comms, Lloyds TSB

"There was a great atmosphere - stimulating and fun. The good practical examples and knowledge sharing was very helpful."
Andrea Weber, Communications Manager, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

 

 

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Melcrum courses
Australia

Melcrum training courses
Perth, Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
Treat yourself to the best training money can buy. Our range of two-day courses are designed to address your key challenges and facilitated by industry experts to be highly practical and interactive.
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Making managers better communicators – Black Belt Masterclass

2010 dates and venues TBA

Writing and editing – Black Belt Masterclass

2010 dates and venues TBA

Communicating change - Black Belt Masterclass

2010 dates and venues TBA



 

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IABC World Conference Toronto

The IABC World Conference is the leading international forum of its kind. More than 1,400 business communication professionals—decision makers in leading industries around the world—gather annually to learn the latest developments and best practices in communication and make connections that will advance their communication programs and careers.

6 - 9 June

 

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IABC 2010 Global Conference Hong Kong

Hong Kong. Vibrant, beautiful, and cosmopolitan. Discover a diverse modern metropolis steeped in unique blends of Eastern and Western traditions. This dynamic city is the setting for IABC’s inaugural Global Communication Conference – Asia Pacific, April 7-9 2010 at the J.W. Marriott Hotel.  The event will bring together communication and public relations managers, directors and consultants from many continents to discuss the critical issues driving the CEO’s business agenda, and the communication strategies that will positively affect company results.

With three targeted tracks on Communication Leadership, Strategy and Counsel and Change Management, you’ll discuss how today’s leading companies are employing talent, strategy and tools to engage core audiences and advance organizational performance.

At IABC’s Global Communication Conference, you’ll develop your professional network of peers for best practice sharing and problem solving.  You might even meet your next employer.

7–9 April
JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
Hong Kong

Visit IABC Victoria

 

Become an IABC member and enjoy the many benefits of belonging to a network of 15,500 communication professionals in over 60 countries worldwide. Tap into the collective experience of your peers for new ideas, fresh insights, and problem solving assistance.

Enhance your skills via IABC’s robust library of how-to articles, case studies, research and manuals to help guide you. Network online and face-to-face to uncover the hidden job market. And if you're a freelancer, IABC is a great place to find clients.

The Victorian chapter offers members:

  • Regular professional communication & Networking events
  • Access to the many resources available in our library, located in the Melbourne CB
  • An opportunity to grow your skills, contacts and knowledge

Adrian Cropley is the current President of the IABC Chapter in Victoria and recommends the the IABC as a great source of development and resource for Communicators in all disciplines. Please check out the IABC Victoria website for the latest information on upcoming events.

Past events we have been involved in:

Chair A Cropley - Innovative Intranets Conference
Melbourne November 2007

Chair A Cropley - Aligning Employees with Internal Brand Conference
Melbourne October 2007

2 Day Masterclass - Change Communication, Manager Communication
Wellington NZ September 2007

2 Day Masterclass - Effective internal communication
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, September 2007

Elevanting the Status of Internal Communication
Melbourne, Feb 21 2007
Chair person and workshop facilitator - Change Communication
feedback 6.4 out of 7
"Adrian is a knowledgeable and fantastic presenter"
"Very relevant - did well with resistant participants"
"Great mix of activities and learning. Very useful for me as i have no experience in change"

Internal Communications In the Public Sector
Canberra, Oct 2006
Chair person and workshop facilitator
feedback 6.8 out of 7
"Great presenter, lots of energy. Content plentiful, We needed more time"
"A very engaging presenter who is very aware of his audience. Willing to share knowledge and to assist with particular needs"

Strategic Corporate Communications Conference
Melbourne, Sept 2006
Chair person and workshop facilitator
feedback 6.3 out of 7
"Good style and good knowledge"
"Really impressed with the ability to keep at a good pace and ask clear questions of the presenters"
"Lovely dulcet tones, warm, respectful, excellent time management and great humour"

Internal Communications Masterclass
Ark Group
Sydney, July 2006
Masterclass chairperson
feedback 6.1 out of 7
"GREAT! Added huge value to discussions"
"Adrian did a great job. It was great that he contributed to the sessions"
"Very personable"

Developing effective internal communication practices - Masterclass
Ark Group
Singapore, February 2006
Masterclass facilitator - Internal Communications Strategy and Change Communication
feedback 6.8 out of 7
"Good job, you have helped me better understand the intracacies of communicating change"
"Kept it moving along well, content interesting and useful"
"One of the most useful courses I have attended. Very practical, good structure and pace, very informal"

Strategic Internal communications conference
Ark Group
Melbourne, February 2006
Workshop facilitator - Communication and Change
Feedback 6.9 out of 7
"Brilliant - great content, loved the activities. It was very inspirational. Thanks Adrian"
"Engaging-the use of real life experiences allowed us to explore the concept and gain tips in which will help us on our very own journey - very good take home tips"
"Extremely valuable - best part of the conference"

IABC Communications & Leadership Institute
Melbourne, November 2005
Sponsor & Organising Committee

Employee Communication Conference
Ark Group
Singapore, August 2005
Speaker on Internal Communications
"Adrian was an excellent speaker. I learnt alot from him and his materials"
"Thanks for being such a passionate presenter"

IABC International Conference
Washington DC, June 2005
Speaker on Employee surveys

Demonstrating the value of internal communication
Melbourne, April 2005
Feedback received:
"Very humorous and a good thought provoker."
"Loved the open format of the session."
"Adrian is a charismatic and engaging presenter"

Internal communications conference
Singapore, January 2005
Overall participant ratings were excellent (6-7 out of 7) with some delegates commenting:
"Thanks Adrian, I've learned a lot from you and from your materials."
"Thanks for being such a conscientious and passionate presenter."

 

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