The topics covered in this short course include:

• The role of the manager
• Leadership in management
• The structure and dynamics of teams
• Operations management
• Coping with the stresses of management
• Strategies for working with challenging relationships

Just landed a team management role for the first time? Or perhaps you are aspiring to manage others? Whether it is a team of clinicians operating in a facility, or a small mix of professionals running a private practice, when a group of people work together towards their own and shared goals, they need direction, guidance and a sense of purpose. A manager is needed to oversee team and individual achievements, to take responsibility for the activities of the group. A manager should provide inspiration and empowerment, to help their team members succeed.

Duration	10 Hours
Availability	The course is available at all times
Accreditation	RACGP - QA&CPD 40 Category 1 points on completion of full program (Activity 748773)
Academic Pathway	This course is part of a direct pathway to the Master of Health Sciences (Clinical Leadership) and Graduate Certificate in Health Sciences, with The University of Queensland. Click here to learn more.
Endorsement	This activity has been endorsed by APEC number: 070131367 on behalf of Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA) according to approved criteria 10 RCNA CNE points
Audience	Medical, nursing, allied health, operational staff, and management
Learning Goals	Through understanding the role and responsibilities of managers, create an outline of your development needs for fulfilling a management role. Appreciate the vital role of leadership in team management Understand how to manage others to support positive team dynamics Understand the responsibilities of a team manager in relation to operational plans and budgets. Be aware of and develop strategies for dealing with the common challenges and stressors of first- line clinical management Develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members