International Training on Note-Taking, Writing Minutes, and Disseminating Decisions
Course Background
Effective documentation of meetings is critical for organizational success, ensuring that discussions, decisions, and action points are accurately recorded and communicated. The “Note-Taking, Writing Minutes, and Disseminating Decisions” course, offered by the Environmental Capacities and Sustainability (ECAS) Institute, is designed to bridge this gap by equipping participants with the necessary skills to enhance their efficiency in meeting documentation.
Course Objectives
Enhance participants’ ability to take clear and structured notes during meetings.Develop skills in writing precise, professional, and well-organized meeting minutes.Improve accuracy and attention to detail in recording key points and decisions.Provide techniques for effective dissemination of decisions and follow-up actions.Explore digital tools and technologies for minute-taking and decision tracking.What You Will Learn
Techniques for active listening and efficient note-taking.Different formats and styles of writing meeting minutes.Methods for distributing minutes to stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.Tools and software that enhance minute-taking and decision tracking.Training Modules
| No | Module | Details |
|---|
| 1 | Foundations of Effective Note-Taking and Meeting Documentation | This module introduces the fundamentals of professional note-taking and the importance of accurate meeting documentation. |
| 2 | Writing Clear, Concise, and Actionable Meeting Minutes | Focus on converting raw notes into well-structured, professional meeting minutes. |
| 3 | Disseminating Decisions and Ensuring Follow-Up Actions | Best practices for distributing minutes and ensuring follow-up actions are implemented effectively. |
| 4 | Advanced Tools and Technologies for Digital Note-Taking and Minute Writing | Introduction to digital tools to streamline minute-taking and decision tracking. |
| 5 | Practical Applications and Real-World Scenarios in Meeting Documentation | Hands-on exercises and real-world applications to refine skills in note-taking, minute writing, and decision dissemination. |
General Notes
Training manuals and additional reference materials will be provided to participants. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
About ECAS Institute
The ECAS Institute designs and delivers independent and targeted training, research, and consulting services in areas such as climate change, renewable energy, and biodiversity conservation. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, ECAS works across Africa and globally, partnering with organizations in the UK, Denmark, Italy, Sweden, Germany, and the USA.
