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different types of training and development: open programmes; tailored programmes; international trade training; ‘How To’ workshops and ‘Focus On’ workshops. Many of its programmes are accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). Richard Muir, Deputy Chief


Executive at Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, said: “Our training has evolved as industry needs have changed. Ten years ago, companies had no problem sending their staff out for a whole day or a couple of days a week for training, but that’s no longer the case. So, we not only offer the courses employers want to see, but are flexible in delivery – we can provide training sessions that last a couple of hours or cover one specific skill as opposed to a whole range. “One of the advantages of the


Chamber is that our membership covers virtually every skill you can dream of, so we can usually address any issue. If someone wanted training in a niche area we could develop a tailored programme to meet those specific needs.”


It is a priority of the Chamber


to develop the young workforce – it goes without saying that the young managers of today will become the leaders of tomorrow.


COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE


Another organisation that has strength in developing the talent of the future is City of Glasgow College. Martin Taylor, Head of Organisational Development at the College, is clear about the benefits that can accrue to businesses that put the emphasis on training and education, not only for those who enter further education but also for managers. “Organisations can gain tremendously from investment in leadership and management development. It can help to atract and managing talent, develop continuity and succession planning, support growth and innovation, and provide a competitive advantage. “At the College we have a real


focus on technical and interpersonal skills for our students. We work to equip every student with the ability to enter the workplace or an advance


study programme and cope with challenges presented to them. Te aim is to ensure that they


have the ability and agility to change track or career in the future.”


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