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Effective Time Management

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Location Erbil

Fee $160

Course Date

Sunday, 16 November 2025

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Course Overview

This Effective Time Management course helps participants take control of their time and improve efficiency in both personal and professional settings. By exploring practical techniques, tools, and understanding common psychological barriers, participants will learn to prioritise tasks, reduce procrastination, and build sustainable habits for lasting success.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize personal time-wasting habits and how to overcome them.

  • Use prioritization techniques to manage tasks effectively.

  • Set clear, realistic, and achievable goals.

  • Plan and schedule work to increase productivity and reduce last-minute pressure.

  • Manage interruptions, distractions, and workplace stress.

  • Apply strategies for developing consistent time management habits.

Training Schedule and Topics
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Day 1: Understanding and Controlling Your Time

Session 1: The Foundation of Effective Time Management

  • The importance of time as a resource

  • Personal time audit and self-assessment

  • Identifying internal and external time-wasters

Session 2: Setting Priorities and SMART Goals

  • Urgent vs. important (Eisenhower Matrix)

  • Establishing SMART goals

  • Linking time use to personal and professional objectives

Session 3: Dealing with Procrastination and Perfectionism

  • Why we procrastinate and how to stop

  • Managing perfectionist tendencies

  • Tools to maintain focus and motivation

End-of-Day Reflection & Action Plan

  • Reflection exercises

  • Defining a goal for implementation

Day 2: Tools, Techniques, and Daily Discipline

Session 1: Planning and Scheduling Your Day

  • Daily, weekly, and monthly planning strategies

  • Time blocking and using calendars effectively

  • Choosing the right task management tools (digital vs. paper-based)

Session 2: Managing Distractions and Interruptions

  • Email and notification control

  • Setting boundaries and handling interruptions professionally

  • Focusing techniques (e.g. Pomodoro Technique, Deep Work)

Session 3: Building Sustainable Habits and Work-Life Balance

  • Habit formation and time rituals

  • Energy management and burnout prevention

  • Creating a balanced schedule

Final Wrap-Up and Commitment to Change

  • Developing a personal time management system

  • Sharing individual action plans

  • Feedback and certificate distribution

Methodology

  • Interactive discussions and facilitator-led presentations

  • Self-assessments and diagnostics

  • Group activities and brainstorming

  • Practical exercises using real-world scenarios

  • Time management tools and templates

  • Reflection and action planning

Outcomes of the Training

Participants will leave the course with:

  • A clear understanding of how to manage their time effectively

  • Practical tools and templates to plan and prioritize

  • A personalized time management action plan

  • Reduced stress and increased productivity

  • Long-term habits for efficient work and life balance

Course Details

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Language: English

  • Price: $160

  • Time: 09:30 - 16:30

  • Refreshments: included

  • Lunch: not included

  • Location: Erbil

Payment

Must be made 7 working days before the start of the course. Payment can be made in cash, by bank transfer or through exchange offices.

How do I register?

You can register by emailing training@mselect.com with the following details:

  • Full Name:

  • Position:

  • Email Address:

  • Phone number:

  • Name of the course:

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