Dates
- Tue 07 January 2025, 13:00-15:00, MS Teams
- Tue 18 March 2025, 10:00-12:00, South Kensington Campus
An assertive person appears confident, communicates well and is skilled in dealing with people in all types of situations.
This course with preparatory and post course materials will give you knowledge and practice for evaluating situations and responding appropriately. It will focus on example situations that you may encounter during your doctorate.
Course Information
This course includes preparatory activities (~30 minutes) to complete before the live course and to engage with during the course: you will receive the credit by participating in all preparatory and live course activities.
Postgraduate Representatives, this course is recommended for you (by academics, former reps and the Union), please ask the tutor for tailored case studies and signposting
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course and with preparatory and post-course materials, you will be better able to:
- Identify the difference between assertive, aggressive and passive behaviour at work.
- Recognise body language during meetings associated with these behaviours.
- Employ active listening techniques and other communication skills.
- Develop your self-confidence and ability to communicate effectively in meetings.
- Evaluate situations and your response to improve outcomes.
How to Book
Please select a date and book on via Inkpath using your Imperial Single-Sign-On. Bookings will close two weeks before each live session.