Conventions: Nov 23, 2008
- The 10th World Conference on Animal Production
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 28, 2008,
Cape Town International Convention Centre Cape Town, Western Cape Province South AfricaThe World Conference on Animal Production is a trend-setting conference that examines the scientific progress in livestock production and the effects that these have on the environment, economies and the quality of life of people.
The theme of the conference, New World; Future World, takes in the philosophy of the World Association for Animal Production, conceptualising the place of animals in our daily existence. The theme focuses the following plenary sessions on constructing a future scenario for the various systems of animal production.
* Livestock systems and land tenure
* Investing in genetics
* Livestock products and human nutrition
* Physiological limits to production efficiency
* Managing resources for sustainable livestock production, human dignity and social security
* Intellectual capital for livestock production
* Technological surges and livestock production: Scenarios for developed and developing economies
* The power of consumerism
* Molecules, production and quality: The role of production and product modifying substances
* International aspects of livestock, livestock production and products: Are fences and boundaries an enigma or impediment? - full details
- Saudi Autoshop 2008: The 13th International Exhibition for Auto Repair Equipment, Tools, Parts and Accessories
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Riyadh, Ar Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaThe Kingdom is the largest market in the Middle East and the fifth largest market in the world for auto parts, accessories, service and garage equipment. It spends in excess of 2.3 billion US$ annually. High disposable incomes and a large and rapidly increasing population of young car enthusiasts are major factors driving this booming market. Extreme weather conditions and the large distances traveled are other factors which have contributed to the growing demand for all types of car-related products.
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- Roadex Railex
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 25, 2008,
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesRoadex-Railex, 23-25 November 2008
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
www.roadex-railex.com
Roadex-Railex (RR) is a biennial event showcasing leading local and international companies who are active in the road and rail industries.
RR is now in its 3rd edition. The first two events were organised by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company under the name Roadex. IIR Middle East took over the organisation of the exhibition in 2007.
Roadex 2006 featured 180 exhibitors from 35 countries. With the addition of the Rail aspect and the strength of IIR’s database, Roadex-Railex 2008 is expected to cover 7,000sqm with 300 exhibitors and 6,000-8,000 visitors.
RR takes place alongside our launch show – International Freight Week – www.internationalfreightweek.com and is being promoted on all IFW e-shots and the IFW website.
To book a stand or pre-register as a visitor at Roadex Railex visit www.roadex-railex - full details
- Communication Skills: Advanced Presentation Skills, Nov 08
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Al Bustan Rotana Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates- Learn advanced techniques for presenting including the different methods of delivery.
- Research, organize, and structure powerful presentations.
- Prepare and deliver three presentations and give and receive feedback on them.
- Deliver powerful presentations with optimal use of time, nerves, voice, dress, and body language.
- Use audiovisual support to enhance effectiveness and delivery.
- Learn advanced techniques for presenting including the different methods of delivery.
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- Customer Service: Customer Loyalty - Dubai, November 2008
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Burjuman Rotana Suites, Dubai, United Arab Emirates- Understand customer satisfaction, retention, loyalty and measure them in a meaningful and systematic way.
- Include a profitability dimension to any customer loyalty strategy.
- Plan, manage and analyze impact-full customer satisfaction surveys.
- Define customer segments, profiles and models for maximum strategic as well as tactical impact.
- Create “Customer Value Propositions” that work.
- Understand loyalty schemes: what to avoid and how to improve them.
- Understand customer satisfaction, retention, loyalty and measure them in a meaningful and systematic way.
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- Leadership & Management: The Balanced Scorecard, Nov 2008
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Burjuman Rotana Suites, Dubai, United Arab Emirates- Link performance measures to strategic goals and objectives.
- Use Key Performance Indicators KPIs for the measurement and evaluation of performance and productivity at all levels: company, department and individuals.
- Evaluate the feasibility of using the Balanced Scorecard in their organization.
- Design and implement the approach of Best-in-Class Benchmarking in their organization.
- Link performance measures to strategic goals and objectives.
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- Contracts & Projects: Handling and Resolving Contractual Claims, Dubai
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates* Identify and avoid causes for contractual claims.
* Recognize the different types of claims and how to prevent and/or deal with each type.
* Understand the different approaches to claims handling including alternative dispute resolution.
* Practice and discuss, through a project, all aspects of handling and resolving contractual claims. - full details
- Certified Administration and Office Management Professional
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Renaissance Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates* Define and understand the role of the office manager / administrator.
* Acquire time management skills required for better office productivity.
* Handle telephone calls properly and professionally.
* List the main causes of stress and the techniques needed to control them.
* Learn communication strategies needed for carrying out responsibilities in an effective manner.
* Develop a service attitude and mindset aimed at the internal and external customer. - full details
- Professional Skills for Finance and Accounting, Dubai
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates* Gain knowledge of essential skills to enhance their ability to run the Finance Department.
* Manage finance functions in an organized and professional manner.
* Understand the reporting requirements for the Finance Department.
* Become skilled at important personal organization, staffing and time management skills.
* Apply finance policies and procedures to add-value and communicate effectively with other departments. - full details
- Career Development and Succession Planning: Ensuring Leadership Continuity
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Renaissance Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates&bull Understand the basics of career development and succession planning.
&bull Distinguish succession planning and management from replacement planning, talent management, and human capital management.
&bull Compare employers' traditional and career planning-oriented HR focus.
&bull Explain the employee's and employer's career development roles.
&bull Examine innovative corporate career development initiatives.
&bull Learn how to close the developmental gap by operating and evaluating a succession planning and management program.
&bull Prepare individual development plans.
&bull Understand how career development and succession planning can foster employee commitment.
&bull Manage career choices. - full details
- Certified HR Manager
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Renaissance Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates&bull Define human resources and list its main functions and responsibilities.
&bull Align the HR function with organizational strategy.
&bull Introduce competency-based approaches to the main functions within an HR department.
&bull Assess the effectiveness of the human resources function through the use of an HR scorecard and relevant key performance indicators.
&bull Prepare for the management of a human resources function through the submittal of one or more HR-management-related projects. - full details
- Designing a Performance based Rewards System
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates&bull Determine the right kind of performance based rewards system for their organization, including identifying and assessing the merits of the various rewards options.
&bull Design the system including all related documentation.
&bull Coordinate the implementation of the agreed performance based rewards system and manage its ongoing operations. - full details
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles GAAP: 2008 Update
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates&bull Explain and interpret Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
&bull Interpret accounting treatment for assets, liabilities, and owners' equity transactions.
&bull Apply Accounting Principles in developing financial statements.
&bull Analyze specialized accounting transactions.
&bull Use practical guidance to prepare Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP.
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- GCC Green Technology Conference
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 23, 2008,
Dubai United Arab EmiratesThe GCC Green Technology Conference will provide delegates with information about the latest technologies that will enable organizations and individuals in the GCC to operate more efficiently in their day to day activities with minimal environmental impact.
This event will feature power-packed presentations, and panel discussions delivered by industry experts, researchers, policy makers, and executives from successful regional and international organizations who have implemented and used green technologies. - full details
- 4th European Congress for Medical and Biomedical Engineering
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 27, 2008,
Flanders Concert and Congress Centre Antwerp BelgiumThe challenge of "Engineering for Health" is to bring together a well-balanced scientific program that reflects all the recent evolutions in the biomedical fields and to succeed in breaching the gap between research and clinic.
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- Soccerex 2008
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 26, 2008,
Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, Gauteng South AfricaSoccerex are the leading event providers for the global football industry. Renowned for delivering unique networking platforms, the Soccerex event calendar culminates in a 4-day convention encompassing the 'Soccerex Experience'.
// The portal into the football industry
// Dedicated multi-lingual Account Managers working 365 days a year to establish global business relationships
// Exceptional facilitating services and specialist knowledge generating business opportunities for our clients - full details
- Oil and Gas Construction Project Risk Management
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Nov 23, 2008 - Nov 26, 2008,
Dubai, United Arab EmiratesAs the industry is rapidly developing, relationships need to evolve just as quickly. This event will provide a forum where owners, contractors and service providers can share their ideas and opinions to generate solutions that will reduce overall project risk and carry the industry forward
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