BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Managing VAT in the performing arts sector - Birmingham
Wednesday 23 May 2012, 2.00pm – 4.30pm
Birmingham Hippodrome
Specialist VAT advice with emphasis on the performing arts sector providing practical guidance on issues faced by theatres on a regular basis.
Introduction to Finance
Tuesday 26 June 2012, 10.30am - 5.00pm
TMA, 32 Rose Street, London, WC2E 9ET
This is a practical one day seminar covering key issues in financial management and budgeting, dispelling the myths surrounding accounts and finance.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Health and Safety Essentials Plus
Thursday 28 June 2012, 10.30am - 5.00pm
TMA, 32 Rose Street, London, WC2E 9ET
Improve the health and safety culture within the workplace and understand how to develop your safety management systems.
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MARKETING
Essentials of Marketing Druidstone 2012
Monday 22 October 2012 - Saturday 27 October 2012
Catthorpe Manor, Rugby
The leading entry-level arts marketing course in the UK for those with between six months and two years experience in arts marketing, ideally working in a performing arts context.
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PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Managing Conflict with Customers
Tuesday 29 May 2012, 11.00am – 4.00pm
TMA, 32 Rose Street, London, WC2E 9ET
Learn how to deal with difficult situations with your customers and gain an insight as to how to remain calm and professional.
Effective Management- Walking the Tightrope 2012
Monday 1 October 2012 - Saturday 6 October 2012
Catthorpe Manor, Rugby
Effective Management is designed specifically for those working in the arts and cultural sectors. Delegates will benefit from a comprehensive management course taught over 5 days by experts in the field with diverse management experience within the arts, education and training sectors.
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MEDIA AND NETWORKING
Networking for Success
Thursday 14 June 2012, 10.30am – 1.30pm
TMA, 32 Rose Street, London, WC2E 9ET
Networking is an essential part of relationship building for any organisation. Learn the skills to develop rapport and maintain conversations.
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MEMBERS' MEETINGS
TMA Members' Meeting
Thursday 8 November, 11.00am - 1.00pm
TMA, 32 Rose Street, London, WC2E 9ET
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INSURANCE FOCUS GROUPS
EDINBURGH
Thursday 17 May, 11.30am - 2.30pm
Lyceum Theatre, Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AX
BIRMINGHAM
Monday 21 May, 11.30am - 2.30pm
The ICC, Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2EA
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