Train the Trainer

This workshop is designed for university faculty looking to enhance their training skills. It offers practical strategies for designing and delivering effective training, benefiting both seasoned trainers and those new to the field.

• Verbal and Visual Communication
• Non-verbal Communication
• Emotional Intelligence
• Interactive Learning
• Adult Learning Theory
• The Training Cycle
• Content Creation Pedagogies
• Personality Style and Training
• Communication Styles and their Utilization
• Training Hacks
• Assessment and Impact Evaluation
• Lego Serious Play

Upon completion of the workshop, participants should be able to incorporate learned tools to energize their training sessions by:

• Utilizing collaborative/interactive communications tools and techniques
• Using experiential content delivery methods to engage participants
• Communicate in a fun and an interactive manner
• Identifying their communication style and fine tuning it for effective training
• Applying active and blended learning tactics during training
• Enhancing visual presentations through 10-20-30 approach
• Adopting effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills during trainings
• Adding visual critical thinking to their trainings through LEGO Serious Play.

Workshop delivery approach

A highly interactive and practical content delivery format will be used. Blended approach with emphasis on ‘experiential’ learning will be utilized to create a solid base for knowledge sharing. Effective attention generation and total engagement tools will facilitate real time learning. No prior workshop preparation will be required. All the materials will be provided during the workshop. However, some evening work may be a part of the workshop!

Duration of the workshop

Two days

Dr. Khurram Sharif
Professor, College of Business & Economics, Qatar University

Dr. Khurram Sharif is a distinguished member of the marketing faculty at the College of Business & Economics, Qatar University. With a unique blend of academic and industry expertise, Dr. Sharif serves as a business advisor to Mega Business Solutions, a renowned Human Resource Development and Marketing Consulting firm based in Saudi Arabia. His academic journey includes an MBA from Lancaster University and a PhD in Business-to-Business Marketing from Kingston University, UK.

Dr. Sharif's extensive teaching and consulting experience spans across the Far East, GCC, and Sub-Continent regions. He has imparted knowledge and facilitated training both offline and online at prestigious institutions such as Qatar University, Qatar Science and Technology Park, University of West London, KEDGE Business School in France, University Technology Malaysia, and University of Cyberjaya in Kuala Lumpur. Additionally, he has conducted accelerated professional marketing courses in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.

His diverse career includes significant roles in pharmaceutical sales, vocational training, and as an academic in higher education institutions, showcasing his versatility and expertise across multiple sectors. As an International Master Trainer and Certified LEGO Serious Play Methodology Facilitator, Dr. Sharif has worked with a wide range of prestigious international blue-chip clients. He is renowned for his 'experiential' and 'blended' training approaches, actively involving both himself and participants in the knowledge creation and learning process.

Dr. Sharif's commitment to education and training excellence is evident through his impactful sessions worldwide, consistently contributing to the professional growth and development of his trainees.

He divides his time between Doha, Islamabad and Karachi.

Salman Shahzad
Project Director, National Financial Literacy Program for Youth, NIBAF

Mr. Salman Shehzad is a highly esteemed trainer and consultant with over 23 years of extensive experience in Project Management, Leadership, Business Development, and Training. He holds an M.Sc. in Information Management and Finance from Westminster Business School, UK, and an MBA in Finance from Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, Pakistan.

Mr. Salman’s career includes significant roles in the corporate, development, and public sectors. Notably, he served as Head of Development Contracts at the British Council Pakistan and as Regional Skills Manager for South Asia. Currently, he is the Project Director for a prominent initiative at the State Bank of Pakistan and the Founder of EOS Consultants.

Renowned for his dynamic training approach, he integrates rich content with engaging methods such as simulations, case studies, and practical tools. His workshops address critical areas including business development, financial management, and competency enhancement. With a proven track record of leading over 150 training programs globally across Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, the UK, and the UAE, he is celebrated for his ability to deliver impactful and practical training experiences.

Mr. Salman is dedicated to leveraging his vast expertise to help organizations achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness through targeted training and strategic development.

IBA CEE Cancellation Policy for Open Enrollment Programs:

In the event of participant's cancellation, the following schedule will apply:

• 5 days before start of workshop - No cancellation
• Within 4 to 2 days prior to workshop Half program fee forfeiture
• Within 1 day and No Shows - Full program fee forfeiture

Cancellation notification must be made in writing to CEE.

Postponement
Due to any unavoidable circumstances, the workshop may be postponed by the institute. In case of postponement, the institute will refund full fee of the program or the participant may opt to defer his/her registration to the next program.

Substitute
Substitutes will be taken at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Should we be unable to accept your application for any reason, your payment (cheque/draft) will be returned to you.

Deferrals
All registrations deferrals must be requested in writing at least 2 days prior to the workshop. Send a note to the Program Registration Team indicating that you wish to have your registration deferred to another session of the same program within one year. The deposited fee will be carried forward. Please note that only one transfer is permitted. After one year, the deposited fee will be fully forfeited.