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Apologies for cross-posting NAG ACQUISITIONS SCHOOL (PUBLIC LIBRARIES) – LEVEL 1 TICKLED TROUT HOTEL, PRESTON 6TH AND 7TH JULY 2009 Monday 6th July - Selecting, Acquiring and Managing Stock Tuesday 7th July 2009 - UK Publishing and Library Supply The NAG Acquisitions School is back – and in a brand new format. Our revamped training programme will offer: ● CILIP-accredited training ● dedicated courses * public * academic/special ● courses delivered at three separate levels * introductory (Level 1) * experienced practitioner / operational manager (Level 2) * senior / strategic manager (Level 3) ● extended course content ● choice of booking options ● expert tuition from experienced practitioners * librarians, suppliers and publishers * presentations and practical workshop sessions Book now for the first two Level 1 courses for public libraries. Places are limited – so early booking is recommended. Cost Day 1 OR Day 2 £150.00 Day 1 AND Day 2 (no overnight) £275.00 Full residential £360.00 Extra night (half board) £ 90.00 Course tutors Maggie Sumner (Freelance, Course Director), Alyson Hogarth (Middlesbrough), Elizabeth Neville (Derbyshire), Sarah Armitage (BDS), Mark Merrill (Ulverscroft), Keith Walters (Askews) For bookings or further information visit the <http://www.nag.org.uk/> NAG website or contact Jane Butler 01924 383010 / <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] Day 1 - Selecting, Acquiring and Managing Stock Course summary An introductory overview of processes involved in selecting, acquiring and managing library stock. This practical course will cover a wide range of day-to-day operations, introduce the issues involved in stock selection and supply specification, and discuss the essential financial context of this area of work. It will focus on the development of the sound understanding needed to promote effective, efficient and informed working practices and enhanced levels of customer service. Why you should attend The course is designed for all those involved in selecting, acquiring and managing library stock - whether based in a library or support services. The course is suitable for staff new to selecting, acquiring and managing stock. It will also be of interest to those seeking to consolidate and update their knowledge in these areas. The course is suitable for staff at a variety of levels from library assistant to supervisor and librarian. Course level / previous knowledge required Introductory; no prior knowledge required Learning outcomes ● An understanding of the essentials of a best practice model of stock selection, acquisition and management, with an emphasis on the most practical operations ● An understanding of the importance of meeting user needs ● An understanding of the importance of implementing effective and efficient working practices ● An understanding the key issues involved in stock selection and supply specification ● An appreciation of the essential financial context of this area of work ● Confidence in talking about the supply chain with customers, colleagues and suppliers ● An awareness of new developments and alternative ways of working ● A sharing of knowledge and experience Day 2 - UK Publishing and Library Supply Course summary An introductory overview of the UK book trade and library supply industry This course will introduce delegates to key issues and trends in the current UK book market, examine the central role of the bibliographical data supplier, and provide an insight into library supply and the contractual framework which governs trading relationships with libraries. A visit to Askews Library Services will provide the opportunity to examine, and learn from, a commercial supply operation. The course will focus on the development of the sound understanding needed to promote effective, efficient and informed working practices and enhanced levels of customer service. Why you should attend The course is designed for all those working with the selection, acquisition or management of library stock – wihether in library or support services situations. The course is suitable for staff new to the selection, acquisition or management of stock but will also be of interest to those seeking to consolidate and update their knowledge in these areas. The course is suitable for staff at a variery of levels from library assistant to supervisor and librarian. Course level / previous knowledge required Introductory; no prior knowledge required Learning outcomes ● An understanding of the role of the library supplier and data supplier ● An understanding of library supply operations ● An understanding of key elements of the UK book market ● An understanding of the contractual framework governing trading relationships between suppliers and libraries ● Confidence in talking about the supply chain with customers, colleagues and suppliers ● An awareness of new developments and alternative ways of working ● A sharing of knowledge and experience Jane Butler Administrator National Acquisitions Group 12 - 14 King Street Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 2SQ 01924 383010 [log in to unmask] www.nag.org.uk