Apologies for cross-posting
TICKLED TROUT HOTEL,
6TH AND 7TH JULY 2009
Monday 6th July - Selecting, Acquiring and
Managing Stock
Tuesday 7th July 2009 -
The
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CILIP-accredited training
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dedicated courses
public
academic/special
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courses delivered at three separate levels
introductory (Level 1)
experienced practitioner /
operational manager (Level 2)
senior / strategic manager (Level 3)
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extended course content
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choice of booking options
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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 NAG website or contact Jane Butler
01924 383010 / [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
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An understanding of the essentials of a best practice
model of stock selection, acquisition and management, with an emphasis on the
most practical operations
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An understanding of the importance of meeting user
needs
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An understanding of the importance of implementing
effective and efficient working practices
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An understanding the key issues involved in stock
selection and supply specification
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An appreciation of the essential financial context of
this area of work
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Confidence in talking about the supply chain with
customers, colleagues and suppliers
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An awareness of new developments and alternative ways
of working
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A sharing of knowledge and experience
Day 2 -
Course summary
An introductory overview of the
This course will introduce delegates
to key issues and trends in the current
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
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An understanding of the role of the library supplier
and data supplier
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An understanding of library supply operations
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An understanding of key elements of the
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An understanding of the contractual framework
governing trading relationships between suppliers and libraries
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Confidence in talking about the supply chain with
customers, colleagues and suppliers
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An awareness of new developments and alternative ways
of working
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A sharing of knowledge and experience
Jane
Butler
Administrator
National
Acquisitions Group
12 -
WF1
2SQ
01924 383010