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<title><![CDATA[<b>Certificate in Employment Relations</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[A three part certificate course presented by the Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with EMA Northern and Massey University (Massey Paper Level 114:298).]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Flexible Working Arrangements Workshop</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[An amendment to the Employment Relations Act effective on 1st July 2008 will give many employees the right to request variations in their working arrangements.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[Improve your business performance - presented by David Coats, UK Work Foundation]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Government, employers and trade unions share a common view that...]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[Sole Trader  Networking event]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=464</link>
<description><![CDATA[Recognising that sole traders by definition may not have immediate work contacts to bounce ideas off - this Sole Trader Networking event aims to provide a platform for interaction.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Target Sustainability</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=537</link>
<description><![CDATA[This Business Boost has been created to provide you with a presentation of The Target Sustainability programme offered by the Christchurch City Council.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Top Tips for Tough Times</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=524</link>
<description><![CDATA[With business confidence at thirty-year lows, it’s timely to pick up some fresh ideas and practical solutions to ensure that your business survives and thrives despite tough times.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[The Canterbury Export Awards 2008]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=535</link>
<description><![CDATA[We invite you to join us for a night of celebration, recognition and inspiration for South Island Exporters.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>The Professional Receptionist</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=503</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is designed to provide receptionists with practical skills and knowledge to ensure that they provide a professional and outstanding service to both internal and external clients.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Essential Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage One)]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=518</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Show me their Money!!! - (or at least how to get it)</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=523</link>
<description><![CDATA[Accessing Government funding for the development of technology and innovation.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Essential Leadership Skills Programme</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=504</link>
<description><![CDATA[This programme will enable participants to develop self awareness and confidence with the essential skills needed to lead people effectively.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Advanced Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage Two)]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>The Art of Minute Taking</b>]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[This session is designed to help minute takers understand the minute taking process & learn sound techniques for ensuring outcomes from meetings are recorded clearly & concisely.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Presentations Skills</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=533</link>
<description><![CDATA[Excellent presentation skills enable you to demonstrate your sales skills, leadership qualities, communication skills and influencing abilities.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<B>Employment Law Basics</B>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=508</link>
<description><![CDATA[Not everyone can be an expert in employment law, but a thorough knowledge of the basics is essential for anyone employing staff.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Business Network Event</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=481</link>
<description><![CDATA[<b>GAME OVER!  WHAT'S NEXT?!...</b><br>Dave Hewett, ex All Black and Crusader]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Table Top Expo</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=539</link>
<description><![CDATA[Are you a small to medium sized business looking for new opportunities to market and promote your business?]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Management</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=311</link>
<description><![CDATA[A three part certificate course presented by the Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with EMA Northern and Massey University (Massey Paper Level 114:368)]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>The Disciplinary Process</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=509</link>
<description><![CDATA[With personal grievances on the rise, do you and your managers feel confident taking disciplinary action?]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Certificate of Professional Selling</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=510</link>
<description><![CDATA[Is your top objective for 2009 to sell more?  Selling is a science and in order to sell more you need some professional sales skills on hand.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Attracting Good People</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=534</link>
<description><![CDATA[This series is to help employers improve staff retention by becoming more employee-focused and building relationships that share values, foster best practice, good faith and personal development.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>First Steps into Importing</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=528</link>
<description><![CDATA[A comprehensive half-day workshop introducing participants to the import process, including terminology, documentation and import transaction considerations.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Essential Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage One)]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=519</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Strategic Planning</b> - Goal, Set and Match - Your Business Development]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=522</link>
<description><![CDATA[In this workshop you will be provided with business development tools that will enable you to set your business on the right path to achieving your short and long term goals.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Sharing the Vision - Leadership & Values</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=530</link>
<description><![CDATA[This series is to help employers improve staff retention by becoming more employee-focused and building relationships that share values, foster best practice, good faith and personal development.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Health and Safety Basics</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=513</link>
<description><![CDATA[Having a high standard of health and safety in the workplace is not only a legal requirement it is also a core aspect of operating good, productive business.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Accident Investigation</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=526</link>
<description><![CDATA[This training module set is about teaching you how to effectively record, report and investigate all workplace accidents and incidents and near misses.]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>The Holidays Act</b> - Essential Employment Law]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=514</link>
<description><![CDATA[This seminar covers the ins and outs of the increase to four weeks annual holiday as well as a review of entitlements and calculations under the Holidays Act 2003 (and its amendments).]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Opportunities to Grow & Develop</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=531</link>
<description><![CDATA[This series is to help employers improve staff retention by becoming more employee-focused and building relationships that share values, foster best practice, good faith and personal development.]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Essential Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage One)]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=520</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Advanced Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage Two)]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=517</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Auditing Your Workplace</b>]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=525</link>
<description><![CDATA[Internal audits or self-assessments create a safer work place, establish a minimum acceptable benchmark and helps with continuous improvement in managing health and safety at work.]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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<title><![CDATA[<b>Essential Training for Health & Safety Representatives</b> - (Stage One)]]></title>
<link>http://www.cecc.org.nz/main/calender/index.cfm/?fuseAction=detail&amp;eventID=521</link>
<description><![CDATA[This course is approved under Section 19G of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 for training health and safety representatives and offers an alternative to union-based training.]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>  
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