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Effective Delegation

This course will start with the essentials - defining exactly what we mean by delegation and why it's so important. It then goes into details about the elements of delegation, overcoming the barriers to delegation, how you can choose which tasks to delegate and who to, the process of delegation and much more...

Course Overview

Effective delegation is an essential skill to learn if you want to be an effective manager. After all, the best managers don’t strive to be super-heroes. Instead, they are exceptional at picking good people to do what they need to have done, and then letting them get on with it.


However delegating effectively can be difficult. It means identifying the right tasks to delegate, overcoming barriers to delegation and taking the time to delegate properly so that everyone knows what they’re expected to do and by when.


When it’s done right the benefits are numerous and improve the working lives of everyone involved from the managers to the staff and it has wide ranging benefits to the organisation as a whole. This course will start with the essentials - defining exactly what we mean by delegation and why it’s so important. It then goes into details about, the elements of delegation, overcoming the barriers to delegation, how you can choose which tasks to delegate and who to the process of delegation and much more.

Learning Objectives 

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define delegation and explain its importance in effective management.

  • Identify the key elements of successful delegation.

  • Recognise common barriers to delegation and strategies to overcome them.

  • Determine which tasks are suitable for delegation and select the right person for each task.

  • Apply effective delegation techniques to ensure clarity of expectations, responsibilities, and deadlines.

  • Understand the benefits of delegation for staff, managers, and the organisation as a whole.

Who is this course for

  • Managers and team leaders looking to improve their delegation skills.

  • Supervisors responsible for assigning tasks and managing team workloads.

  • Emerging leaders or staff preparing for management roles.

  • Anyone in a role where effective task delegation is essential for team performance and organisational success.

Recommended System Requirements

• Browser: Up to date web browser

• Video: Up to date video drivers

• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM

• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Further Progression

Other courses within our Business Skills and Employability Suite may be suitable for learners to further their learning, .

Accredited by

CPD Approved 

Course Cost 

£20 +VAT

Solent Training Solutions Limited

Registered Company Number: 16565913 VAT Number: 499 5427 26

Registered Address: Basepoint Business Centre, Aerodrome Road, Gosport, PO13 0FX

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