Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Time Management - Focus    

Course ID:   261207 0101 1210Proj

Course Dates :          07/12/2026             Course Duration :   5   Studying Day/s   Course Location: London,   United Kingdom

Language:  Bilingual

Course Category:  Professional and CPD Training Programs

Course Subcategories:

Business Decision Making Leadership & Management Development Organisational Effectiveness Professional Practice & Standards Strategic Management

Course Certified By:  Projacs Academy & LondonUni - Executive Management Training

* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate

Certification Will Be Issued:  From London, United Kingdom


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Introduction

This five-day course teaches practical methods to improve focus and time use. You will learn how to plan work around priorities, protect uninterrupted work time, and recover quickly after distractions. Sessions use short exercises and real-work practice. The course finishes with a personal action plan you can apply immediately.

Objectives

1. Create a prioritized weekly plan that allocates focused work blocks for your top priorities.
2. Set up and run 60–90 minute focus sessions using time-blocking and simple environmental controls.
3. Reduce digital interruptions by applying concrete rules for email, chat, and notifications.
4. Use short recovery routines to regain concentration within minutes after an interruption.
5. Measure focus and output for one week and adjust daily habits based on simple metrics.

Who Should Attend

Product managers
Software engineers and developers
Project managers and delivery leads
Marketing managers responsible for campaign execution
Financial analysts and consultants with heavy individual workloads

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Course Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Week 1

Day 1

Focus and Time Management Fundamentals
- Understanding the relationship between focus and productivity
- Identifying common causes of reduced concentration
- Linking focused work with improved outcomes

Priority-Based Planning
- Identifying high-value activities
- Creating weekly priorities
- Aligning daily work with important objectives

Managing Attention
- Understanding attention management principles
- Recognising personal focus challenges
- Developing awareness of work patterns

Day 2

Focused Work Sessions
- Designing effective focus sessions
- Applying 60–90 minute work blocks
- Creating conditions for uninterrupted work

Time-Blocking Techniques
- Planning focused time in calendars
- Protecting priority work periods
- Balancing focused work with other responsibilities

Work Environment Design
- Reducing physical and digital distractions
- Creating supportive work conditions
- Improving concentration reliability

Day 3

Managing Digital Interruptions
- Controlling email and messaging distractions
- Creating communication rules
- Managing notifications effectively

Deep Work Practices
- Building habits for sustained concentration
- Improving ability to handle complex tasks
- Increasing quality of individual work

Recovery After Distractions
- Understanding the impact of interruptions
- Applying quick recovery techniques
- Returning to productive work faster

Day 4

Focus Measurement
- Tracking focus time and productivity
- Defining simple performance measures
- Reviewing personal work patterns

Improving Daily Habits
- Identifying behaviours affecting focus
- Adjusting routines for better performance
- Building consistent productivity practices

Managing Competing Priorities
- Balancing urgent and important work
- Maintaining focus during busy periods
- Supporting effective decision-making

Day 5

Focus Improvement Application
- Applying focus management methods to workplace scenarios
- Developing practical concentration strategies
- Improving individual effectiveness

Personal Focus Action Plan
- Creating a practical improvement plan
- Defining focus goals and routines
- Establishing follow-up methods

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing time management focus tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

This five-day course teaches practical methods to improve focus and time use. You will learn how to plan work around priorities, protect uninterrupted work time, and recover quickly after distractions. Sessions use short exercises and real-work practice. The course finishes with a personal action plan you can apply immediately.

Objectives

1. Create a prioritized weekly plan that allocates focused work blocks for your top priorities.
2. Set up and run 60–90 minute focus sessions using time-blocking and simple environmental controls.
3. Reduce digital interruptions by applying concrete rules for email, chat, and notifications.
4. Use short recovery routines to regain concentration within minutes after an interruption.
5. Measure focus and output for one week and adjust daily habits based on simple metrics.

Who Should Attend?

Product managers
Software engineers and developers
Project managers and delivery leads
Marketing managers responsible for campaign execution
Financial analysts and consultants with heavy individual workloads

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Course Outlines

Week 1
Day 1

Focus and Time Management Fundamentals
- Understanding the relationship between focus and productivity
- Identifying common causes of reduced concentration
- Linking focused work with improved outcomes

Priority-Based Planning
- Identifying high-value activities
- Creating weekly priorities
- Aligning daily work with important objectives

Managing Attention
- Understanding attention management principles
- Recognising personal focus challenges
- Developing awareness of work patterns

Day 2

Focused Work Sessions
- Designing effective focus sessions
- Applying 60–90 minute work blocks
- Creating conditions for uninterrupted work

Time-Blocking Techniques
- Planning focused time in calendars
- Protecting priority work periods
- Balancing focused work with other responsibilities

Work Environment Design
- Reducing physical and digital distractions
- Creating supportive work conditions
- Improving concentration reliability

Day 3

Managing Digital Interruptions
- Controlling email and messaging distractions
- Creating communication rules
- Managing notifications effectively

Deep Work Practices
- Building habits for sustained concentration
- Improving ability to handle complex tasks
- Increasing quality of individual work

Recovery After Distractions
- Understanding the impact of interruptions
- Applying quick recovery techniques
- Returning to productive work faster

Day 4

Focus Measurement
- Tracking focus time and productivity
- Defining simple performance measures
- Reviewing personal work patterns

Improving Daily Habits
- Identifying behaviours affecting focus
- Adjusting routines for better performance
- Building consistent productivity practices

Managing Competing Priorities
- Balancing urgent and important work
- Maintaining focus during busy periods
- Supporting effective decision-making

Day 5

Focus Improvement Application
- Applying focus management methods to workplace scenarios
- Developing practical concentration strategies
- Improving individual effectiveness

Personal Focus Action Plan
- Creating a practical improvement plan
- Defining focus goals and routines
- Establishing follow-up methods

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing time management focus tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning