Time and Task Management
Course ID: 261207 0101 357ESH
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: ESHub CPD & 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 for managing time and tasks. You will learn to set clear priorities, build realistic plans, and protect focused work. Sessions combine short instruction, hands-on practice, and real assignments. The aim is to reduce missed deadlines, unnecessary rework, and constant context switching.
Objectives
1. Analyze your workload and identify the top daily and weekly priorities.
2. Use a simple priority framework to decide what to do, defer, delegate, or drop.
3. Create and maintain daily and weekly plans using time-blocking and task batching.
4. Apply meeting, email, and interruption rules to regain focused work time.
5. Delegate and hand off work with clear criteria and reliable follow-up.
2. Use a simple priority framework to decide what to do, defer, delegate, or drop.
3. Create and maintain daily and weekly plans using time-blocking and task batching.
4. Apply meeting, email, and interruption rules to regain focused work time.
5. Delegate and hand off work with clear criteria and reliable follow-up.
Who Should Attend
1. Project managers responsible for delivery and timelines.
2. Team leads and first-line supervisors managing day-to-day workloads.
3. Product managers and product owners balancing competing priorities.
4. Consultants and freelancers who manage multiple clients or projects.
5. Business analysts and operations specialists coordinating cross-team work.
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
Time and Task Management Fundamentals
- Understanding the importance of effective time management
- Identifying common causes of lost productivity
- Linking time management with personal and team performance
Workload Analysis
- Reviewing current workload patterns
- Identifying high-value activities
- Understanding sources of time pressure
Priority Management
- Defining urgent and important tasks
- Applying practical prioritisation methods
- Making better decisions about workload
Day 2
Task Prioritisation Frameworks
- Applying methods to prioritise tasks
- Deciding what to do, defer, delegate or remove
- Improving focus on high-impact activities
Planning Daily and Weekly Work
- Creating realistic work plans
- Setting achievable priorities
- Maintaining consistent planning routines
Goal and Outcome Alignment
- Connecting tasks with objectives
- Focusing on results rather than activity
- Improving task effectiveness
Day 3
Time Blocking Techniques
- Designing focused work schedules
- Protecting time for important activities
- Managing competing demands
Task Batching and Workflow Management
- Grouping similar activities effectively
- Reducing unnecessary task switching
- Improving work efficiency
Managing Interruptions
- Identifying sources of disruption
- Creating boundaries for focused work
- Improving concentration and productivity
Day 4
Meeting Management
- Improving meeting effectiveness
- Preparing clear agendas and outcomes
- Reducing unnecessary meeting time
Email and Communication Management
- Managing email workload
- Creating effective communication routines
- Improving response efficiency
Delegation and Handover
- Identifying tasks suitable for delegation
- Setting clear expectations
- Ensuring reliable follow-up
Day 5
Time and Task Management Application
- Applying time management methods to workplace scenarios
- Developing practical productivity approaches
- Improving personal effectiveness
Building Sustainable Productivity Habits
- Establishing effective daily routines
- Maintaining focus and consistency
- Supporting long-term performance improvement
Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing time and task management tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning
