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----------------------------Original message---------------------------- APOLOGIES FOR CROSS-POSTINGS. PLEASE FORWARD THIS POSTING TO APPROPRIATE STAFF MEMBERS. THANK YOU. Please do not respond to this message. Registration information appears at the end of this posting. ***************************************************************************** The Association of Research Libraries/Office of Management Services announces the following Management Skills Institute: LIBRARY MANAGEMENT SKILLS INSTITUTE II: THE MANAGEMENT PROCESS Philadelphia, PA May 20-24, 1996 This training institute is a powerful learning experience during which you can test new ideas and patterns of behavior while learning new fundamental concepts such as those surrounding organizational change and opportunity, team learning, and the creation of shared vision. The 5-day program will use a simulated library workplace in the framework of the learning organization model, to focus on the individual's ability to have a positive influence on the overall performance of the organization. Emphasis will be placed on developing and building proficiency in the skills of observation, diagnosis, and planning so that you will become more effective in solving organizational problems and in recognizing organizational opportunities. For two library directors' experiences in this Institute, refer to the ARL Newsletter #185, April 1995, pp. 12-13, just published. Cost: $695 per person for staff from ARL member libraries; $745 per person for staff from non-member libraries, plus travel and accommodations REGISTRATION: Please contact: Christine Seebold OMS Training Program Assistant 21 Dupont Circle, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036 Phone: (202) 296-8656 FAX: (202) 872-0884 EMAIL: [log in to unmask] OR REGISTER USING OUR NEW WEB REGISTRATION FORM AT OUR AWARD-WINNING WEBSITE: <http://arl.cni.org> Go to Training and Organizational Development pages for registration form. REGISTER SOON WHILE SPACE IS STILL AVAILABLE!