Taking and Producing Minutes of Meetings

Audience: Professional staff, Research staff

Date: Thursday 13 March 2025

Times: 10.00 to 12.30

Course information

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and techniques necessary for effective minute taking.  Attendees will learn how to listen actively, capture key points accurately, and produce clear and concise minutes that serve as a valuable record of discussions and decisions.

This course is ideal for administrative professionals, secretaries, and anyone who is tasked with taking minutes in meetings. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, participants will leave with the confidence to take on the minute-taker's role in any meeting setting.

Aims and objectives

By the end of the course, participants will:

  • Understand the role and responsibilities of a minute-taker and develop the ability to listen actively during meetings
  • Be able to identify the key components of minutes and demonstrate active listening skills
  • Be able to master the art of writing minutes that are concise, clear, and easy to understand
  • Practice writing minutes in real-time and receive feedback to refine their writing style and clarity
  • Learn the best practices for pre-meeting preparation and post-meeting follow-up
  • Create a checklist for meeting preparation and develop a follow-up action plan to ensure all tasks are completed and communicated correctly
  • Be able to draft a structured agenda and facilitate a meeting to ensure it runs smoothly and finishes on time

Tutors

Lynda Wilson

Venue

Walter Bower House Conference Room 9


Course provider

OSDS
Email: osdscourses@st-andrews.ac.uk