Self-test: Is the "Team leader/team leader in the technical-production sector" course the right one for me?

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Analysis of the functions and activities of team leaders in the technical-production sector

For whom is the "Team leader with Swissmem certificate" course suitable?

  • Professionals with a technical apprenticeship who have gained initial management experience and would like to gain further qualifications
  • People with management tasks in a technical-productive environment

What does the day-to-day work within these functions look like? Which activities are carried out and how often?

Team leaders are no longer solely responsible for their own work performance, but also for shaping the working conditions of others. They plan and organize the work, ensure the provision of materials and equipment, assign the work and check the employees' work reports. As supervisors, they monitor compliance with health and safety regulations, mediate in the event of conflicts or decide on contentious issues. If unforeseen difficulties arise, they work with all those involved to find efficient and feasible solutions. In addition to monitoring work progress and deadlines, they also keep an eye on running costs and ensure effective communication with other stakeholders, superiors, suppliers and customers.

 

Job descriptions in job advertisements for team leaders:

Main tasks Activity in %
Personnel management, meetings, discussions 25
Administration, invoice control, bookkeeping 25
Work planning and preparation, resource planning, project management 50

The weighting of the individual areas of responsibility can vary greatly depending on the company, sector and job profile.

 

Typical requirements in job advertisements:

  • Completed apprenticeship in a technical profession
  • Several years of professional experience in the industry
  • First management experience
  • Open and communicative nature
  • Target and solution-oriented approach
  • Interest in management and divisional responsibility
  • Confident handling of the common MS Office applications

Question 1:

Do the activities of team leaders with a Swissmem certificate meet my expectations?

Course description "Team leader in the technical-production sector with Swissmem certificate"

The most important key points of the "Team leader in the technical-production sector with Swissmem certificate" course are described here:

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Question 2:

Are you generally interested in this course?

Prerequisites for admission to the course:

  • Apprenticeship qualification with EFZ in a technical profession
  • First management experience and proof of management tasks

Question 3:

Do I meet the requirements?

Financing of further training

The course fees for the "Team leader with Swissmem certificate" course will be invoiced upon invitation to the course.

This includes folders, textbooks and working documents. Additional costs for accommodation and meals, including for courses in hotels, must be paid separately.

Question 4:

Are you in a position to pay CHF 6,700 or CHF 4,400 for the course and teaching materials, or is your company prepared to finance these costs?

Time spent on classroom teaching and learning (homework)

The course takes place during three individual block weeks.
Between the block weeks, the learning material should be applied and practiced in everyday working life.

Question 5:

Can I cope with the time and effort required for the face-to-face lessons and homework?

Conclusion

Will I graduate?

There are no examinations during the course or after graduation. Instead, great importance is attached to exchanges within the class and with the instructor, and the diploma is awarded when all course days have been attended.

General success factors that significantly increase the success and value of further training:

  • Interest in the topic and high motivation to achieve the goal
  • Active participation in lessons
  • Preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
  • Regular application of what you have learned in everyday working life
  • Contact and exchange with other participants, lecturers and successful former graduates of the course

Question 6:

Do I have the confidence to complete the course successfully?

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