Building Professional Networks
Networking is often treated as collecting contacts rather than building relationships that are useful to both sides. This course covers developing a professional network deliberately and maintaining it.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Networking as relationships rather than contact collection
- 02Identifying relationships worth investing in
- 03Approaching people without awkwardness
- 04Offering value before asking
- 05Maintaining relationships over time
- 06Professional bodies, events and online platforms
- 07Internal networks and cross organisational visibility
What you will gain
- Identify the relationships worth investing in
- Approach people without transactional awkwardness
- Offer value before asking for anything
- Maintain relationships that would otherwise lapse
- Use professional bodies and events effectively
- Build an internal network across the organisation
Who should attend
- Professionals at any career stage
- Business development staff
- Specialists seeking wider visibility
- Managers building sector relationships
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 23 to 24 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 7 to 8 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 1 to 2 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 29 to 30 Mar 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 14 to 15 Jun 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
Register your team or ask for a tailored in-house quote. We reply within one working day.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Communication & Soft Skills
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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