Introducing Mentor Training & Consulting

Mentor Training and Consulting – leading the industry in executive education and training…

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eople and information are the two most vital components to the success of an organization. They are the key to achieving a sustainable competitive advantage in the marketplace. These fundamental concepts are the basis on which Mentor Consulting was founded. Through our extensive database of highly trained and educated professionals, we are able to provide you the resources needed to achieve your business, employee recruitment and educational objectives. Mentor’s goal is to enable companies to attract, train and retain the most qualified and professional individuals available; to ensure a continuously growing and evolving talent base. Mentor consultants are available for customized in-house training and project management as well as the development of custom business processes, human resources department develop and more.

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orporate training and business education are essential for a company’s ongoing success. Today’s global economy continues to evolve and expand into new areas of technology and expertise. To remain competitive and be considered a leader in your field, ongoing training and resource development is essential. Providing your employees with up-to-date, functional and industry-specific knowledge; allows you to increase employee retention rate and the ability to stay ahead of the competition. The ultimate key to the success of any company is its ability to acquire and retain a skilled team of loyal employees all working together toward success in your industry. Companies, who invest in employee development, training and incentive programs, benefit substantially by way of low-turnover and more knowledgeable staff. These offerings, in turn, create an environment of maximized motivation and employee commitment.

A Full Spectrum of Choices: Mentor helps companies prosper by developing a talented and committed workforce through skill-based enhancement programs that are tailored to your specific needs. Those who have benefited from our services:

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oth government and private sector companies have enlisted the help of our consultants to identify their workforce’s training needs and develop effective training programs to address them specifically. We have enabled executives to develop their professional skills in numerous business related topics. Mentor continues to assist companies in adapting to present-day, international best-business practices. Probably one of our most sought after areas of expertise, Mentor is leading the industry in client-customized Human Resources solutions. Our capabilities within this specialty are varied and extensive. From job market surveys to complete turn-key HR solutions, Mentor consultants will provide effective and efficient solutions to your company’s needs.

Executive Education: The creation of customized training programs for our clients is a four-step process. 1. We start by understanding the client’s needs through an initial discussion or a Trainingneeds Analysis meeting. 2. This is followed by the development of customize program content and training materials. 3. Additionally we develop the most effective delivery methodology and active assessment methods necessary to complete the training process. 4. The final element is the actual execution of the program/training. Upon completion, the program is evaluated based on feedback from participants, faculty and Mentor executives, providing a well-rounded, accurate assessment of the learning experience.

The executive education program is a true partnership between Mentor and its client.

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e carefully select the most qualified trainer from our extensive team of highly educated and seasoned professionals.

We match both talent and delivery style with the needs of our client to ensure a successful training experience. Our intention is to provide both immediate and long-term solutions for our client partners.

Educational Process Summary: 

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Needs Identification -Mentor gains an appreciation of the client’s o Business Environment o Business Challenges o HR / Performance Issues o Change Resistors o Limitations and Sensitivities Solutions Development o Determine learning approach and subjects o Business and Participant Familiarization with material o Venue Management: Mood Management and Course Material Customization o The learning approach may include one or more of the following delivery methods.  Classroom Sessions  On-the-Job Training  Mentoring Value Delivery o In-Program Controls - All Mentor programs are highly interactive and, when appropriate, can be delivered in a fun and informal manner. Evaluate & Evolve – assess milestones and expectations and/or deliver additional training or mentoring

Teaching Methodology:

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ur programs are designed based on international bestpractice standards while considering the regional work environment and business culture. We emphasize accelerated learning using experiential learning practices that are;  Approved and endorsed by international organizations such as ASTD  Supported by assessment tools that will involve many carefully designed learning activities and exercises  Use both quantitative and qualitative methods, in interactive lectures, case studies, and hands-on simulations  Use multiple learning tools and syllabi such as: o Harvard Business School's E-Learning Program Modules o BBC Learning Audio/Visio tools o McGraw Hill’s Executive Education Courses, etc

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entor programs provide access to the best possible faculty regionally and globally. We partner with instructors that have a proven track record, excellent industrial/business experience and are highly qualified in their respective areas of expertise. Mentor’s faculty are regularly monitored and evaluated to ensure they consistently meet a high standard of delivery and service. Our faculty is familiar with modern training techniques and uses a variety of teaching methods.  Action learning  Simulations and videos  Live case studies  Coaching and workplace practice mentoring  Group work  Other formats are used, as well, to ensure that programs deliver concrete results for individuals and organizations.

Quality Assurance:

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entor recognizes that quality is not an option, but rather a business imperative, especially in the field of business education. Therefore, Mentor has invested in the development of a dynamic mechanism that assesses the level of quality in all its operations. Mentor’s quality assurance is not limited only to the delivery of its programs, but to processes that precede and follow course execution. Our quality assurance model is built on the following parameters;  Commitment to client success and customization  Careful selection of program faculty and facilitators  Use of world class program content, course material and delivery  High standard program evaluation criteria

Consulting Division:

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entor offers a wide range of Consulting Specialists to help companies flourish in the growing Middle East marketplace.

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Market Research and Surveys – industry specific o Employee/HR statistics o Real Estate Feasibility Studies o New Product/Service Development Corporate Departmental and Procedural Development E-Learning Strategy Planning Mystery Shopping Employee Assessment and Performance Enhancement programs Industry and Topic-specific Seminar delivery Job description, pay scale and benefits package preparation and implementation Project Management Risk Assessment Internal Auditing Operational flow consulting