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New programme at UEL offers ways to beat the recession blues

Wednesday 30 September 2009

The University of East London (UEL) School of Psychology has devised an innovative way to help organisations and their employees develop important skills to deal with the repercussions of the ongoing recession.

The School of Psychology at Stratford will be offering Workplace Applied Positive Psychology (WAPP) training – an exciting programme that can help personal growth for individuals in the workplace and show them how to tap into their natural talents and grow as part of the team.

Employees can learn effective management and communication techniques as are taught in positive psychology. The programme is not only dedicated to teaching people the skills they need to succeed in business communications but also in their personal lives.

WAPP also aims to help people and corporations deal with the recession and how they can effectively manage and communicate with others. There is also a focus on finding solutions to the problems faced in the marketplace during the economic crisis.

Dr Ilona Boniwell, a leading Positive Psychologist at UEL said: “These courses are designed to teach constructive approaches to emotional reactions and how to cope with difficult situations. People learn how to develop resilience in the face of discomfort, stress and work overload. These are all important issues that many of us are currently facing.”

The courses also focus on the challenges businesses are facing with the potential loss of millions because of work related stress and the credit crunch.

All courses will be taught by highly qualified certified psychologists and can last from one day to three, depending on the programme.

A lecture series will also be available to employers. Short courses run from £2,000 or £150 a person, depending on the programme or lecture series.

Notes to Editors

The University of East London (UEL) is a global learning community with over 28,000 students from over 120 countries world-wide. Our vision is to achieve recognition, both nationally and internationally, as a successful and inclusive regional university proud of its diversity, committed to new modes of learning which focus on students and enhance their employability, and renowned for our contribution to social, cultural and economic development, especially through our research and scholarship. We have a strong track-record in widening participation and working with industry.

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