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Think you know what learning methods leaders & managers like best? Results of independent research may surprise you, with 'the classroom' not appearing in the top three learning delivery methods for all levels of executives. James Reed, MD of leadership & management online learning specialists LMMatters, will be talking about these results, and what they mean for L&D professionals, at a seminar at WOLCE at 4.15pm on 27 September.

The preferred learning methods of different levels of leaders and managers, from aspiring leaders to chief executives, were recently identified by independent research, carried out by highly regarded benchmarking specialists Towards Maturity. Perhaps surprisingly, 'the classroom' did not feature in the top three preferred learning delivery methods for all levels of executives, from new managers through to CEOs.

Instead, a multi-media mix of eLearning, video, virtual learning environments, mobile learning and social media - and in the case of CEOs, even paper - were identified as preferred methods of learning.

James Reed, MD of leadership & management online learning specialists LMMatters, the UK partner to Harvard Business Publishing, will be talking about this unique research, and what the results mean for learning agendas, at a free seminar at the World of Learning exhibition, at the NEC, Birmingham on 27 September at 4.15pm.

James will be explaining why - in the light of these results - a truly blended, media-rich approach to learning & development is so imperative.

"Dispel your assumptions about how leaders and managers like to learn," said James. "Everyone knows that technology-enabled learning makes economic and strategic sense, now this ground-breaking research reveals that it is, more often than not, the preferred way to learn as well.

"Modern managers need modern solutions, and clearly want access to learning on-demand - where and when they need it."

James will also explain how the world-leading leadership & management development resource Harvard ManageMentor, and other tools, can help as part of a truly blended learning strategy, delivering learning at the point of need.

LMMatters will also be exhibiting at WOLCE - come and see us at stand number 140, and find out how our range of resources can help develop the leaders and managers of today - and tomorrow.

What you need to know:
What: Free seminar 'What learning methods do leaders & managers really prefer?'
Where: World of Learning, NEC, Birmingham
When: 4.15pm, Tuesday 27th September
More information: Available at stand number 140 on the day, or on the WOLCE website.

Notes to editors:
More details about the research findings are outlined in a Press Release here.

The executive summary of the independent Towards Maturity research report is available here: Reinventing Leadership Development.

Or you can access the full complimentary report here.

About LMMatters

Leadership and management online learning specialist LMMatters is the UK partner to Harvard Business Publishing. We believe in providing the right resources to deliver critical skills to your workforce, when and where they need it.

Our portfolio includes:

Harvard ManageMentor: The trusted, world-leading leadership and management development programme from Harvard Business Publishing, with live Tips of the Day and RSS feeds straight to your desktop.

LMKnowledge: A multi-media collaborative information resource that can be used to share knowledge with your colleagues and reinforce corporate communications.

50Lessons: A library of more than 1,200 inspiring video lessons from the world's most respected business leaders

Together the LMMatters team has vast experience in understanding what works for your organisation, recommending leading technology-enabled leadership and management resources.

We pride ourselves on our high customer satisfaction, work closely with our clients to understand what success will look like for them, and support them to achieve these goals.