1. Concept of Occupational Stress (Work Stress)

• Definition and importance in management

• Difference between normal pressure and chronic stress

• Evolution of stress concepts in workplaces

• Relationship between stress and job performance

• Modern perspective of stress in organizations

2. Types of Stress at Work

• Workload stress

• Role ambiguity stress

• Conflict-related stress

• Organizational stress

• Technology and digital work stress

3. Sources of Occupational Stress

• Time pressure and deadlines

• Increased responsibilities and multitasking

• Poor managerial communication

• Unsupportive work environments

• Lack of work-life balance

4. Negative Effects on Individuals

• Physical health impact

• Mental health impact

• Reduced concentration and memory

• Decline in motivation and satisfaction

• Higher burnout risks

5. Organizational Effects of Stress

• Reduced productivity

• Increased absenteeism

• High turnover rates

• Lower loyalty and engagement

• Decline in service and performance quality

6. Burnout Concept (Burnout)

• Definition and causes

• Stages of burnout

• Differences between stress and burnout

• Early warning signs

7. Individual Stress Management

• Self-awareness and emotional management

• Relaxation and stress-control techniques

• Personal energy management

• Positive thinking

• Building psychological resilience

8. Time Management and Prioritization

• Modern concepts

• Urgent vs. important

• Time planning tools

• Overcoming distractions

• Reducing task pressure

9. Work-Life Balance

• Concept and importance

• Signs of imbalance

• Individual and organizational responsibilities

• Quality of work life

10. Work Policies Supporting Balance

• Flexible working hours

• Remote work

• Effective leave management

• Family and personal support

• Respectful time culture

11. Leadership Role in Reducing Stress

• Supportive leadership behavior

• Effective communication

• Fair workload distribution

• Building trust and psychological safety

• Leading by example

12. HR Role in Stress Management

• Designing wellness-supportive policies

• Mental health programs

• Awareness of stress and burnout

• Measuring stress levels

• Creating a healthy work environment

13. Balance in the Digital Era

• Technology impact

• Always-connected stress

• Managing boundaries between work and home

• Healthy tech usage

• Preventing digital burnout

14. Measuring Stress and Work-Life Balance

• Stress measurement indicators

• Job satisfaction surveys

• Absence and turnover analysis

• Linking stress with performance

• Continuous improvement

15. Personal Stress-Management Plan

• Identifying personal stress sources

• Setting realistic goals

• Developing healthy habits

• Achieving sustainable balance

• Self-evaluation and follow-up

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures

• Group discussions

• Practical exercises

• Case studies

• Self-assessment tools

Course Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and manage stress sources effectively

• Improve work-life balance

• Enhance mental and physical health

• Raise professional performance

• Support a positive and sustainable work environment

You can benefit from this course and many others through The Dubai Premier Training Centre.