Management and Leadership   

This course is crafted to empower participants with the skills and techniques needed to lead meetings that are productive, engaging, and results-driven. Through a blend of theory, practical exercises, and real-world simulations, participants will learn to design meeting agendas that align with objectives, create an inclusive environment that encourages participation, and employ facilitation techniques to manage group dynamics and foster collaboration. From leveraging technology to enhance engagement to effectively managing time and handling challenging situations, this course covers the entire spectrum of meeting design and facilitation. Participants will emerge with the confidence and expertise to lead meetings that inspire creativity, drive decision-making, and propel organizational success.

This 5-week hybrid course is designed to empower professionals with comprehensive skills essential for effective workplace leadership. Combining interactive 2-hour asynchronous online modules with engaging weekly 2-hour Zoom sessions, the course offers a flexible learning environment conducive to busy schedules. Participants will explore the nuances of leadership, management, and supervision roles, mastering key responsibilities, leadership styles, and essential communication strategies. Through practical exercises and case studies, they will develop proficiency in strategic decision-making, efficient task prioritization, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. By the culmination of the course, attendees will be equipped with the tools and insights needed to lead and manage teams effectively in today's dynamic work environments.

Note: This is a hybrid class, with days that we will meet in person on campus, and days that we will meet over Zoom. There will also be asychronous videos and activities to complete Weeks 2-4 before class. Please see below for a complete schedule and additional information.

Course Outline and Schedule:

• Week 1:
  • Finding Balance in Responsibilities: Crafting an Effective Blend of Management and Supervision
  • We meet from 1-5pm on campus
• Week 2:
  • Cultivating Growth: Developing Employees and Yourself
  • We meet from 3-5pm over Zoom
• Week 3:
  • Collaborative Success: Managing a High-Performance Team
  • We meet from 3-5pm over Zoom
• Week 4:
  • Embracing Uncomfortable Conversations: Strategies for Conflict Management
  • We meet from 3-5pm over Zoom
• Week 5:
  • Nurturing Talent: Productive Mentorship and Coaching
  • We meet from 1-5pm on campus

This course delves into the multifaceted aspects of cultural competence in leadership, drawing on key pillars such as embracing diversity, navigating cultural nuances in politics and religion, fostering cultural sensitivity, and building a healthy work culture while addressing legal considerations crucial to leadership roles. Participants will explore strategies for inclusive workplace leadership, including generational management techniques to effectively engage diverse teams. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and practical exercises, managers will develop the skills and insights necessary to lead inclusively, navigate cultural complexities, and create environments where all team members can thrive. This course equips managers with the tools to harness the power of diversity, drive innovation, and foster a culture of respect and inclusion essential for organizational success in today's globalized landscape.

This course is tailored for managers seeking to navigate the complex interplay between employee performance and mental well-being. Participants will gain invaluable insights into identifying, understanding, and addressing both performance issues and underlying mental health concerns among their team members. With a focus on practical strategies and real-world scenarios, managers will learn how to effectively discern when to initiate conversations, provide support, refer individuals to HR or other support services, or address issues as performance-related versus those requiring a more nuanced and empathetic approach. By equipping managers with the knowledge and tools to promote a culture of care, understanding, and high performance, this course empowers them to foster healthier, more productive work environments while supporting the holistic well-being of their teams.

In this course, an experienced Project Management Professional will help you master the essentials of project management. You will become an indispensable member of your project team by discovering and mastering the critical concepts you need to plan, implement, control and close any type of project.

You will learn about project politics and ethics, project measurements, and project closure. You will be able to develop all sections of a project plan, you will become comfortable with the project management body of knowledge, and you will develop a variety of powerful techniques to generate project ideas.

If you're new to project management, this course will provide you with the essential information you will need to prepare for and complete your first project. If you're an experienced project manager, this course will make you more valuable to your employer by increasing your skills and competencies.

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If you have been assigned projects and need a quick jump start to get going, then this is the course for you. You will learn the 10 essential skills you need to survive and thrive. Topics include understanding the business need and the related project outcomes, setting project boundaries so you know what's included and what's not, getting to know your project stakeholders and their needs so you can set and meet their expectations, and how to plan projects and create a schedule.

It's not enough to just manage a project, you also have to control it, so things don't get out of hand. Eventually, the project will come to an end, so you will need to know what project closing looks like. You will want to turn the project over to your customer, so you can close down the project and move on to your next big adventure.

Throughout the course, you will find examples of real projects and how each of these essential skills applies in the real world. Project management skills are essential life skills with many practical applications and all industries. Project management and leadership are consistently the top two skill sets current and future employers look for, so this is also essential for your professional development.

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Stand out to future employers or acquire a potential promotion with your existing employer with a globally recognized project management certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. This comprehensive online course will prepare you for the PMI's® prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam and what to expect after you complete it. You will learn about the eight project performance domains and what is new in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) 7th edition.

Expand your knowledge of important industry-related methodologies, including predictive and agile project management. Raise your project management IQ by exploring project management tools and techniques. Throughout the course, use proven learning strategies to help absorb key terminology, concepts, and processes while preparing for your online project management certificate.

Register for this course here: https://www.ed2go.com/frontrange/online-courses/project-management-with-pmp-prep/