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Getting Stuff Done: Personal Development Boot Camp
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 4 Hours In this course, you will explore what personal efficiency is all about, as well as useful attitudes and skills that you might want to develop. You will learn about the 80/20 system, what characteristics your organizational system should have, how to design a functional workspace, and techniques for organizing your daily to-do items. You will also learn how to set up and maintain information management systems (both physical and virtual), prioritize tasks, create routines, and tackle procrastination. -
Conducting Effective Performance Reviews
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 6 Hours This in-depth course will cover the entire performance management process, various types of performance reviews, goal setting, feedback strategies, coaching tips, techniques for handling performance problems, and ways to maintain performance. -
Becoming a Progressive Employer: Setting Trends Instead of Following Them
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours This course aims to help you understand the meaning of being a progressive business so that you can take the time to examine its concept thoroughly. It shows you the process involved in dissecting the status quo, including developing or enhancing a progressive mindset and innovative thinking. The final part of this course focuses on understanding the importance of a succession plan to a progressive organisation. -
Becoming a Better Learner
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours After you complete this course, you will be able to understand what it means to learn and become a life-long learner, know what a mindset for learning looks like and how to adopt one, set realistic goals, understand what your network is and why expanding it is important, know how to ask questions and why that is important, become accountable for your goals and take responsibility, and know how to accelerate your learning. -
Developing a Lunch and Learn Program
$199.00This course will give you the skills to develop a successful workplace Lunch and Learn Program. You begin by looking at exactly what a Lunch and Learn truly is and why to have one. Next the course guides you through the underpinnings of a Lunch and Learn and then into how to administer the program. You will get the chance to develop your own short program and wrap up the course by evaluating it. -
Balanced Scorecard Basics
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 2 Hours You will begin this course by learning what the balanced scorecard is and what types of organisations it is most useful for. Then, you will review some sample scorecards, strategy maps, and tactical action plans. You will also learn how to develop your organisation's mission, vision, and values (which form the basis for the balanced scorecard); a project vision statement; plans to implement the scorecard; and balanced scorecard teams. -
Microsoft Word 365: Part 1: Editing a Document
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour After completing this course you will be able to navigate through a Word document, select and modify text, and find and replace text. -
Meeting Management: The Art of Making Meetings Work
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours In this course, you will learn how to prepare for meetings, develop agendas, lead a meeting, differentiate between process and content, use facilitation skills in a meeting, and manage difficult participants. -
Dynamite Sales Presentations
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 4 Hours This course will show you how to create a winning proposal, and how to turn it into a dynamite sales presentation. -
Risk Management
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours In this course, you will learn about the seven R's and four T's that traditionally represent the key activities of risk management. This will give you a framework that you can customize for a single project, a department, or an entire company. -
Design Thinking: An Introduction
$199.00This course is designed to get you started using design thinking to solve problems more creatively. You will better understand problems from the customer's perspective as you apply different brainstorming techniques to identify innovative ideas. You will be able to use effective design research through use of prototypes and testing to test your ideas and keep your design ideas moving forward. Upon completion you will be ready to take on your next project using a design thinking process. -
The Practical Trainer
$199.00In this course, you will learn what makes a successful trainer and a successful training program. You will also learn about adult learning principles, the learning process, Kolbâs experiential learning cycle, and learning styles. Youâll even complete an assessment to help you identify your training preferences. Then, you will learn how to apply the learning cycle to assess needs, develop a program outline, choose training methods, design learning sequences, add some fun and games, and launch the program. You will also learn tips for delivering your program and managing difficult participants. -
Kickstarting Your Business with Crowdsourcing
$199.00This course will show you how to leverage all types of crowdsourcing (including microwork, macrowork, crowdvoting, crowdcontests, crowdwisdom, and crowdfunding) to kickstart your businessâ growth. -
Microsoft PowerPoint 365: Part 1: Working with Tables
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour By the end of this course, you will be able to create, edit and format tables for your PowerPoint presentation. -
Continuous Improvement with Lean
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 2 Hours In this course, you will learn about developing continuous improvement strategies in the workplace using Lean methodology. The course focuses on the Identify, Plan, Execute, Review cycle, and wraps up with an in-depth case study to help you practice what you have learned. -
Writing a Business Plan
$199.00In this course, you will learn the essential steps for creating a business plan, including creating a first draft; identifying the audience; gathering information; researching; describing product plans; and marketing, sales, and accounting terms. -
Survival Skills for the New Trainer
$199.00In this course, you will learn the basic skills that every trainer must have. This includes dressing appropriately, being assertive, being genuine, communicating well, connecting with people, handling difficult participants, and a desire to learn. At the end of the course, youâll review a list of doâs and donâts and consider your next steps. -
The Professional Supervisor
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 6 Hours In this course, you will learn how to plan effectively, build a high-performing team, motivate employees, provide effective feedback, delegate, and manage conflict. You will also receive an introduction to several leadership theories, including John Adair's action-centered leadership model, Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard's Situational Leadership model, and Velsoft's signature leadership assessment. -
Creating Winning Proposals
$199.00In this course, you will learn how to locate potential funders and how to match fundersâ interests with organizational needs. Along the way you will also learn the basic elements of proposal writing for not-for-profit organizations and learn to understand the process for successful proposal writing and how to build effective relationships with funders. -
Knowledge Management
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 4 Hours In this course, you will learn what knowledge is, what knowledge management is, how tacit and explicit knowledge are different, and the business benefits that knowledge management can bring. Then, you will learn about the knowledge management mix (which includes people, technology, and process) as well as a four step process for building your knowledge management framework. You will also learn about four knowledge management models: Bukowitz and Williams' KM Process Framework, Gamble and Blackwell's knowledge management matrix, Botha's process model, and Nonaka and Takeuchi's spiral model. Implementation aspects, such as knowledge management teams, post-mortem plans, KMBOKs, Chief Knowledge Officers, and pilot programs, are covered as well. -
Writing Reports and Proposals
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 3 Hours In this course you will learn about the four stages of report writing: investigating, planning, writing, and revising. You'll also learn about the ten steps of proposal writing, as well as using headings, adding visual aids, writing persuasively, and sourcing material. -
Microsoft Word 365: Part 2: Using Macros
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour After taking this course, you will be able to create and automate tasks using Macros. -
Process Improvement with Gap Analysis
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours You will learn how to embrace Process Improvement with Gap Analysis during this course which provides you with the knowledge of what gap analysis is, examples, templates, and the guidance to implement an analysis in your situation. -
Microsoft Office 365: Part 1. Using Skype for Business 2016
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour After completing this course, you will be able to make calls using Skype for Business. -
Global Business Strategies
$199.00This course provides an overview of the various factors that a business must consider before going global. Students will also begin considering how they can expand their business to the global marketplace using a variety of planning techniques. We strongly recommend that participants complete our âEntrepreneurship 101â and âBasic Business Managementâ programs before taking this course. -
Managing the Virtual Workplace
$199.00This course will teach managers and supervisors how to prepare employees for the virtual workplace, create telework programs, build virtual teams, leverage technology, and overcome cultural barriers. -
Critical Thinking
$199.00In this course, youâll learn what critical thinking is all about, what characteristics a critical thinker has, and what skills you may want to work on. Then, youâll work your way through a seven-step critical thinking model. Supporting skills, such as asking good questions, applying common sense, and thinking creatively, are also covered. -
Transgender Employees: Creating an Inclusive Work Community
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours This course introduces the importance and elements of safe inclusive workspaces for transgender persons – those identifying as one gender but born into the body of the opposing gender. It offers an introduction to terminology, elements, policies, and resources to build and sustain a safe, inclusive environment for transgender employees and increase the comfort level and productivity off all in your organisation. -
Research Skills
$199.00In this course, you will learn basic research skills, such as reading, memory recall, and note-taking. You will also learn how to create different kinds of outlines for different stages of your project, and how to move from the outline to writing, editing, and polishing. As well, youâll learn how to find information using the libraryâs Dewey Decimal System, journals, and the Internet. -
Microsoft Excel 365: Part 1: Adding Pictures and Shapes
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour In this course you will learn how to insert pictures and shapes, and format shapes. -
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Managing Pressure and Maintaining Balance
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours This course will teach you about the causes and costs of workplace pressure, the benefits of creating balance, and how to identify pressure points. You will also learn how to apply emotional intelligence, increase optimism and resilience, and develop strategies for getting ahead. -
Successfully Managing Change
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours This course covers how to manage and cope with change and how to help those around you, too. Topics explored include understanding, accepting and reacting to change; and strategies for assisting with change to be accepted and implemented in the workplace. -
Measuring Training Results
$199.00In this course, you will learn how to measure training results using Donald Kirkpatrickâs four-level evaluation model. You will also learn about essential tools and techniques, including cost-benefit analysis and return on investment. -
English as a Second Language: A Workplace Communications Primer
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 2 Hours This is an opportunity to review and enhance your proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will find that being aware of cultural and workplace influences will help keep them from creating barriers to communication. Practical information on selecting the right words, and combining them effectively to get your message across, will improve your verbal and written communication. Specific advice on email, videoconferencing, proposals, and selling your ideas will further improve your communication skills. -
Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo
$199.00Level 3 | Duration: 2 Hours Once you complete Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo your skills in this practical area of business improvement will be prepped and practiced enough to apply them in the real world. You are going to learn about the basics of Six Sigma and about various improvement tools. You will follow that up with a look at management tools for generating ideas. A look at continuous improvement is next on the agenda and the course concludes with a consideration of customer relationships. -
Microsoft Access 365: Part 1: Generate Reports
$199.00Level 3 | Duration: 1 Hour After completing this course, you will be able to create reports with controls, images, and charts. -
Microsoft Excel 365: Part 1: Using Pivot-Tables
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour In this course you will learn how to insert Pivot Tables, work with Pivot Table data, and sort and filter Pivot Table data. -
Public Speaking: Speaking Under Pressure
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 4 Hours This course will take you through preparing an effective presentation. Topics include planning your speech, identifying your audience, connecting with the listener, developing key themes and sentences, structuring your ideas, and managing nervousness and body language. You'll focus on short responses and learn ways to expand a basic presentation. -
The ABC’s Of Supervising Others
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 5 Hours This course will help you overcome many of the problems that you will encounter as a workplace leader. Topics include transitioning to a supervisory role, attitudes to cultivate, setting goals, personal productivity, communication skills, feedback techniques, conflict resolution, managing difficult conversations, and establishing credibility. -
Managing Difficult Conversations
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 3 Hours This course will give you an eight-step process for a difficult conversation, as well as some things to consider when deciding to have the conversation (such as your desired outcome, the time and place, and how to stay safe). You'll also learn how to speak persuasively, ask good questions, and listen actively. -
Microsoft Word 365: Part 1: Getting Started With Word
$199.00Level 1 | Duration: 1 Hour After taking this course you will be able to identify the components of the Word interface, create a word document and use its other features. -
Using Activities to Make Training Fun
$199.00In this course, you will explore different types of games, including icebreakers, energizers, simulations, and case studies. You will also learn how to get buy-in, deal with reluctant participants, troubleshoot games, and create your own games. To top things off, we will give you four activities that you can customize and re-use in your own training sessions. -
Conference and Event Management
$199.00In this course, you will learn all the essentials of event planning, including setting objectives, budgeting, using committees, advertising, choosing a venue, selecting a menu, developing takeaway items, gathering feedback for the plan, hosting the event, and evaluating how it all went. -
Microsoft Access 365: Part 1: Joining Tables
$199.00Level 3 | Duration: 1 Hour At the end of this course, you will be able to create query joins and work with subdatasheets and subqueries. -
Project Management Fundamentals
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 4 Hours In this course, you will learn what a project is and what a project manager does. You will also learn about the life cycle of a project. In particular, you will focus on the conceptual phase of project management, where you identify, prioritize, and scope a project idea. -
Becoming Management Material
$199.00Level 2 | Duration: 6 Hours After you complete this course, you will be able to define your role as a manager and identify how that role differs from other roles you have had, understand the management challenge and the new functions of management discover how you can prepare for and embrace the forces of change, identify ways to get you and your workspace organized and get a jump on the next crisis, identify your leadership profile and explore ways to use this knowledge to improve your success as a manager, enhance your ability to communicate with others in meetings and through presentations, and create an action plan for managing your career success. -
Intrapreneurship
$199.00In this course, youâll learn what intrapreneurship is all about. You will learn about the history and culture of intrapreneurship and assess your own intrapreneurial qualities. Youâll also explore different ways that you can contribute to the intrapreneurial process. As well, youâll learn how to develop, screen, sell, and implement your ideas.
