Executive Development Center

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#	Title	Date	Summary
51	Register now for UNI workshop focused on improving tact and diplomacy in communication Enrollment deadline is May 18 Public Relations News Release 2009:454, p.1	05/10/2010	The words used, tone and delivery of a message contribute to how well the message is received and interpreted. Workshop participants will learn the art of tactful and diplomatic communication by understanding the target audience.
52	Register now for UNI workshop on improving brain power Enrollment deadline is April 27 Public Relations News Release 2009:410, p.1	04/16/2010	According to Kim Recker, "This workshop will help you understand ways to improve your concentration, sharpen your memory and maximize your mind power. Workshop participants will enhance their ability to understand and respond strategically to problems.
53	Register now for UNI workshop on successfully juggling multiple projects; Enrollment deadline is April 20 Public Relations News Release 2009:387, p.1	04/08/2010	The workshop, "Juggling Multiple Projects Successfully," will introduce participants to tools and techniques to ensure project success. Kelly Green will lead the workshop.
54	Register now for UNI workshop on keeping employees happy and motivated; Enrollment deadline is April 15 Public Relations News Release 2009:379, p.1	04/06/2010	Workshop participants will learn how to maintain and improve employee morale in both good and difficult times. They will be introduced to advanced principles of motivation, and develop and utilize strategies that will best fit their direct reports.
55	Register now for UNI workshop on managing through change Enrollment deadline is April 9 Public Relations News Release 2009:361, p.1	03/30/2010	"Managing People through Change," participants will practice ways to engage staff in a productive, constructive dialogue, use coaching techniques to transition people into their new roles and responsibilities, and help employees deal with ambiguity.
56	Green Iowa AmeriCorps looks to fill summer positions in Black Hawk and Linn counties Public Relations News Release 2009:360, p.1	03/29/2010	The positions will last for three-month in the summer in Cedar Falls and Cedar Rapids in order to continue its response to the growing need for energy conservation after extensive flooding in 2008. Those hired will provide education and energy services.
57	Register now for UNI workshop on managing your boss; Enrolment deadline is March 30 Public Relations News Release 2009:345, p.1	03/22/2010	Workshop articipants will practice managing expectations and priorities to improve their working relationship with their boss and advance their performance. Jim Hogan, human resources consultant, will facilitate the workshop.
58	Register now for UNI workshop focused on handling negativity in the workplace; Enrollment deadline is March 19 Public Relations News Release 2009:319, p.1	03/08/2010	The workshop, "How to Manage Nests of Negativity," will help participants learn how to identify and confront employees who are never satisfied, frequently complain and are vicious with their words and accusations. Vickie Robinson will lead the workshop.
59	Register now for UNI's negotiating, Resolving Conflict and Decision Making Certificate Program for business professionals; Enrollment deadline is Marc Public Relations News Release 2009:306, p.1	03/02/2010	The program is designed to equip people and develop their confidence to handle disputes, resolve conflict and make better business decisions. The program is geared toward individuals who manage people or projects.
60	UNI leadership development program for professionals begins Jan. 27 Public Relations News Release 2009:209, p.1	12/22/2009	The program consists of 10 full-day sessions. It is designed to transform good managers into great leaders. Participants are challenged to change from thinking like a manager to thinking like a strategic leader.
61	UNI Executive Development Center honors professional development grads Public Relations News Release 2009:207, p.1	12/21/2009	Sixteen young leaders graduated on Dec. 16. The Professional Development program is designed for individuals who want to expand essential business skills and advance their careers. The names of 2009 graduates are listed.
62	Register now for workshop on managing a multi-generational staff Enrollment deadline is Nov. 23 Public Relations News Release 2009:169, p.1	11/10/2009	Workshop participants will examine the cultural events and life experiences of each generation to explain how beliefs, values and ways of thinking are formed and will practice managing conflicts between coworkers and customers of different generations.
63	Register now for UNI workshop on coaching to optimize performance Enrollment deadline is Nov.5 Public Relations News Release 2009:124, p.1	10/20/2009	The workshop entitled "Discovering your Employees' Strengths and Coaching to Optimize Performance," is on Nov. 10. Workshop participants will learn to understand the value of coaching as a manager and to recognize opportunities for coaching team members.
64	Register now for UNI workshop on managing conflict Enrollment deadline is Oct. 6 Public Relations News Release 2009:78, p.1	09/24/2009	Participants will learn strategies to deal with difficult people and practice how to address conflicts with customers, staff and bosses face to face. "Conflict is inevitable. This session will explore work behavioral patterns and how to approach others."
65	Register now for UNI workshop on building culture to maximize performance Enrollment deadline is Sept. 25 Public Relations News Release 2009:60, p.1	09/16/2009	"Building a Motivating Culture to Maximize Performance" participants will learn how to identify what is important to their employees, analyze and identify people-based and reward-based motivators, and develop recognition and reward processes.
66	Register now for UNI workshop on organization and time management Enrollment deadline is Sept. 23 Public Relations News Release 2009:35, p.1	09/09/2009	The workshop is called "Managing Multiple Priorities: Organization and Time Management. Participants will learn how to handle pressure and stay focused as deadlines near. They also will review time organization management techniques.
67	Register now foMr UNI business workshops on interviewing tMechniques, practices of successful managers Enrollment deadlines are Sept. 9 and 10 Public Relations News Release 2009:14, p.1	08/25/2009	The workshops are called "Are You the One for Me? Behavioral Interviewing Techniques" and Sharpen Your Saw: Skills and Practices of Successful Managers." The workshop will teach interviewers when and how to probe deeper into answers.
68	UNI's Professional Development Certificate program begins Aug. 12 Enrollment deadline is July 31 Public Relations News Release 2008:610, p.1	07/20/2009	The program consists of 10 full-day sessions, held between Wednesday, Aug. 12 and Wednesday, Dec. 16. It is designed for individuals wanting to gain a comprehensive toolkit of critical business skills.
69	Register now for UNI workshop on survival skills for the first-time supervisor Enrollment deadline is July 17 Public Relations News Release 2008:594, p.1	07/01/2009	Workshop participants will learn how to build new relationships with former peers, define their natural leadership style and create a plan for rewarding and disciplining appropriately as a new manager. Jim Howan will facilitate the workshop.
70	Register now for UNI workshop on business etiquette Enrollment deadline is July 3 Public Relations News Release 2008:578, p.1	06/17/2009	Participants will learn what is appropriate when communicating on the job, observe examples of acceptable and unacceptable communication and identify proper business attire."The workshop will teach the written and unwritten rules of etiquette in business.
71	UNI Executive Development Center Honors Leadership Development Grads Public Relations News Release 2008:555, p.1	05/29/2009	Thirteen promising young leaders graduated from Iowa's Executive Development Center Leadership Development Certificate Program on May 27. The program is designed for experienced managers who will soon assume senior management positions. Students listed.
72	Register now for UNI workshop on the skills and practices of successful managers Enrollment deadline is May 4 Public Relations News Release 2008:499, p.1	04/22/2009	Mary Richardson will present "Sharpen Your Saw: Skills and Practices of Successful Managers. Participants will define a successful manager, discover best practices of successful managers, and learn how to be proactive instead of reactive.
73	Register now for UNI workshop on behavioral interviewing techniques Enrollment deadline is May 4 Public Relations News Release 2008:489, p.1	04/22/2009	The workshop "Are You the One for Me? Behavioral Interviewing Techniques," is designed for workshop participants to identify common faults of interviewing practices. It will identify which questions should be asked during an interview based on the job.
74	Register now for UNI workshop on building a motivating culture to maximize performance Enrollment deadline is April 24 Public Relations News Release 2008:447, p.1	04/07/2009	Participants will have the opportunity to identify what is truly important to employees, analyze and identify people-based and reward-based motivators, develop recognition and reward processes, and learn how to energize multiple dimensions at work.
75	Register now for UNI workshop on Discovering Employee Strengths and Coaching to Optimize Performance Enrollment deadline is April 7 Public Relations News Release 2008:422, p.1	03/27/2009	Workshop participants will have the opportunity to understand the value of coaching as a manager, learn how to empower employees to take responsibility for their personal and career development, and recognize opportunities for coaching team members.
76	Register now for UNI workshop on managing a multi-generational staff Enrollment deadline is Feb. 25 Public Relations News Release 2008:381, p.1	03/04/2009	The management workshop, "First Time Supervisor Survival Skills," participants will learn why it's important and how to build new relationships with former peers; define their natural leadership style; gain strategies for managing conflict.
77	Register now for UNI workshop on managing a multi-generational staff Enrollment deadline is Feb. 25 Public Relations News Release 2008:356, p.1	02/19/2009	Workshop participants will examine the cultural events and life experiences of each generation; learn to identify and appreciate the differences between generations and how to leverage those generations within a team; and practice how to manage conflicts.
78	UNI Executive Development Center honors 11 Public Relations News Release 2008:334, p.1	02/03/2009	The Business and Management Certificate Program is designed to provide individuals with a strong foundation of the critical business skills to be successful in today's competive business world. People who graduated are listed.
79	Register now for UNI workshop on managing multiple priorities Enrollment deadline is Feb. 10 Public Relations News Release 2008:328, p.1	02/02/2009	The management workshop, "Managing Multiple Priorities: Organization and Time Management," participants will learn why many people struggle with organization and time management and how to use a prioritizing plan.
80	Register now for business etiquette workshop at UNI Enrollment deadline is Jan. 27 Public Relations News Release 2008:313, p.1	01/21/2009	Workshop participants will learn what is appropriate and not appropriate when communicating by telephone, cell phone, e-mail and voicemail; ovserve examples of acceptable and unacceptable ways to communicate and be able to identify the subtle nuances.
81	UNI leadership development program for professionals begins Jan. 28 Enrollment deadline is Jan. 16 Public Relations News Release 2008:286, p.1	01/05/2009	The Leadership Development Certificate Program is designed for experienced managers who will soon be in senior leadership positions and guiding their organizations through change and competition.
82	UNI leadership development program for professionals begins Jan. 28 Enrollment deadline is Jan. 16 Public Relations News Release 2008:248, p.1	12/01/2008	The program is designed for experienced managers who will soon be in senior leadership positions and guiding their organizations through change and competition. Patricipants are challenged to analyze concepts from their organizations' perspective.
83	Register now for UNI workshop focused on business management Enrollment deadline is Nov. 21 Public Relations News Release 2008:222, p.1	11/14/2008	The workshop is called, "Getting Results that Support the Vision: The Job of Successful Supervisors and Managers." Participants will learn how to articulate a solid understanding of where the company wants to go.
84	Register now for UNI workshop focused on employee motivation Enrollment deadline is Nov. 7 Public Relations News Release 2008:180, p.1	10/27/2008	"Tapping Employee Energy: Motivating to Maximize Performance," will help workshop participants learn to focus on what staff members truly want and acquire skills to analyze and identify people-based and reward-based motivators.
85	Register now for UNI workshop focused on improving employee performance Enrollment deadline is Oct. 10 Public Relations News Release 2008:115, p.1	10/03/2008	The workshop, "Coaching Employees to Improve Performance," will be held in the Curris Business Building. Participants will gain an understanding of the differences between individual and group needs.
86	Register now for UNI workshop focused on organization and time management Enrollment deadline is Oct. 3 Public Relations News Release 2008:96, p.1	09/24/2008	Workshop participants signing up for "Managing Multiple Priorities: Organization and Time Management," will learn why many people struggle with organization and time management;and identify situations when time is used effectively and ineffectively.
87	Register now for UNI workshop designed for experienced supervisors Enrollment deadline is Sept. 30 Public Relations News Release 2008:83, p.1	09/18/2008	Registration is now open for the management workshop "Top Supervisors Prevent Fires: Refresher for Experienced Supervisors" hosted by the Executive Development Center.
88	Certificates enhance majors Northern Iowan 105:4, p.3	09/12/2008	Certificate program aimed at practitioners who want to develop a strong foundation of critical business skills and knowledge; photo.
89	Register now for UNI workshop designed for middle managers: Enrollment deadline is Sept. 17 Public Relations News Release 2008:52, p.1	09/08/2008	Registration is now open for the management workshop "Don't Get Caught in the Middle: How Middle Managers Effectively Deal with Bosses and Staff Members," hosted by the University Executive Development Center.
90	Space limited for UNI Business and Management Certificate Program: Deadline for registration is Sept. 12 Public Relations News Release 2008:45, p.1	09/04/2008	The program consists of 10 one-day sessions. This program is designed for individuals who want to advance their careers and help their organizations grow and succeed. Session topics include communicating and managing conflict; team building and others.
91	Business and Management Certificate Program begins Sept. 17 Public Relations News Release 2008:22, p.22	08/21/2008	Based on an abbreviated MBA, this program is designed for individuals who want to advance their careers and help their organizations grow and succees. Session topics include: communicating and managing conflict; and performance management: (more).
92	UNI Executive Development Center Honors 2008 Leadership Development Grads Public Relations News Release 2007:720, p.1	06/10/2008	For more than 20 years, the center has provided leading-edge supervisory, managerial and executive development programs to businesses across Iowa. Eighteen students graduated from the Leadership Development Certificate Program.