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Fundamentals of AI

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills
This course is entirely online and self-paced with no live sessions with instructors. You can register and begin this course at any time. It is designed to take the average learner 3-4 hours to complete. This introductory course demystifies artificial intelligence by explaining what it is and how it works. You'll gain a fundamental understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and familiarize yourself with various AI tools. Learn how AI tools are commonly applied, as well as their strengths and limitations. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this course serves as a solid foundation for subsequent, more interactive coursework.
Upcoming Dates

Aug. 15, 2024–June 30, 2025

Self-paced

$50

Human-Centered Leadership Certificate

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Workplace Culture & Belonging
This human-centered leadership training certificate consists of coursework designed for leaders and aspiring leaders committed to developing teams that demonstrate resilience and adaptability. By focusing on individual team members' contributions, motivations and development, the human-centered leader fosters the kind of confidence and sense of well-being needed to confront change productively and prevent burnout. To earn the certificate, learners shall complete four core courses and one elective, totaling 35-38 class hours.
Upcoming Dates

Feb. 1, 2025–June 30, 2025

Live online

AI Management for Social Impact

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills
Customizable
Learn how to ethically assess and strategically implement AI solutions that enhance your organization's mission. Gain practical skills in using AI tools for tasks like grant writing and impact reporting. Develop sustainable AI practices that prioritize and serve your organization's values.
Upcoming Dates

April 29, 2025–May 13, 2025

Group-paced

$590; gov't/nonprofit $490

The Manager's Role in Work Satisfaction and Engagement

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
There are many myths about what managers can and should do to support employee work performance, satisfaction and engagement. Learn what decades of real-world management experience reveal about best practices and tools, plus gain insights into today's diverse and fast-moving environments.
Upcoming Dates

April 30, 2025–May 8, 2025

Live online

$580.00 Standard
$480.00 Gov't/ Nonprofit

Sep. 23, 2025–Oct. 1, 2025

Live online

$590; $490 gov't/nonprofit

Intrapersonal Communication: How Your Inner Voice Influences Your Outer World

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
The messages we process internally often impact how we communicate with the world around us. This course helps individuals understand their inner voice, the types and forms of intrapersonal communication and the tools for successfully using this skill in personal and professional environments.
Upcoming Dates

May 1–8, 2025

Live online

$460; gov't/nonprofit $360

Oct. 9–16, 2025

Live online

$470; $370 gov't/nonprofit

Strategic Project Management: Optimizing Resources and Navigating Risks

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
Advance your project management skills by diving deep into some of the critical components of managing a project. Going beyond the basics of project management creates a culture of learning, accountability, transparency, high performance and successful delivery.
Upcoming Dates

May 7–9, 2025

Live online

$590; govt./nonprofit $490

Managing Organizational Change

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
A key challenge for today's leaders is helping employees to understand the need for change. They must help employees discover new ways of working and embracing these new ideas. We explore strategies for communicating the need for change and building employee commitment to that change.
Upcoming Dates

May 7–8, 2025

Live online

$450; Gov't/Nonprofit $350

Leading from a Distance: Team Building in a Hybrid World

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
We're seeing more organizations with employees who work from home, live in other states and often live in other countries. "Lead from a distance" by understanding the challenges and best practices. Build trust, navigate conflict, make decisions and conduct engaging meetings with virtual staff.
Upcoming Dates

May 13–15, 2025

Live online

$460; gov't/non-profit $360

Nov. 18–20, 2025

Live online

$470 Standard
$370 gov't/nonprofit

Facilitating Effective Meetings

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
Gain an understanding of the mechanics of managing a meeting well. Learn to develop an agenda, manage meeting dynamics, deal with disruptive behavior, keep the meeting on track, track assignments and record the decisions and actions of the group. The session includes templates and models.
Upcoming Dates

May 14–15, 2025

Live online

$450; Govt./Nonprofit $350

Workplace Neurodiversity: Creating Spaces Where All Minds Can Thrive

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Workplace Culture & Belonging
Neurodiversity reflects the natural variation in human minds and how people interact with the world differently as a result. In the workplace, building awareness for how neurodivergence appears within it is the first step towards realizing the innovation and creativity a supported team can generate.
Upcoming Dates

May 15–22, 2025

Live online

$450; gov't/nonprofit $350

Nov. 7–14, 2025

Live online

$460; $360 gov't/Nonprofit

Psychological Health and Safety at Work

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills
The world now recognizes mental health as a critical workplace issue. WHO, ILO, and ISO have developed standards to address psychological risks. This session explores the global shift and the 3 pillars of psychological health and safety to foster innovation, resilience, and prevent burnout.
Upcoming Dates

May 20–21, 2025

Live online

$490; gov't/nonprofit $390

Oct. 21–22, 2025

Live online

$490; gov't/nonprofit $390

Agile Scrum for Project Management

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
This class will help build foundational knowledge of Scrum and equip you with skills to effectively manage, lead or be a member of a Scrum team. You will learn what kinds of projects call for an Agile Scrum approach.
Upcoming Dates

May 21–28, 2025

Live online

$590; gov't/nonprofit $490

Aug. 20–27, 2025

Live online

$650 Standard
$550 gov't/nonprofit

Oct. 20–27, 2025

Live online

$650 Standard
$550 gov't/nonprofit

Dec. 3–10, 2025

Live online

$650 Standard
$550 gov't/nonprofit

Conflict in the Workplace: Crafting and Adapting Your Role in Resolution

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Managing conflict can improve decision-making and strengthen professional relationships. In this interactive course, you'll develop your self-awareness while exploring conflict styles and approaches you can use to foster productive resolutions.
Upcoming Dates

June 3–12, 2025

Live online

$480; Gov't/Nonprofit $380

Nov. 11–18, 2025

Live online

$480; gov't/Nonprofit $380

Change Management for Projects

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
Customizable
Project management protocols don't often account for the changes in attitude and behavior that people will need to make to ensure the successful adoption of change. This workshop will focus on the integration of change management and project management processes and tools.
Upcoming Dates

June 9–23, 2025

Live online

$450; gov't/nonprofit $350

Oct. 9–23, 2025

Live online

$470; Gov't/nonprofit $370

Dec. 2–16, 2025

Live online

Standard $470 Gov't./nonprofit $370* *This rate is available to nonprofit and public sector organizations, government agencies, and nonprofit educational institutions. For questions about eligibility, please contact the program director.

Trauma Informed Leadership: A Guide for All Managers

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills→Leadership & Management
This course empowers managers to support team members impacted by trauma while maintaining personal and professional boundaries. Learn to balance compassion with productivity and navigate complex situations guided by employment law. Reduce stress, boost morale and build a stronger team.
Upcoming Dates

June 10–11, 2025

Live online

$490; $390 gov't/nonprofit

Dec. 17–18, 2025

Live online

$490; gov't/ nonprofit $390

Fundamentals of Project Management

Subject Area: Leadership, Management & Workplace Skills
Customizable
Gain foundational knowledge and explore best practices in project management to build the personal knowledge, skill and confidence you need to effectively lead projects. Whether you're leading your first project or looking for strategies to ensure project success, you will benefit from this class.
Upcoming Dates

June 18–26, 2025

Live online

$590; gov't/nonprofit $490

July 14–23, 2025

Group-paced

$620; gov't/nonprofit $520

Sep. 8–17, 2025

Live online

$620 Standard
$520 Gov't./nonprofit* *This rate is available to nonprofit and public sector organizations, government agencies and nonprofit educational institutions. For questions about eligibility, please contact the program director.

Nov. 12–19, 2025

Live online

$620 Standard
$520 Gov't./nonprofit* *This rate is available to nonprofit and public sector organizations, government agencies and nonprofit educational institutions. For questions about eligibility, please contact the program director.

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