Upcoming
Training Programs
ASSESMENT CENTER FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
October 4th & 11th, 2007
REGISTRATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 17
PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
October '07 - April '08
REGISTRATION DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 15
SEMINAR PROGRAMS
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!!
TEAMWORK: WORKING TOGETHER FOR RESULTS
October 16th, 2007
EFFECTIVE DECISION MAKING
October 18th, 2007
ESSENTIALS OF CLEAR COMMUNICATIONS
October 25th, 2007
OPTIMAL ORGANIZATION &TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS
November 1st, 2007
DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS
November 6th & 7th, 2007
SUPPLY CHAIN FINANCE: BEST PRACTICES
November 13th & 14th, 2007
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE NON-FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL
January 9th & 10th, 2008
LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST PROGRAMS
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!
"INNOVATE TO SUCCEED"
Thursday, October 11th, 2007
"IS YOUR ICEBURG MELTING?: LEADING CHANGE MANAGEMENT IN THE ORGANIZATION"
Thursday, November 8th, 2007
"DEMYSTIFYING STRATEGY"
Thursday, December 6th, 2007
Contact Information:
Professional Education
Iacocca Institute
Lehigh University
111 Research Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015
610.758.5664
www.iacocca-lehigh.org
professionaleducation@lehigh.edu
Professional Education: 2007-2008 Year
As we enter a new year in Iacocca Institute Professional Education at Lehigh University, we would like to introduce you to our team; welcome a new addition to our staff; and say good luck to one of the established members of our organization.
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BEATING THE ODDS:
Corporate Strength for Years to Come
Is your company poised to “Beat the Odds,” and become the kind of company that can remain strong for not just years, but for generations? We invite you to take a short management survey jointly sponsored by Better Management of SAS, the Iacocca Institute of Lehigh University, and former business executive and now-author Robert A. Rudzki.
(Take the "Beat the Odds" Survey)
By taking less than 10 minutes to participate, you’ll gain a perspective of some of the key topics that determine whether your company is poised for a long lifespan -- or is critically flawed in ways you may be overlooking.
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Fall 2007
Leadership Breakfast Programs
"INNOVATE TO SUCCEED"
Frank Zenie
Thursday, October 11, 2007; 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. st Series
2007 - 2008
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2007-2008 Seminars:
Effective Decision Making
(October 16, 2007)
Facilitator: Andrew Longman
This Effective Decision Making program will explore how to relate data from different sources and make rational decisions that reflect factual information. The participants will learn the essentials of decision making such as clarifying the purpose and defining decision criteria first, evaluating the alternative solutions by measuring them against the specific objectives, assessing the risks of the various choices, and making the decision that best balances the positive outcomes with the potential risks.
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Teamwork: Working together for Results
(October 23, 2007)
Facilitator: Mary Connors
A positive teaming enviornment is able to foster collaboration among team members by showing respect for others, encourage open expression of ideas and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team. This seminar teaches the techniques that enable participants to better collaborate with team members; validate team members and seek input from others; check for common understanding; contribute to meetings; and improve listening skills. For more information on the instructor click on the link:
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Essentials of Clear Communications
(October 25, 2007)
Facilitator: Mary Frances Schurtz-Leon
Learning effective and clear communication (both verbal and nonverbal forms) allows individuals to effectively express themselves in most situations. In this seminar, participants will learn techniques to improve their ability to speak clearly, confidently, expressively and concisely while using appropriate grammar. Participants will also explore various types of non-verbal communication, including eye contact, body language and pace of communications.
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For information on other Professional Training Programs at Lehigh University, click below:
Office of Distance Education
College of Business and Economics Graduate Programs
vSeries in Corporate Entrepreneurship
Lehigh University Human Resources' Workplace Learning and Performance