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Do you feel like you're spinning your wheels and not getting anywhere? You might benefit from some new tools in your productivity toolbox. Come learn tips from Northern Indiana's only Certified Professional Organizer and Productivity Consultant.

Wednesday, April 24, 2019, Modular Classroom Bldg Rm 114
This introduction to the human resources profession and its practices is designed for entry-level HR professionals, small business owners responsible for the HR function in their companies, and those considering a potential change of career to HR.

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Presenting in front of an audience is one of the best ways to earn respect and share your ideas. However, many professionals either fear public speaking or lack the skills to present effectively. This two-session course is designed to help you overcome each of these challenges.

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This program is designed to provide you with the skill and knowledge needed to be a successful project manager. The six modules are closely aligned with PMI® PMBOK© Guide, version 6, and have been developed in cohort with the Northeast Indiana Chapter of PMI Professional Development group.

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This is an in-depth project management learning experience completely aligned with the Project Management Institute's standards and philosophies. The Project Management Institute's (PMI) PMP® credential recognizes demonstrated knowledge and skill in leading and directing project teams and in delivering project results within the constraints of schedule, budget, and resources.

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In this course, you will learn basic definitions and concepts for planning and controlling the flow of materials into, through and out of an organization. You also will gain an understanding of the fundamental relationships among the activities that occur in the supply chain from suppliers to customers.

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This series involves comprehensive supply chain training for internal operations. Topics include: Module 1: Strategic Management of Resources, Module 2: Master Planning of Resources, Module 3: Detailed Scheduling and Planning, Module 4: Execution and Control of Operations

April 18, 2019 to May 17, 2019, Various locations
A workshop focused on what leaders need to know about diversity, inclusion, and the #MeToo movement for 2020 and Beyond.

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This workshop includes an engaging and informative discussion integrating legal and ethical issues as it pertains to mental and behavioral health practice. Learn about common pitfalls professionals face and strategies to avoid them. 

Friday, May 10, 2019, Bowen Center Training Institute - Warsaw
Friday, June 21, 2019, Modular Classroom Bldg Rm 114
What is this buzz word "Emotional Intelligence" and how can it make you a better leader?  This is a dynamic training that helps you explore your EI score and teaches you some helpful and practical insights on how it can enhance your leadership style.

Friday, July 19, 2019, Bowen Center Training Institute - Warsaw
Friday, August 16, 2019, Modular Classroom Bldg Rm 114
If you work with people who are in crisis, are dealing with illness, or have experienced trauma, you may be at risk of experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout.

Wednesday, September 25, 2019, Bowen Center Training Institute - Warsaw
Wednesday, October 23, 2019, Dolnick Center Rm 173
Financial statements provide insight into the financial position and health of a company, all things that you need to understand to run your company. This course will walk you through balance sheets and income statements and how to use the information on them to perform financial analysis. It will give you a solid understanding of financial information to help you make smart and strategic business decisions.

June 11-18, 2019, Modular Classroom Bldg Rm 114
The "heart and soul" of a business is its marketing plan. This course highlights the critical elements of a marketing plan and provides tips and resources available for developing sound marketing strategies.

Monday, May 20, 2019, Purdue Fort Wayne Hobson Center - 4312 Hobson Road, Suite B (Behind Speedway gas station on Hobson)
Monday, August 19, 2019, Purdue Fort Wayne Hobson Center - 4312 Hobson Road, Suite B (Behind Speedway gas station on Hobson)
Where is the money? This workshop reviews a variety of funding sources, including commercial lenders, the SBA, and state, regional and local programs, and highlights financial terminology and borrower qualifications. The seminar is intended for individuals starting a business as well as owners of existing businesses who are investigating financing options.

Monday, June 17, 2019, Purdue Fort Wayne Hobson Center - 4312 Hobson Road, Suite B (Behind Speedway gas station on Hobson)
A business plan is used by company owners to manage the direction and expectations of their business as well as to solicit funding for implementing growth strategies or starting a new enterprise. This one-session workshop covers the basic elements and includes tips for writing a business plan to fuel success.

Monday, July 15, 2019, Purdue Fort Wayne Hobson Center - 4312 Hobson Road, Suite B (Behind Speedway gas station on Hobson)
Microsoft® Excel® is the most widely-used spreadsheet in business for managing, analyzing and presenting data. In this course, which combines lecture and hands-on practice, you will learn how to create spreadsheets and perform basic data analysis.

July 2-30, 2019, Kettler Hall Rm 116
Prerequisite: Microsoft® Excel®: Basic or equivalent knowledge. In this course combining lecture and hands-on practice, you will review the basics of Excel® before proceeding to advanced features. Learn advanced formatting, outlines, charting, and data consolidation, creating and managing cell names, working with lists and tables, saving and publishing as web pages and working with hyperlinks, and documenting and auditing workbooks. Basic macros and pivot tables are also covered.

August 6-20, 2019, Kettler Hall Rm 116
Discover how to create and deliver engaging multimedia presentations that convey the key points of your message through the use of text, graphics, and animations. Identify the basic features and functions of PowerPoint® 2016.

July 31, 2019 to August 14, 2019, Kettler Hall Rm 148
Do you have QuickBooks® Online or are you hoping to transition from traditional QuickBooks® to QuickBooks® Online for your small business? In this hands-on course, you will learn to manage your business on-the-go, access your data anytime or anywhere from your iPad, mobile phone or computer.

May 9, 2019 to June 13, 2019, Kettler Hall Rm 116
QuickBooks® is user friendly and an excellent choice for small business owners wanting to do electronic bookkeeping and accounting. Learn how to set up a new company and perform business-related tasks such as writing checks, invoicing, tracking receivables and payables, inventories, bank reconciliations, payroll functions, and journal entries, as well as how to print various reports and financial statements.

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Learn the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) process,data collection techniques, and statistical methods used in Six Sigma projects.

August 20, 2019 to September 24, 2019, Various locations
This program offers a cost-effective method to train and certify in Six Sigma techniques. Learn the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) process aided by the advanced statistical methods used in Six Sigma projects.(Includes Green Belt.) Successful Six Sigma projects produce measurable results and help increase a company's skill in process optimization and continuous improvement.

August 20, 2019 to November 5, 2019, Various locations
This is an online course. There is no specific start or end date. You may start and finish this program at any time.
This intensive, nationally-acclaimed online course is for legal professionals in any phase of their career who would like to enhance their career options. Practice-oriented instruction will teach participants how to interview clients and witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, prepare legal documents and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation.

January 1, 2019 to July 31, 2019, Online Course
This is an online course. There is no specific start or end date. You may start and finish this program at any time.
The Advanced Paralegal Study courses are offered in addition to the Paralegal Certificate course providing students more in-depth coverage of specific topics of law.

January 31, 2019 to August 31, 2019, Online Course
This is an online course. There is no specific start or end date. You may start and finish this program at any time.
.Employment law is a branch of contract law that deals with relationships between employers and employees.

January 31, 2019 to August 31, 2019, Online Course
This comprehensive approach to developing leaders is adaptable to the needs of any organization and features three tracks developed specifically for team leaders, frontline managers, mid-level managers, and emerging leaders.The program will begin with an individual assessment to provide a framework for the curriculum and serve as the foundation for your leadership development. The tracks can be completed in one semester or across several, allowing flexibility to participants and an ability to develop their skills in a schedule that is accommodating to their personal and professional lives.

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In this Track, learn ow to better manage your time, leverage your strengths, better communicate, work effectively by embracing diversity, harness the power of engagement, and how to coach for high performance. Learn and discuss techniques to influence change and those responsible for it.

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In Track III, learn how to Unlock the Synergy in Teams, management Team Dynamics and Conflict, Facilitator Basics, and How to Make Meetings Work.

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Developing effective grant writing skills are essential to acquire competitive funding from government agencies and private foundations. Writing a successful grant proposal requires basic know-how, content knowledge, writing proficiency, strong research skills, creativity, organizational ability, and patience.

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This course is intended for new supervisors, office managers and entry level HR employees who need to better understand employment law, performance management, staffing and more. Participants will leave with a better understanding of the front-line supervisor's role in important HR-related transactions.

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Learn how to secure and retain affordable, decent, and safe housing. Learn about fair housing regulations and available housing programs. Also includes how to search for housing, deposits, inspections, general lease terms and the termination process.

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Understand the job search process from applications to job offers. In addition, participants will receive special information to assist with common employment barriers such as criminal history and limited computer skills. By the end of this session you will have a new or updated completed resume ready to send to employers.

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Learn to access affordable childcare and parenting classes. Learn how to care for aging family members. Additional information includes resources for dealing with special needs situations including military families, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking abilities.

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Learn to access low cost medical and dental care, access wellness programs and insurance. Learn where to find healthy and nutritious family meals, including information about urban gardening projects and coupon clubs.

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Gain an overview of the issues that affect some residents to fully partake in the attractions and activities in our All-American City. Discover the importance of connecting residents to the cultural, entertainment and recreational activities available. In addition, learn more about city demographics and local government.

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The Social Media Professional Certificate is designed to provide you with the foundation and skill set needed in the evolving world of social media tools and strategies so they can be immediately applied in the workplace.

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This full-day workshop combines classroom-style learning with an interactive"live" simulation, during which class participants become managers and workers within a fictitious company. Workshop participants learn lean definitions and techniques and explore the application of lean techniques in a simulated office. 


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