Employee Development Addresses training and development at all levels of the organization from initial orientation to executive development. Discusses various models including in-house training, using vendors, and developing partnerships with colleges and universities. Consulting Theory and Practice Prepares HR professionals to be more effective internal consultants, to do consultative selling of HR programs, and to work with outside agencies to meet their organization's needs. Business Communication Emphasizes the art of writing and speaking and the craft of revision and editing one's own work. Focuses on direct, concise, reader-oriented business communications and helps participants develop and focus a purpose, create powerful sentences, adjust tone, and clearly communicate ideas.
Participants prepare speeches, letters, and memoranda.
Financial Management Addresses financial management for HR professionals with little or no background in finance. Labor Relations Detailed examination of the National Labor Relations Act. Also addresses negotiation and conflict resolution, labor theory, labor history, and labor economics. Current Topics in HR Provides a forum for addressing timely topics in human resources such as downsizing, reengineering, 360-degree feedback, and telecommuting. This workshop will focus on specific accounting procedures especially appropriate for nonprofit organizations.