Course Catalog

ManagementLearnSomething Courses for Management

Our management catalog offers courses that have been developed by some of industry’s and academia’s most successful players. See how engaging, interactive learning can improve management performance and reduce risk.

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Management (Videos)

Never before has your contribution as a manager been more important to your organization. This means you are going to have to lead as well as manage. You need to hire, develop, motivate and retain the right talent. If you are an experienced manager on the move or a new manager, you need answers and solutions, and you need them now. That's what our management course is all about.

Course duration: 4 hours, 18 minutes



Coaching (Videos)

A successful leader encourages and guides employee development. Our coaching course will teach you to become a mentor to your employees, helping them to make career decisions, acquire new skills and enhance professional performance.

Course duration: 1 hour, 9 minutes



Fundamentals of Business Management

The Fundamentals of Business Management course provides learners with basic theories, skills, and tools they can use to improve their performance as managers.

Course duration: 10 hours



Management Skills Introduction

The Management Skills Introduction course teaches learners core management skills. Learners will be able to apply their knowledge to the successful management of projects, people, and time.

Course duration: 7 hours



Project Management

This course provides a detailed examination of project management concepts and strategies. It discusses the seven components of a management system and the five phases of the project life cycle, and looks at factors that affect cost and quality. The project manager's role is explored in detail, and strategies for defining the project are examined. Tasks such as developing the Work Breakdown Structure, estimating and scheduling resources, scheduling computations, and tracking project activities are discussed. The close-out phase of a project is also covered. Other topics include formalizing project management standards, developing a project team, and strategies for becoming a more effective project manager.

Course duration: 22 hours



Managing Projects - Introduction to Project Management

Duration: 15 minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

  • Introduction to Project Management
  • Definition
  • Importance of Rigorous Project Management
  • Motivational Leadership
  • Discipline
  • Art of Project Management
  • The Effective Project Manager
  • Sample Company


Managing Projects - People Skills



Managing Projects - Planning and Risk Management



Managing Projects - Project Lifecycle Initiation and Definition

Duration: 60 minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

  • Project Definition
  • Sample Project Scope Interview Form
  • Resource Management
  • Project Scheduling
  • Task List with Dependencies
  • Sample CPM Diagram
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Proposal/Pre-Planning
  • Spending Authorization
  • Project Cost Plan
  • Collection of Actual Cost Data
  • Billing and Charge backs
  • Cost Performance Analysis
  • Remedial Actions
  • Replanning
  • End of Project Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Schedule Risks
  • Cost Risks
  • Resource Risks
  • Project Metrics and Monitoring
  • Earned Value
  • Release Criteria
  • Estimates versus Actual for Milestones
  • Project Closure
  • Moving
  • Refreezing


Managing Teams - Group Dynamics

Duration: 25 Minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

Introduction, Senior Management Support, Effective Team Meetings, Understanding Team Members, Integrating New Team Members, Team Based Problem Solving and Decision Making



Managing Teams – Key Concepts

Duration: 35 Minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

Definitions, What is a Team?, Types of Teams, Importance of Teams, When to Use a Team, The Work of a Team, Why Invest Time to Develop a Team, Phases of Team Development, Making the Most of Teams, A Model of Team Effectiveness, High Performance Team Characteristics



Managing Teams – Roles and Relationships

Duration: 30 Minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

Introduction, Leader Behaviors, Team Facilitation, Leader Role vs. Facilitator Role, Directive Behaviors, Facilitative Behaviors, Team Relationship Management, Task Roles, Maintenance Roles, Individual Roles



Managing Teams – The Team at Work

Duration: 30 Minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

Introduction, Team Charter, Team Boundaries and Authority to Act, Resources and Reporting, Completion Criteria, Mission and Goals, Team Strategy, Ground Rules, Roles and Responsibilities, Champion/Sponsor, Leader/Facilitator, Recorder/Member, Communication Plan



Managing Within the Law (Videos)

There are a myriad of laws and regulations governing workplace issues such as discrimination, harassment and the hiring and dismissal of employees. Our managing within the law programs will help protect you and your employees by educating you about the laws that must guide policy and behavior in the workplace.

Course duration: 4 1/2 hours



Introduction to Managing Workplace Information

Duration: 20 minutes

The topics covered in this course include:

  • Managing Workplace Information
  • What is Information?
  • Acquisition
  • Creation
  • Storage
  • Analysis
  • Transfer
  • Application and Validation
  • Types of Information
  • Key Business Documents
  • Memos
  • Letters
  • Proposals
  • Reports
  • Presentations
  • Business Plans/Budgets


Workplace Basics - Harassment and Discrimination

Program length - 45 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Discrimination, Disparate Treatment and Disparate Impact, Harassment, Retaliation, Employment Decisions, Denying Employment Opportunities, Racial, Ethnic or Religious Group, Age Discrimination, Disability, Reasonable Accommodation for Disability, Undue Hardship, Race, Color, Origin and Religious Discrimination, Gender Discrimination, Pregnancy Discrimination, Sexual Orientation Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Consensual Relationship, Bullying, Other Harassment, Avoiding Discrimination and Harassment and Reporting Discrimination and Harassment.



Workplace Basics - Maintaining a Positive Workplace

Program length - 35 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Key Components, Communication, Collaboration, Recognition, Characteristics of Positive Business Relations, Mutual Respect, Integrity, Objectivity, Sensitivity, Flexibility and Managing Conflict Effectively.



Workplace Basics - Business Ethics

Program length - 35 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Introduction to Business Ethics, Personal Ethics, Ethics of Justice, Ethics of Care, Ethics Violations, Conflict of Interest, Payments Gifts, Confidential Information, Level Playing, Field Disclosure Compliance with Laws Protection, Proper Use of Company Assets and Reporting Violations.



Workplace Basics - Code of Conduct

Program length - 25 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest and Gifts, Courteous Conduct, Discrimination and Equal Opportunity, Harassment, Substance Abuse, Grievance Procedures and Appeal, System Confidentiality, Policy Access to Personnel Files, Employment References and Workplace Privacy.



Workplace Relationships - Introduction to Effective Workplace Relationships

Program length - 30 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Introduction to Effective Workplace Relationships, Characteristics of an Effective Workplace, Positive Business Relationships, Mutual Respect, Integrity and Trust, Objectivity, Sensitivity, Flexibility, Communication, Collaboration and Recognition.



Workplace Relationships - Build and Maintain Networks and Relationships

Program length - 25 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Build and Maintain, Networks and Relationships, Networking, Mentoring and Coaching, Encourage, Research and Risk, Teach, Coach, Identify Opportunities and Managing Diversity.



Workplace Relationships - Develop Trust and Confidence

Program length - 40 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Develop Trust and Confidence, Treat People with Integrity, Respect and Empathy, Use Organizational Standards to Support Effective Workplace Relationships, Social Ethical Business Practice/Process, Optimize Your Interpersonal Style, Driver - Expressive - Analytical - Amiable - Ensure - Competent and Performance.



Workplace Relationships - Manage Difficulties to Achieve Positives

Program length - 60 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Manage Difficulties to Achieve Positive Outcomes, Problem-Solving, People Considerations, Time Considerations, Understanding Considerations, Information and Clarity Considerations, Situation Considerations, Conflict Prevention and Resolution, Considerations Alternative and Acceptance, Considerations Results and Benefits, Considerations Consistency Considerations, Problem-Solving, Identify the Problem Decide Who to Involve, Define Alternatives, Evaluate the Alternatives, Make a Decision, Implement the Solution, Monitor Results, Managing Conflict, Pre-Session , Post-Session, Managing Change, Choosing the Target, Planning Initiating Action, Making Connections, Rebalancing to Accommodate the Change, Consolidating the Learning, Moving to the Next Cycle, Team Leader Skills, Assessment Tool.



Workplace Relationships - Work with Information and Ideas

Program length - 35 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Visual, Auditory, Tactile/Kinesthetic, Sourcing Information, Analyzing Information, Disseminating Information, Who Needs the Information, When is the Information Needed, How will the Information be Presented, How will the Information be Used, Testing Retention, Building on Past Success.



Records Management - Introduction to Records Management

Program length - 40 minutes

The topics covered in this course include: Introducing Records Management, Records Management General Principles, What is a record?, Why do we create records?, When do we file?, Who is responsible for Records Management?, How we create and file records?, Record Security, Record Disposal, Hazards of Incorrect Disposal, Where can I get help? and Records Management Tools



Sarbanes-Oxley Act

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 will have a long lasting impact on the governance and financial accountability of publicly held companies. This course will provide the learner with an overview of the Act. Learners will master guidelines for making company policies, procedures, systems, and controls Sarbanes-Oxley compliant. Learners will also examine management certification responsibilities and noncompliance penalties under the Act.

Course duration: 6 hours



Self-Management (Videos)

Successful organizations are made up of individuals who are continually focused on developing the right skills for their job. Our self-management course will help you develop the skills you need now and for your future.

Course duration: 3 1/2 hours



Six Sigma (Videos)

Six Sigma is a strategy and methodology for improving the performance of an organization, focused on fact- and data-based decision making. This course explains the basic principles of the Six Sigma process and the steps for successfully deploying it in an organization.

Course duration: 52 min


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