Social Media in the Workplace (Live Online) 8 hours

• Monday – 6 pm – 9 pm  April 15, 22, 29 (6pm – 8pm)
• Monday – 9am – 12pm  August 12, 19, 26(9am – 11am)

We are being flooded with Social Media invitations and updates. Web-based communication icons like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn are dominating the way we interact with each other. People are feeling the need to be updated at all times. It has become a time eater, and businesses are quickly becoming aware of the drain it can have on productivity. People love to share, but they need to know what is alright to share and what should not be sent out. 

Understanding Social Media is about communicating the right way. We are beginning to communicate more through electronic means than face to face. Talking on a phone has been replaced more and more with SMS (texting.) Social media channels are becoming the main form of communication and your participants will realize how Social media and the Workplace can work together.

Public Speaking (Live Online)  

• Tuesday – 9am – 1pm    May 7
• Tuesday- 6pm – 9pm     July 16

This public speaking course is designed to help individuals develop and enhance their ability to communicate effectively and confidently in various public speaking situations. The course usually covers topics such as speech organization, delivery techniques, audience analysis, and persuasive speaking.

Body language Basics (Live Online)

• Wednesday – 6pm – 9pm       May 8
• Wednesday – 9am – 1pm        July 17

Body Language Basics course is designed to help individuals understand the importance of body language in the workplace and develop the skills needed to use it effectively. This course is suitable for anyone who wants to enhance their communication skills, build better relationships, and improve their professional presence. 

Throughout the course, participants will learn about the key concepts and principles of body language, including nonverbal cues, facial expressions, posture, and gestures. They will explore how body language affects communication, including how it can convey confidence, interest, and sincerity, or undermine trust and credibility. 

The course will also cover various types of business interactions, such as interviews, meetings, presentations, and negotiations, and help participants identify how to use body language effectively in each context. 

Introduction to Small Business Ownership (5 sessions, 5 week duration)
(live Online)

• Wednesday May 29, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - Ownership (Session 1) -
• Wednesday June 5, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - The Business Plan Part I: Planning Process (Session 2) 
• Wednesday June 12, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - The Business Plan Part II:  Marketing and Promotion (Session 3) 
• Wednesday June 19, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - Selling Skills for Your Business (Session 4) 
• Wednesday June 26, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - Financing a Small Business (Session 5) 

Ownership (Session 1)
Participants will be introduced to what it takes to start or purchase
a small business. Economic climate and other factors of business
ownership are discussed with an emphasis on a positive approach to
this series of seminars.

The Business Plan Part I: Planning Process (Session 2)
This seminar concentrates on the organization and elements of a
basic business plan. Learn the uses of a business plan and when and
why it is necessary – a must for people starting their own business
or business owners seeking financing.

The Business Plan Part II: Marketing and Promotion (Session 3)
This seminar continues from Part I, the Planning Process, by focusing
on the business plan and its affect on marketing and promotion for
the business owner.

Selling Skills for Your Business (Session 4)
Learn to plan and forecast your cash needs in order to start, operate,
or purchase a business. This step by step seminar concentrates on the
basics of cash flow planning. Learn to plan your own cash flow from
actual case studies. This seminar teaches you the proper format and
purpose of this vital part of operating a small business.

Financing a Small Business (Session 5)
Learn where and how to borrow money, the do's and don'ts of borrowing,
and the different sources of money available to you. Learn
how to build the proper banking relationship and what is needed to
secure that business loan.

Managing Personal Finances (Live Online)

• Tuesday – 6pm – 9pm             April 23
• Tuesday – 6pm – 9pm             June 18
• Tuesday – 6pm – 9pm             August 13

The "Managing Personal Finances" course is designed to help individuals develop a better understanding of personal finance and to provide them with the tools and strategies needed to manage their finances effectively. The course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their financial literacy, make better financial decisions, and achieve their financial goals.
Throughout the course, participants will learn about the key concepts and principles of personal finance, including budgeting, saving, investing, debt management, and retirement planning. They will explore different financial products and services, such as checking accounts, credit cards, loans, and insurance, and learn how to evaluate their options and choose the best products for their needs.

The course will also cover various financial goals and life stages, such as starting a career, buying a home, starting a family, and planning for retirement. Participants will learn how to set financial goals, create a budget, track their expenses, and develop a plan for achieving their financial objectives.
 
Supervisory and Management Skills 

• Thursday April 18, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm - Supervisory and Management Skills (in-person)
• Thursday June 20, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - Supervisory and Management Skills (Virtual)
• Thursday August 8, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm - Supervisory and Management Skills (in-person)

A Business Supervisory and Management Skills course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and supervise employees in a business setting. The course typically covers topics such as leadership, communication, motivation, problem-solving, decision-making, and performance management.

Time Management (Live online)

• Wednesday April 17, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm - Time Management
• Wednesday July 10, 2024 6:00pm to 9:00pm - Time Management
• Wednesday August 28, 2024 9:00am to 1:00pm -  Time Management

A Time Management for Business course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve their productivity and performance in a business setting. The course will cover a range of topics related to time management, including goal setting, prioritization, planning, delegation, and focus, with a focus on applying these concepts in a business context.

LEAN Process Improvement (Live Online) 12 hours

• Wednesday – 6pm – 9pm       April 24, May 8, 15, 22

Our Lean Process workshop will provide an introduction to this way of thinking that has changed so many corporations in the world. The program consists of 14 sessions which include: Understanding Lean, The Toyota Production System, The five Critical Improvement concepts, Understanding Value with the Kano Model, types of Waste, The plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) Cycle, Using the R-DMAIC-S Model, Lean thinking tools, Kaizen Events, Data Gathering and Mapping, A Plan to Take Home.

Six Sigma: Entering the Dojo (Live Online) 12 hours

• Tuesday – 6pm – 9 pm            May 28, June 4, 11, 18

Six Sigma is a data-driven approach for eliminating defects and waste in any business process. You can compare Six Sigma with turning your water faucet and experiencing the flow of clean, clear water. Reliable systems are in place to purify, treat, and pressure the water through the faucet. That is what Six Sigma does to business: it treats the processes in business so that they deliver their intended result. This workshop will give participants an overview of the Six Sigma methodology, and some of the tools required to deploy Six Sigma in their own organizations.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (Live Online)

• Tuesday & Thursday – 6pm – 9pm   April 30, May 2

The world is diverse; it is made up of people who have different backgrounds, traditions, and beliefs. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) creates a culture where every individual is acknowledged and supported, regardless of their differing background. It helps us to recognize the value in diverse voices, as well as other individual differences, such as gender, race, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Ultimately, a diverse workplace will lead to better innovation and success. Through inclusive language and leadership, everyone is encouraged to evolve both personally and professionally. 

Many organizations are working towards fostering a workplace culture that is committed to DEI practices and ensuring that every voice is heard. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion course will provide participants with the tools to recognize social biases, respond to microaggressions, as well as provide resources to create a safe and welcoming work environment. With strong team commitment and courage, we can create a sense of belonging for everyone. 


Stress Management and Your Health (Live Online)

• Wednesday – 9am – 12 pm     May 1, 8
• Wednesday- 9am – 12pm       August 7, 14

This course is designed to help individuals develop the skills and strategies needed to manage and reduce stress in their personal and professional lives. The course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their well-being, productivity, and overall quality of life. 

Leadership Development for Women (Live Online)

• Monday – 7pm – 9pm             May 13, 20, 27, June 3

The Leadership Development for Women course will provide participants with the tools to navigate challenges, gain confidence to lead, and motivate future generations. Additionally, participants will gain knowledge on the value of networking and mentoring for inspiring others to recognize their full potential as leaders. By empowering women leaders, we are not only creating a more equitable society, but we are also uncovering capabilities that will help to fuel business growth and innovation.

Excel for Beginners

• Tuesday & Thursday, April 9 & 11    6 – 9 pm
• Saturday, April 13   9am – 1 pm
• Monday & Wednesday, May 6 & 8   6- 9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, May 7 & 9                 9am – 12 pm (In-person)
• Tuesday & Thursday, June 4 & 6      6 – 9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, July 9 & 11      9am – 12 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, August 6 & 8  6-9 pm

This course will introduce you to Microsoft Excel basics including creating spreadsheets, formulas, functions, text formatting and charts. At the completion of this course, you will be able to perform basic Excel skills such as modifying an existing worksheet, building worksheets, copying and moving cells and much more.

Excel Intermediate
PREREQUISITE: EXCEL FOR BEGINNERS

• Tuesday & Thursday, April 16 & 18  6-9 pm
• Saturday, April 20                    9am – 1 pm
• Monday & Wednesday, May 13 & 15 6-9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, May 14 & 16   9am – 12 pm (In-person)
• Tuesday & Thursday, June 11 & 13   6-9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, July 16 & 18    9am – 12 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, August 13 & 15        6-9 pm

This course covers using multiple worksheets and workbooks, linking multiple worksheets and workbooks, advanced formatting, using list and tables, sorting and filtering featuring and working with styles and themes.

Excel Advanced
PREREQUISTE: EXCEL INTERMEDIATE

• Tuesday & Thursday, April 23 & 25  6-9 pm
• Saturday, April 27                    9am – 1 pm
• Monday & Wednesday, May 20 & 22         6-9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, May 21 & 23   9am – 12 pm (In-person)
• Tuesday & Thursday, June 25 & 27   6-9 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, July 23 & 25    9am – 12 pm
• Tuesday & Thursday, August 20 & 23        6-9 pm
  

This course demonstrates advanced data analysis, collaborating on workbooks with other users and automating workbook functionality. This course covers creating sparklines and map data, forecast data, advanced functions such as pivot tables and charts, exporting and importing data, lookups and analytical options.

Introduction to Quickbooks (Live Online)

• Monday – Thursday, 3pm – 5pm

QuickBooks is an accounting software program made by a company called Intuit. The program is geared toward small to mid-sized businesses. It is designed to help the business owner keep track of all aspects of their business from inventory, to daily sales, to payroll. QuickBooks can also produce financial reports such as a profit and loss statement or a balance sheet so that the owner can track the profitability of their business. 

MS Teams (live Online)

• Thursday 9am – 1 pm                       May 30 & June 6

Microsoft Teams is the ultimate messaging app for your organization—a workspace for real-time collaboration and communication, meetings, file and app sharing, and even the occasional emoji! All in one place, all in the open, all accessible to everyone. This course will discuss the many uses and properties of TEAMS, to start you and your team on a new way of collaboration.

 
Virtual Leadership Certificate Program (13 Week Program) Non-NJBIA Program
Wednesday – 6pm – 9pm       May 29 – August 28