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2010-2011 Professional Development
Institute
Track 1: Process Improvement and
Performance Management
Track 2: Effective Communications
Track 3: Today's Job Market
Track 4: Positioning Yourself for Success
Track 5: The 21st Century Public Administrator
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Track 1: Process
Improvement and Performance Management
Participants in this track will learn about
strategic planning and management systems that are used in
government to align activities to the vision and mission of the
organization. The courses will focus on developing lean
methodologies and management strategies that seek to improve the
quality of processes, reduce cost, and enhance service
delivery. After successful completion, participants will have
an enhanced knowledge of best practices utilized by the City of
Charlotte and Mecklenburg County for tracking performance. The
course blends classroom instruction with hands-on assignments.
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- PD101: Lean Six Sigma In Government
- PD102: Balanced Scorecard Basics:
Understanding the Link between Performance and Measurement
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| Dates: |
Saturday, December 4,
2010; February 19, 2011 |
| Time: |
PD101: 8:30 am - 10:30 am;
PD102: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Location: |
CMGC, 11th Floor Conference Room |
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Cost: |
$20 Members; $25 Non-Members |
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Track 2:
Effective Communications
A common skill shared by leaders in the field of
public administration is the ability to be an effective
communicator. If you are seeking to improve your networking
skills, develop an “elevator” speech, strengthen your
presentation skills, and of course enhance your public speaking,
then this is the track for you! This track will provide
high-quality guidelines for successful oral and written
communications. After successful completion, participants will
have a
thorough understanding of the communication process and the
“know-how” to be a much better communicator. The course is a
combination of classroom instructions and communication
exercises.
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Courses
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- PD103: Business
Communications
- PD104: Speeches by
Management
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| Dates: |
Saturday, December 18,
2010; March 26, 2011 |
| Time: |
PD103: 8:30 am - 10:30 am;
PD104: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Location: |
CMGC, 11th Floor Conference Room |
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Cost: |
$20 Members; $25 Non-Members |
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Track 3:
Today's Job Market
Our nation’s recession has resulted in the
elimination of several jobs in all professions. In today’s job
market, the employed, unemployed, and underemployed are
competing for fewer jobs. Job applicants that have been selected
to fill key positions have been able to successfully sell their
skills and talents. In order to obtain meaningful employment in
a challenging job market, it is imperative that the applicant is
able to standout above the competing pool of qualified
candidates. This track will focus on how to effectively market
your professional attributes and highlight some of the common
mistakes made by individuals seeking to advance their careers.
This course is a blend of classroom lecture and exercises.
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Courses
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course description)
- PD105: Marketing Yourself
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| Dates: |
Saturday, January 8,
2011; February 5, 2011 |
| Time: |
11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Location: |
CMGC, 11th Floor Conference Room |
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Cost: |
$20 Members; $25 Non-Members
** New Special Rate February
5th $10 ** |
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Track 4:
Positioning Yourself for Success
“Perception is reality” In today’s society, an
individual’s knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) are not the
only factor that drives success. In addition to KSAs, how you
are viewed by others may also determine how far you advance your
career. This track will illustrate how other’s perception of you,
in addition to your ethical behavior, contributes to both your
personal growth and the success of your organization.
Participants will learn how “doing the right thing” results in
positive brand that ultimately promotes a more qualified you.
This course is a combination of classroom lecture, group
discussion and exercises.
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Courses
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course descriptions)
- PD106: It's All About Me
- PD107: The Power of
Reputation
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| Dates: |
Saturday, January 22,
2011; March 19, 2011 |
| Time: |
PD106: 8:30 am - 10:30 am;
PD107: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Location: |
CMGC, 11th Floor Conference Room |
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Cost: |
$20 Members; $25 Non-Members |
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Track 5:
The 21st Century Public Administrator
MySpace, Facebook and Twitter are all forms of the
new wave of how we communicate. This new form of communication
is referred to as social media. Regardless of how many view
social media as being risky & harmful and invades your privacy,
the reality is that it has emerged as another form of
communication. Governments, businesses, and corporations all
communicate by utilizing social media outlets. Don’t get left
behind in this communication paradigm shift! This session is
for all generations. This track will focus on the fundamentals
of social media. After successful completion, participants will
have a better understanding of how the 21st century
public administrator communicates professionally and personally.
The course is a combination of lecture and social media
examples.
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Register |
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Courses
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here for
course description)
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| Dates: |
Saturday, January 8.
2011; February 5, 2011 |
| Time: |
8:30 am - 10:30 am |
| Location: |
CMGC, 11th Floor Conference Room |
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Cost: |
$20 Members; $25 Non-Members
** New Special Rate February
5th $10 ** |
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