Upskill your career

Do you want to take your career to the next level? Do you want to learn new skills and strategies that will help you achieve your professional goals? Do you want to network with other like-minded professionals and experts in your field?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should sign up for the Career Advantage workshop Series. This is a series of six interactive workshops that will cover topics such as team planning and budgeting, effective communication, conflict resolution, and leadership development.

Each workshop is designed to help you enhance your performance, productivity, and satisfaction at work.

The Career Advantage Workshop Series is open to anyone who wants to improve their professional skills and abilities.

Whether you are a new graduate, a mid-career professional, or a senior leader, you will find something useful and relevant in these workshops.

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your career and yourself.

Register today and get ready to unlock your full potential.

Highlights

Available online or in-person.
Private and custom cohorts available.
Learn from experienced facilitators who have extensive knowledge and expertise in their fields.
Engage in practical exercises and activities that will challenge you and stimulate your learning.
Receive feedback and guidance from your peers and facilitators.
Gain access to valuable resources and materials that you can use after the workshops.
Boost your confidence and motivation to pursue your career aspirations.
Each workshop earns a verified UCO micro-credential with a larger credential for those who complete the entire suite.

Workshop descriptions are available below.

Leading Remote Teams

Leading Remote Teams is a 90-minute workshop designed to equip emerging leaders with the skills and strategies necessary to effectively manage remote teams. The workshop covers a range of topics, from understanding different types of remote teams and their unique challenges to developing effective communication strategies and establishing practical policies for remote work. The workshop employs active learning methods, including group discussions and scenario-based activities, to help you apply your knowledge to real-world situations.

Managing Effective Meetings

Managing Effective Meetings helps you develop skills for conducting productive meetings. You will learn to differentiate between various types of meetings and their unique purposes. You will gain insights into the characteristics of effective meetings and how to prepare participants for them. From setting clear objectives to using technology effectively, you will acquire the skills to transform your meetings into highly productive, engaging, and successful sessions.

Presenting Information for Understanding

In this interactive workshop, you'll learn about essential workplace communication strategies that span written, oral, and non-verbal channels. You'll explore how to structure information for optimal comprehension, select the most effective delivery methods for your information, and use visual design techniques to enhance usability and understanding. Furthermore, you'll learn to create data visualizations that support understanding. This hands-on learning experience is designed to equip you with practical insights and skills, helping you to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in your leadership journey.

Project Planning and Budgeting

In this workshop, you will build practical knowledge and skills to manage projects effectively at work. Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, you will learn to address key considerations in project management, identify and mitigate common risks, and set SMART goals to align your team’s efforts. You’ll also explore the essential features of project budgeting, create a detailed project plan that balances multiple priorities, and develop a team budget to support your objectives.

Navigating Challenging Conversations at Work

Navigating Challenging Conversations at Work explores strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution. You will learn about the roots of workplace conflict, discover the art of active listening and non-verbal communication, and be equipped with strategies to foster a positive and productive work environment. This journey of discovery and skill-building will provide you not only with knowledge, but also with practical experience and insights shared by peers from diverse backgrounds. Whether you're a team lead, project manager, or an aspiring leader, this workshop is tailored for you to enhance your leadership toolkit and make a lasting impact in your workplace.

Leading Teams During Change and Uncertainty

This workshop explores practical strategies to navigate and lead through change with confidence and empathy. You’ll practice techniques to reframe common reactions to uncertainty. You'll also learn techniques to create a clear vision and set actionable goals even in unpredictable circumstances, while leveraging effective, transparent communication to build alignment. You’ll also explore strategies to foster trust and collaboration, addressing resistance to change through human-centered approaches that prioritize adaptability and participation.