Training Workshops for Managers

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Training Workshops for Managers

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Assessing and Improving the Performance of Others

Workshop # IAIP

This course uses small group discussion and case studies to better understand the importance of performance management. The process will be thoroughly examined from the manager's and employee's points of view to better enable managers to fully utilize the evaluation process as a way to encourage and develop employees. In addition, participants will learn more about how to properly prepare and conduct an effective performance evaluation. Also, the role of the manager after the evaluation is concluded will be explored.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 hours	Managers,New Supervisors,Supervisors

Bullying in the Workplace: Manager Version - How to Recognize It and How to Stop It

Workshop # OBWM

This online course on bullying was created specifically for supervisors and managers to help them recognize and proactively address workplace bullying. After completing this course, managers will be able to identify bullying behaviors, distinguish between performance management and bullying, explain the effect bullying has on the workplace, select an appropriate strategy for dealing with a bully, state the consequences of bullying another employee and select a course of action to prevent workplace bullying or respond to a concern about workplace bullying.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Online	1 hour	Managers,New Supervisors,Supervisors

Employment Law and Harassment Prevention for Supervisors

Workshop # IELHP

A four-hour workshop that examines what supervisors must know regarding: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (illegal discrimination), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Harassment Prevention.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	4 hours	Managers,New Supervisors,Supervisors

Establishing Unit and Departmental Goals

Workshop # IEUDG

This workshop will take a detailed look at the seven skill categories of effective goal setting and receive input on areas of strength, as well as development opportunities as it pertains to the topic. Participants will identify your level of proficiency in goal setting for your unit or department, identify the seven skills categories of effective goal setting and their importance and identify the steps needed to achieve unit or department goals.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 hours	Managers,Supervisors

Management Skills - Creating a Motivating Environment Using DiSC (Part 3 of 3)

Workshop # IMS3

PREREQUISITE: Must attend part 1 and part 2 prior to attending this session. Participants explore the environments they create and identify the motivational needs of others. They will discuss and write a plan on how to effectively engage an employee that has a different style from their own.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 Hours	All Kent State Faculty and Staff,Managers,Supervisors

Management Skills - Getting the Most of Your Management Style Using DiSC (Part 1 of 3)

Workshop # IMS1

This course utilizes the popular and proven DiSC methodology for understanding human behavior. DiSC is based on the work of behavior psychologist William Moulton Marston and has been used effectively for decades. This tool has shown to be tremendously successful in improving communication skills and hence, improving the employee/supervisor relationship. Participants will complete an online assessment and the results will be reviewed and discussed during the classroom session regarding their management styles and how they impact the workplace.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 hours	All Kent State Faculty and Staff,Managers,Supervisors

Management Skills - Using DiSC to Direct and Delegate (Part 2 of 3)

Workshop # IMS2

This workshop will build upon the information learned in Part 1 (prerequisite for participating in Part 2). Participants learn about their directing and delegating styles and how to identify the needs of others. They will discuss and write a plan on how to effectively engage an employee that has a different style from their own.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 hours	All Kent State Faculty and Staff,Managers,Non-Supervisory Faculty and Staff,Supervisors

Managing Change Transition

Workshop # IMCT

The purpose of this workshop is to provide a tool for surfacing concerns participants have while moving through the four phases (denial, resistance, exploration and commitment)of change. A model for discussing, understanding, and mastering change transitions will be introduced. In this course, participants will understand the four phases of change, pinpoint their current stage in the transition process and identify tips and develop an action plan for managing change transitions.

Group	Format	Length	Who Should Attend
	Instructor	3 hours	All Kent State Faculty and Staff,Managers,Supervisors

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