Group Two Elective Courses
New curriculum for the summer of 2008:
E262 Policy Development and Implementation
Policies and procedures exist to protect the organization and the professionals within it. Determine the differences between policies and procedures and learn how to implement an appropriate structure in your organization.
Course topics:
• The difference between policies and procedures.
• How to develop a policy proposal for your immediate supervisor or board.
• How to draft policies using appropriate langauge and format.
E260 Conducting an Organizational Assessment
Periodic checkups are essential for maintaining a healthy organization. Examine how your organization can track its progress by incorporating measurable goals.
Course topics:
• Choosing an assessment program.
• Outlining the results you hope to achieve.
• Assessing staff performance, budget efficiency, and membership services.
E243 Developing a Competitive Workforce
Employers across the nation agree that a qualified and well-trained workforce is key to sustained growth and competitiveness. Learn the various roles your organization can play in the arena and the resources you can tap.
Course topics include:
• An overview of workforce development activities and terminology.
• Common initiatives and roles of chambers in workforce development.
• Resources available to assist you in your workforce development program.
E210 Executive Finance
Executives who neglect financial rules can end up with empty corporate accounts, fired, or even in jail. This course covers advanced financial issues to keep you out of trouble. No calculator necessary.
Course topics:
• New rules on the unrelated business income tax.
• Unwritten rules of the IRS and issues to watch.
• Privacy and disclosure policies.
E230 Managing Upward
You are in charge of your performance and career development. Discover new ways of working with your supervisor to build cooperation and to achieve success that benefits both of you. Supervisors can also learn better techniques to strengthen relationships with their employees.
Course topics:
• Establishing and achieving goals you share with your boss.
• Determining what helps and hinders your boss.
• Building trust with your boss.
E270 Mobilize to Globalize
Increased international trade in our communities means better jobs and greater prosperity. Yet, there is little understanding that our nation's economic destiny is tied to globalization and worldwide trade.
Course topics:
• Ways your community and membership are affected by international business.
• Educational tools your organization needs to provide to its members.
• Available resources to help build your international program.
E220 Safeguarding Your Board
There are a number of legal and financial obligations relevant to your board of directors. Learn the necessary considerations to protect yourself, your board members, and your organization.
Course topics:
• Duty of care, duty of loyalty, and duty of obedience.
• Common hazards and how to avoid them.
• Roles and responsibilities of the board, committees, and task forces.
E211 Sponsorship Solicitation
Sponsoring events, publications, and programs can be a significant source of revenue. Learn how to structure sponsorship opportunities, develop a price, and solicit the right organizations to meet your goals.
Course topics:
• How to develop sponsorship pricing structures, factors, and packaging.
• How to identify the right organizations to solicit for sponsorship.
• How to make the sponsorship sales pitch.
E240 Strong Associations for the Future
Government regulation, technology, public trust, volunteerism, and a host of other issues affect the relevance and viability of associations. Become aware of key trends and issues that impact associations and discuss steps to take to ensure the future of the association industry.
Course topics:
• Discuss income, membership, and competitive marketplace trends in the association industry.
• Address issues and root causes of key trends to ensure the future of the industry.
• Investigate innovative programs, governance, and operating procedures of trailblazing associations.
E241 Strong Chambers for the Future
Government regulation, technology, public trust, volunteerism, and a host of other issues affect the relevance and viability of chambers. Become aware of key trends and issues that impact chambers and discuss steps to take to ensure the future of the chamber industry.
Course topics:
• Discuss income, membership, and competitive marketplace trends in the chamber industry.
• Address issues and root causes of key trends to ensure the future of the industry.
• Examine innovative programs, governance, and operating procedures of trailblazing chambers.
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