BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME: PRODID:-//Upcoming.org/Upcoming ICS//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100113T080000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:UST Executive Education for Innovation Leadership DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4228797/ ] By embracing innovation during a troubled economy\, you can position your company for major growth when the environment improves. Surpass your competitors by getting the tools to think and lead innovatively. UST Executive Education for Innovation Leadership provides participants with a set of tools and frameworks for driving innovation within their organizations\, as well as the opportunity to build skills. This executive-level program will: • Engage talented minds in entrepreneurial\, innovative thinking that benefits your organization. • Help your company choose the right path of innovation\; one that fits with your company’s strategies and goals. • Create innovation strategies for long-term sustainability and significant business growth. Despite turbulent economic conditions\, you can seize market share\, remain relevant and valuable to current customers\, create new offerings\, and emerge as a leader when conditions improve. Upcoming Offering: January 13-15\, 2010 Wednesday\, Thursday\, and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact John Lyfoung at 651-962-4616 for discount information. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this executive education program. Please visit the University of St. Thomas Innovation Leadership website for more information or copy and paste the following URL: http://exed.stthomas.edu/InnovationLeadership1 . URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4228797/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4228797/ DTSTAMP:20090813T111855 LAST-MODIFIED:20090813T111855 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/903699/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/566824/":University of St. Thomas @ 1000 LaSalle Avenue\, TMH 166\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota 55403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100114T080000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Caribbean Leadership Conversations 3 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4887037/ ] These far-ranging free flow conversations with academics\, private and public sector CEO’s and Entrepreneurs\, will cover the core business issues on the mind of every corporate chief\, including growth\, innovation\, talent management\, information technology\, global markets\, and leadership. A key feature of the conversation is the presence of public\, private and academic sector leaders sharing in this strategic information exchange. Rather than have the usual podium presentations\, a group of five (5) regional business leaders will be invited on stage and be seated in comfortable armchairs and will interact in a free flow format with the participants in a conversation and interaction style. A moderator will also be present on stage and in the audience to control flow and timing. Each session lasting no more than 30 minutes will deal with a specific topic. In a series of interviews each presenter will start by giving a five-minute account of their own personal experience and lessons learnt over the years on the particular subject matter. This is then followed by moderated question and answer in a conversion interaction style. Agenda 08:00 am Breakfast Presentation – a Leadership view from both sides of the fence? 09:00 am Welcome Address –Why we need to have these conversations 09:10 am Leadership challenges – making tough decisions 10:30 am – coffee break 11:00 am Strategies for surviving the recession and the new work order 12:00 Lunch Presentation Open forum/mike – participants are invited to speak about matters raised in the morning session. 01:00pm Succession planning and Recruitment 02:00pm Fostering New product and business innovation and how technology and the internet is changing the way we do things. 3:00pm Refreshment Break 3:30pm Corporate culture and Governance Philanthropy and public social responsibility – are we doing enough? 4:30 – 5:30 pm The way forward – Can Jamaica realise its true potential with the current crop of leaders? “Participants will come away with a deeper understanding of the complex\, critical issues every senior executive confronts on a daily basis.” URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4887037/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4887037/ DTSTAMP:20091119T162359 LAST-MODIFIED:20091119T162359 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/1100559/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/660235/":Mona Visitors' Lodge and Conference Centre @ The University of the West Indies\, Mona Campus\, Kingston\, Saint Andrew END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100116T093000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Thunder Bay EcoMentors Training DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5168649/ ] CALLING ALL THUNDER BAY YOUTH! Are you between 13 and 24? Interested in environmental issues? Want to be a green leader in your community? TAKE THE LEAD AND SIGN-UP FOR ECOSUPERIOR’S FREE ECOMENTORS TRAINING! This is a fun\, exciting\, and free training session that’s open to all youth. You’ll learn how you can be an EcoMentor\, take action on the environmental issues that matter you\, and meet other environmentally-conscious youth… and all while earning volunteer hours and cool green rewards! This training is offered by EcoSuperior Environmental Program in partnership with Earth Day Canada's EcoMentors program. To register: Visit www.ecosuperior.org\, phone 807-624-2147\, or email heather@ecosuperior.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5168649/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5168649/ DTSTAMP:20100105T083409 LAST-MODIFIED:20100105T083409 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/780797/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/670621/":Boys and Girls Clubs of Thunder Bay @ 270 Windsor St.\, Thunder Bay\, Ontario P7B 1V6 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100116T073000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Build Your Business in 2010 - 1/2 day conference DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5133067/ ] Attendance is limited\, so the faster you register\, the better your chances of getting the sessions you want. You are welcome to sign up at the door\, but just be aware that the sessions you want may be full and unavailable to attend. Thanks. For more detail go to www.imcnorcal.org. To Register\, go to http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/91078. It promises to be a very enlightening\, entertaining\, and educational morning! Formal networking starts promptly at 7:45. Please bring at least 30 to 50 business cards with you. **SPECIAL OPTION: You will also have an opportunity to get a new professional picture taken! We will have a photographer set up to take a high resolution digital for a nominal fee.ﾠ ** Conference Sessions: (for more details and description go to www.imcnorcal.org) 1. Public Speaking That Pulls Clients In - Kare Anderson\, www.sayitbetter.com 2. How to Publish\, Promote and Profit from Books\, eBooks and Information Products - Stephanie Chandler\, www.authoritypublishing.com 3. Lead Generation - Alice Heiman\, www.aliceheiman.com 4. Breaking The Boys Club Code - Mike Johnson\, www.diamond-dynamic.com 5. Law - Business Structure/Tax - John Kaplan 6. Social Media Victories - Patrick Schwerdtfeger\, www.webifybook.com 7. How To Get Started in Consulting - Jeff Thompson URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5133067/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5133067/ DTSTAMP:20100103T165442 LAST-MODIFIED:20100103T165442 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/117078/":Woodfin Suites Hotel @ 5800 Shellmound Street\, Emeryville\, California 94608 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100117T080000 DTEND:20100117150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100122T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Time Management - Interpersonal Skills DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841038/ ] Define time and its components. Identify and manage time wasters. Set goals and objectives and prioritize accordingly. Know their time usage profile by completing a self-assessment questionnaire. Apply one or more of the 7 habits of highly effective people. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841038/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841038/ DTSTAMP:20091103T233328 LAST-MODIFIED:20091103T233328 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100117T080000 DTEND:20100117150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100122T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Competency-Based Human Resources Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4843121/ ] Define competencies\, their history and the important role they play in Human Resources and the organization. Analyze the main components of a competency\, the differences between each and their relevance to HR processes. Discover where competencies come from and apply the main steps in designing competency frameworks and models. Identify the main steps involved is assessing employee competence and the reliability of each step. Apply competencies in the recruitment and selection processes. Use competencies for identifying training needs\, talent pools and succession plans. Utilize competencies and behavioral indicators in performance appraisal systems. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4843121/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4843121/ DTSTAMP:20091104T230749 LAST-MODIFIED:20091104T230749 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100121 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:360 Leadership in Creative Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963445/ ] This unique event is being delivered by Skills Channel TV\, one of the UK's leading creative industry training company. A two module programme with bursaries available from Skillset. Delivered by Alec McPhedran ex Channel 4 and Financial Time Managemetn\, it is a great programme for people who need to lead and manage creative teams. The workshop will be held at Nickelodeon UK's Head Office in London. Aim The aim of the programme is to develop the people and leadership skills of creative leaders working in multiplatform environments Content The workshops are highly interactive and will work on real life issues and pressures faced with leading creative teams. The four key elements of the programme are Recruitment\, Managing Performance\, Running Cross Disciplinary Teams and Communication. Participants are expected to carry out a short work based review between Module One and Module Two. On successful completion\, a Skills Channel TV Certificate of Completion will be awarded for CPD records. Cost £800.00 excluding VAT for freelancers or BECTU Members or £1096.00 excluding VAT for full time employees. As from 23rd November 2009\, delegates may eligible to receive funding up to the value of £800.00 through Skillset’s Multiplatform Bursary Scheme. Applicants should visit www.skillset.org/multiplatformbursaries to check availability and see if they are eligible. An applicants organisation may also be entitled to support from Train to Gain. Check the web for more information on www.traintogain.gov.uk. Benefits As a result of attending the event\, managers and business owners will be better equipped to effectively manage\, motivate and direst creative people in their teams for full time people to freelancers. They will be able to confidently tackle conflict and deal with poor performers. All leadership actions will be focused on moving the business forward in line with their strategy. Contact The event is being managed and delivered by Skills Channel TV. For more information\, contact: Phone: 0845 83 777 63 Email: info@skillschannel.tv Web: www.skillschannel.tv URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963445/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963445/ DTSTAMP:20091223T092439 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T092439 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/1108881/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/667685/":Nickelodeon UK @ 15-18 Rathbone Place\, London\, England W1T 1HU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100124T080000 DTEND:20100124150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100129T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills - Leadership and Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909827/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Comprehend the scope\, nature and responsibility of the supervision role and the challenges this role places on them. Effectively communicate verbally and non-verbally with others. Acquire an understanding of their role as motivators. Identify their teamwork style and build an effective team. Practice professional techniques in providing positive discipline. Use different skills in interpersonal problem-solving and conflict management. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909827/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909827/ DTSTAMP:20091216T024839 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T024839 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100125T080000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Mini MBA Program DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4225113/ ] Professionals who take the time to stay current and competitive in their careers are more likely to be successful and catch the attention of company leaders. Whether you are seeking new insights or need a refresher course in the functional areas of business\, expanding your business acumen is crucial. The Mini MBA Program features Z-Class Business Simulation \, an experience where you will make real-life business decisions and analyze the effects of your decisions on a company. Applying your newly acquired knowledge will make you a valuable asset and you’ll retain 60% more than through reading and lecture alone. Whatever your immediate career goals are\, this program will quickly increase your value and potential. You’ll be noticed because of your: • Well-rounded business acumen • Ability to think critically and act strategically • Capacity to lead change • Integrity and sound ethical values The challenging yet condensed curriculum uses case studies\, lecture\, and application exercises to teach timely\, relevant topics. You’ll also find that the small classes and collaborative environment help you form a tight-knit network of industry peers. Upcoming Offerings: January 25 - 29\, 2010 Bloomington Campus Monday to Friday\, Full Day February 10 - May 12\, 2010 Minneapolis Campus Wednesdays\, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. March 15 - 19\, 2010 Minneapolis Campus Monday to Friday\, Full Day There are no prerequisites to enroll in this non-degree program. Please visit the University of St. Thomas Mini MBA Program website for more information or copy and paste the following URL: http://exed.stthomas.edu/MiniMBAManagementTrainingMN URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4225113/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4225113/ DTSTAMP:20090810T141445 LAST-MODIFIED:20090810T141445 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/903699/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/566824/":University of St. Thomas @ 1000 LaSalle Avenue\, TMH 166\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota 55403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100131T080000 DTEND:20100131150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100205T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Managing and Coordinating Training Proactively - Training and Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909834/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Distinguish between the proactive/strategic approaches of managing training and the traditional/ reactive approach. Use appropriate methods to identify training needs. Design and conduct a training needs analysis. Analyze the components of human performance and determine how managers and/or the corporate culture may enhance performance. Evaluate the effectiveness of training. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909834/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909834/ DTSTAMP:20091216T034747 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T034747 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100131T080000 DTEND:20100131150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100205T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Interpersonal Communication Skills - Communication Skills DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909833/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Develop the necessary skills to become better communicators. Improve cross-cultural communication with others. Understand the verbal and non-verbal communication messages. Develop skills in listening actively and empathetically to others. Communicate assertively and apply effective ways to deal with conflict on the job. Give and receive feedback and criticism in a constructive manner. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909833/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909833/ DTSTAMP:20091216T034506 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T034506 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100131T080000 DTEND:20100131150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100205T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Efficient Administration Skills - Administration and Secretarial DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909838/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Develop interpersonal and communication skills in order to carry out administrative functions with confidence and efficiency. Take a proactive role in handling job responsibilities\, thus assisting the boss in carrying out his/her work more effectively. Handle telephone calls properly and professionally. Develop self-management techniques and learn ways for dealing with time wasters. Improve memory skills with several reinforcement methods and exercises. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909838/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909838/ DTSTAMP:20091216T040055 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T040055 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100207T080000 DTEND:20100207140000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100212T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Customer Relationship Management CRM DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2974314/ ] Objectives: By the end of the program\, participants will be able to: •Understand why Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is essential for attracting\, retaining and growing loyal customers. •Determine the uses and objectives of a CRM system. •Recognize best practices in implementing a CRM strategy. •Use CRM for improving marketing\, sales\, customer service\, and customer contact. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2974314/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2974314/ DTSTAMP:20090622T090721 LAST-MODIFIED:20090622T090721 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/215804/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/667317/":Monarch @ dubai\, Dubayy\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100215 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:4th International Convention on Project Management - OnTarget 2010 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964181/ ] Project Management Institute Pune Chapter Making project management indispensable for business results. ® 4th International Convention on Project Management - OnTarget 2010 We are pleased to inform you that the Chapter has organized its 4th International Convention on Project Management - OnTarget 2010. The theme for this year’s convention is “Communication and Collaboration – Critical Success Factor for Projects in a Flat World”. Significant Facts of OnTarget 2010 • The biggest gathering of its kind in the region. High-profile audience of 350-500 Leaders\, Decision makers\, Program Managers and Students from various sectors • Theme - Collaboration and Communication – Critical Success Factors for Projects in the Flat World. • Speakers will include eminent leaders from Industry\, Academia and professionals. • Extensive media coverage is expected • Three separate tracks over three days to cover different interest groups. Day Date Track Venue Day 1 6th February 2010 Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Workshop Day 2 7th February 2010 Academic Track IICMR\, Pradhikaran\, Nigdi Day 3 14th February 2010 Professional Track Hotel Le-Meridien The conference is expected to attract many eminent personalities from India and worldwide from all fields ranging from IT\, Infrastructure\, Telecom\, Manufacturing\, Government & PSUs among others. This event has been a much awaited annual feature in the region. We have had eminent speakers from Project Management Institute (PMI)\, USA\, leading industry stalwarts in private and public sectors in the past. Some of the noteworthy speakers include G Narayana (Chairman Emeritus Excel Industries Ltd. Mumbai)\, Ajay Phatak (Director CoreObjects\, Pune)\, Dr. Avinash Patkar (Chief Sustainability Officer Tata Power Ltd\, Mumbai)\, Ms Shobha B H (Microsoft India\, Delhi)\, Lion Er Suresh Shirke (Retd director WALMI Pune)\, Mr. Nikunj Vyas (Sr Vice President Reliance Communications\, Mumbai)\, Dr. Rajendra Shende (Head UNEP DTIE CLA - IPCC (2007 Nobel winner\, Paris)\, etc. The event has been interactive with very active participation from audiences. The sponsors have included companies such as Microsoft\, ESI International\, Vodafone\, Airtel\, Cummins\, QuickHeal\, Sabcons\, The Digital Group\, IIBM / AAMBA\, etc.The conference was attended by more than 500 people from India and worldwide. The event is widely covered in press and media and was webcasted live. Day 1: Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Seminar & Workshop Date : 6th February 2010 Venue : Being finalized NLP® (Neuro Linguistic Programming) is the art and technology of achieving personal\, professional and corporate excellence. NLP enables you to understand and change the way you think\, feel and behave. It helps you to choose what to do\, and be what you want to be. It is a Methodology based on the fact that behavior has a structure\, and that structure can be modeled\, learned\, taught and changed i.e. re-programmed. Special features of these techniques are that they:- - Align thinking and behavior patterns to meet goals and objectives in a seamless manner. - Help to achieve a wide variety of outcomes such as motivation\, creativity\, emotional management\, new skill development\, team synergy\, health\, belief change and more. - Acknowledge uniqueness of individuals and change behaviors in ways most appropriate to them. - Cause changes without stress. Within a relatively short period this person can start experiencing personal power and euphoria. The seminar would be conducted in the first half of the day followed by a half day workshop in the post lunch session for participants who are keen to participate in the workshop as well\, The seminar and workshop would be conducted by Mr. Vikas Dikshit who has has done extensive research in the field of mind sciences\, psychology and the behavior modification techniques. He has conducted many Workshops and Seminars on various topics to bring about holistic & significant improvements in professional and personal lives of people. He works to apply and research latest developments in the field of mind sciences\, psychology and behavior modification techniques\, to bring about holistic & significant improvements in professional and personal lives of people. Participants would be able to claim 2 PDUs for the seminar and 2 PDUs for the Workshop. Day 2: Academic Track Date: 7th February 2010 Venue: IICMR Nigdi Pradhikaran\, Pune This conference is a part of our continuing drive towards cultivating Project Management know-how among college students. It will feature lectures focusing on Project Management best practices\, competitions and quizzes to stimulate the minds. It is a unique opportunity to reach out to the best young talent in the country. It is open for students\, faculties\, academicians\, Industry & PMI Chapter members. ** Speakers for Academic Track includes: Mr. Shirish Patwardhan (CTO KPITCummins Infosystems Ltd)\, Mr. Satyadeep Mishra (Head of HR for Barclays Technology Centre India)\, etc. Participants would be able to claim 6 PDUs for this conference. Special packages are available for Institutional registrations\, for details get in touch with us. Day 3: Professional Track Date: 14th February 2010 Venue : Le Meridien\, Majestic Hall The Day 3 is targeted at experience professionals in various industries. Eminent speakers share there experience of handling various projects during their professional careers. ** Speakers for Professional Track includes: Mr. Raj Saxena (Vice President of Communication Sector of IBM India Pvt. Ltd.)\, Dr. Prahlada (Distinguished Scientist\, Chief Controller of Defense Research & Development Organization [DRDO])\, Mr. Ashish Kulkarni (Reliance Media Animation)\, Mr G Narayanan Vice Chairman Excel Industries\, Mr Vijay Ghate\, CTO\, Bioanalytical Tech\, etc. ** Speakers may change Participants would be able to claim 8 PDUs for this conference. Registration for OnTarget 2010 International Convention Registration for the following tracks of OnTarget 2010 International Convention on Project Management is now open and last for early bird rate would approach fast. So please complete your registration as soon as possible and reserve your seat with the discounts. Registration Fees: Attending conference on all 3 days is NOT mandatory\, you can attend any single day as you wish. If you attend all the 3 days\, you get 18.0 PDUs. 1) Day 1: 6th Feb 2010: Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) seminars Registration Fees: Only Seminar– Rs 100.. Full day including Workshop - Rs. 500\, Lunch would be arranged for all participants. 2) Day 2: 7th Feb 2010: Academic Track For Students Registration Fees: Regular rate - Rs. 350 For Professionals Registration Fees: Regular rate - Rs. 1000 3) Day 3: 14th Feb 2010: Professional Track 1. Early bird rate (On or Before 20th Jan 2010): PMI Pune Chapter Members - Rs. 1700 Non Members - Rs. 2000 Group of 5+ - Rs. 1800 2. Regular rate (after 20th Jan 10): PMI Pune Chapter Members - Rs. 2000 Non Members - Rs. 2300 Group of 5+ - Rs. 2100 3) Quiz competition Entrance Fee: • Student teams: Rs.250/- per team (Team comprises of 4 members) • Corporate teams: Rs.1000/- per team Note: Quiz will be organized separately at Shramik Patrakar Bhavan on a specified date\, prior to above events. The best team will be given trophy in respective events. Registration Process: In Person: - You can download the registration form http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/pmi-pune-chapter/ Home Page. - You can register for any of the conference tracks by handing over your registration form & cash/cheque payment to PMI Pune chapter Customer Care Executive Ms. Nilam Jadhav at chapter office or to anyone from the board of directors. - We will acknowledge the receipt of the cheque and confirm registration by email. - Cheque/DD should be drawn in favor of "PMI Pune-Deccan India Chapter" payable at Pune. - Office address: 15\, Sthairya Society\, Near Nav Sahyadri Post Office\, Behind Tol Hospital\, Karvenagar\, Pune\, Maharashtra\, Pin: 411 052\, India. - Contact for Ms. Nilam Jadhav: 9922909060\, registrations@pmipunechapter.org - Contacts of Board Of Directors / Volunteers : o Girish Kelkar (president@pmipunechapter.org) o Shantanu Bhamare (vp@pmipunechapter.org) o Narendra Verma (national_cong@pmipunechapter.org) o Jay Dholakia (academic@pmipunechapter.org) o Himanshu Warudkar (development@pmipunechapter.org) o Harish Honwad (corporate@pmipunechapter.org) o Shyam Bhavsar (marketing@pmipunechapter.org) o Sangeeta Kanse (secretary@pmipunechapter.org) o Sangita Zaparde (finance@pmipunechapter.org) o Omkar Gurjar (programs@pmipunechapter.org) OR Online (A/C to A/C Transfer): - You can directly deposit your registration fees at PMI Pune chapter account (details below) and send an email to registrations@pmipunechapter.org with the transaction details and PMI ID. - We will acknowledge and confirm the registration as soon as the amount is deposited in chapter’s account. - Account name: PMI Pune Deccan chapter Bank Name: COSMOS CO-OP.BANK LTD. - Branch: Paud Road\, Pune 411 029. - Account No: 019100101533 - Account Type: CURRENT ACCOUNT - IFSC: COSB0000019 - MICR No. : 411164020 - NEFT using details above and then register at website giving NEFT authorization code in place of check number. Although it will take a couple of days for NEFT to be credited\, you can register immediately after you get authorization code. Depending on your bank you may get this code immediately after initiating the transaction. - We will confirm registration by email. OR Courier: - You can download the registration form http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/pmi-pune-chapter/ Home Page. - Then you can courier your registration cheque and registration form to chapter office: Ms. Nilam Jadhav (Cell: 9922909060) 15\, Sthairya Society\, Near Nav Sahyadri Post Office\, Behind Tol Hospital\, Karvenagar\, Pune\, Maharashtra\, Pin: 411 052\, India. OR Contact our customer care Ms. Nilam Jadhav and provide your address and contact details. Our courier service provider will collect your form and cheque/DD from you. And give you a receipt of payment. We will acknowledge the receipt of the cheque/DD and confirm registration by email. Sponsorship Opportunities PMI Pune-Deccan India Chapter is a not for profit making organization and generates the funds for its activities through sponsorships. The PM conference would provide an excellent opportunity for the sponsor to interact with some of the project managers in leading industry segments\, learn their best practices and showcase your organization\, its activities and value proposition to all. Leading project managers from different sectors would address the audience. The Pune-Deccan India Chapter will provide an opportunity to various organizations to sponsor several events scheduled as part of the On Target 2010. The sponsors will stand to gain benefits from this Conference. Interested sponsors are requested to contact the Marketing Director and to confirm the sponsorship. You can download Sponsorship Opportunities document from this group’s Home Page. To discuss the sponsorship options\, please contact: 1. Narendra Kumar Verma\, PMP®\, National Congress Director E-mail: national_cong@pmipunechapter.org Or Shantanu Bhamare\, PMP®\, Vice President E-mail: vp@pmipunechapter.org Or Harish Honwad\, PMP®\, Corporate Relations Director E-mail: corporate@pmipunechapter.org All PMI Pune chapter members and associates are requested to share/circulate this information with their organization\, colleagues and friends/family so that they can also take advantage of this mega event. Your support and active participation for this mega conference is highly appreciated. To subscribe to PMI Pune-Deccan India Chapter yahoo group: 1) Visit http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/pmi-pune-chapter and click on - Join this group! button. 2) Send mail to pmi-pune-chapter-owner@yahoogroups.com with following information Name\, Personal Email\, Home Phone\, Mobile No\, Company Name\, Work Email\, Work Phone\, Designation\, PMI Member (paid $119)? Pune Chapter Member (paid $10)? 3) Chapter website: www.pmipunechapter.org URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964181/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964181/ DTSTAMP:20091224T094038 LAST-MODIFIED:20091224T094038 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/804618/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/459274/":Hotel Le Meridien @ Raja Bahadur Mill Road · Pune\, Maharashtra\, Pune\, Maharashtra 411001 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100214T080000 DTEND:20100214150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100219T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Middle Management - Leadership and Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909793/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Differentiate among the three levels of management and understand their responsibilities. Discuss the principal challenges managers face in an increasingly competitive environment. Practice advanced managerial skills needed for senior positions. Resolve conflict based on a win-win approach. Introduce and manage change leading to continuous improvement. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909793/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909793/ DTSTAMP:20091216T010443 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T010443 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100214T080000 DTEND:20100214150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100219T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Career Development and Succession Planning - Training and Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963764/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the basics of career development and succession planning. Distinguish succession planning and management from replacement planning\, talent management\, and human capital management. Compare traditional and career planning-oriented HR focus. Explain employee and employer career development roles. Examine innovative corporate career development initiatives. Close the developmental gap by operating and evaluating a succession planning and management program. Prepare individual development plans. Understand how career development and succession planning can foster employee commitment. Manage career choices. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963764/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963764/ DTSTAMP:20091223T192205 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T192205 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100214T080000 DTEND:20100214150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100219T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Business Writing - Communication Skills DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963765/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Write effective memos\, letters and e-mails. Apply specific information gained regarding the correct and most modern methods of written communication. Select the most effective use of language for the particular medium being used. Understand the basic structure of the English language. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963765/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963765/ DTSTAMP:20091223T192446 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T192446 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100221T080000 DTEND:20100221150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100226T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Advanced Supervisory Skills - Leadership and Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963762/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand supervisory roles and related competencies. Grasp the importance of setting goals and planning in order to obtain commitment of others. Organize their time and use delegation as a tool to empower others. Energize and inspire their team for a better performance. Use coaching techniques to manage performance of others. Identify training needs in order to develop others. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963762/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963762/ DTSTAMP:20091223T191819 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T191819 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100221T080000 DTEND:20100221150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100226T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:The Professional Executive Assistant / PA - Administration and Secretarial DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963759/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Practice advanced administration and secretarial techniques. Acquire modern concepts and strategies related to the job\, in order to carry out responsibilities with a high degree of skill. List the main causes of stress and the techniques needed to control them. Prepare a meeting agenda and take minutes accurately. Improve professional skills in communicating with the internal/external public in an effective manner. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963759/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963759/ DTSTAMP:20091223T191145 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T191145 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100221T080000 DTEND:20100221150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100226T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Advanced Presentation Skills - Communication Skills DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963760/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Prepare and deliver high-power and captivating presentations and receive feedback on them. Employ effective techniques for voice projection\, eye contact\, body language\, and gestures. Overcome and conquer nervousness\, anxiety\, and distracting mannerisms. Structure compelling presentations to gain maximum effect. Use audience involvement techniques to identify and handle questions. Create proper visual aids to support the presentation. Deliver different styles of presentations for different audiences. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963760/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963760/ DTSTAMP:20091223T191534 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T191534 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/159221/":Dubai @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100314 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Multifamily Executive Leadership Summit (Co-Sponsored by NMHC) DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5185604/ ] URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5185604/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5185604/ DTSTAMP:20100107T114346 LAST-MODIFIED:20100107T114346 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/158710/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/555562/":Vail Cascade Resort and Spa @ 1300 Westhaven Drive\, Vail\, Colorado 81657 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100314T080000 DTEND:20100314140000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100319T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Sales Training: Certified Sales Manager DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5129870/ ] Program Objectives: By the end of the program\, participants will be able to: •Demonstrate traits of an excellent sales manager. •Plan forecasts and quotas with more accuracy and precision. •Conduct sales coaching and counseling sessions effectively. •Practice effective interpersonal skills. •Manage the sales force with confidence and determination. •Provide sales training for colleagues. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5129870/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5129870/ DTSTAMP:20100102T235321 LAST-MODIFIED:20100102T235321 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/215804/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/667317/":Monarch @ dubai\, Dubayy\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100314T080000 DTEND:20100314150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100319T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:The Power of Leaders - Leadership and Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985507/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Distinguish between management and leadership. Identify their strengths and leadership styles through self-assessment. Examine various leadership theories with emphasis on situational leadership. Identify the major competencies underlying emotional intelligence. Understand the role of the leader as delegator and change agent. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985507/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985507/ DTSTAMP:20091226T194247 LAST-MODIFIED:20091226T194247 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100321T080000 DTEND:20100321150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100326T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Report Writing for the Modern Business - Communication Skills DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985316/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Write an effective report covering its various stages and divisions. Reach the proper conclusions based on analysis of findings. Give strong recommendations based on the right conclusions. Illustrate reports with attractive visual aids. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985316/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985316/ DTSTAMP:20091226T193402 LAST-MODIFIED:20091226T193402 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/111711/":Dubai\, UAE @ Dubai\, Dubai\, Dubai END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100602T080000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:UST Executive Education in Finance: Leaders and Partners in Value Creation DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4226358/ ] Finance managers and directors have the knowledge and the skills to be the value creators of an organization. Learn the skills to become strategic partners in increasing your company’s economic value and helping your company grow. The Leaders and Partners in Value Creation program strengthens your ability to influence business strategy by bringing fresh knowledge\, keen insights\, and an enterprise-wide perspective to your leadership team. Through three days of stimulating discussions\, executive storytelling\, and experiential learning\, you will learn how to: • Expand your capacity for intra-organization collaboration and leadership • Examine various financial frameworks for enterprise decision-making • Examine the interaction of financial\, operational\, and marketing value drivers • Develop and apply the metrics of value creation Become a credible and influential strategic partner in value creation\, work more collaboratively with your counterparts in other business functions\, and understand and manage the financial drivers of value. Make the investment today for you and your company. Upcoming Offering: June 2 - 4\, 2010 Wednesday to Friday\, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are no prerequisites to enroll in this executive education program. Please visit the University of St. Thomas Leaders and Partners in Value Creation website for more information or copy and paste the following URL: http://exed.stthomas.edu/ValueCreation URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4226358/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4226358/ DTSTAMP:20090811T105328 LAST-MODIFIED:20090811T105328 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/903699/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/566824/":University of St. Thomas @ 1000 LaSalle Avenue\, TMH 166\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota 55403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100606T180000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:UST Executive Education for Collaborative Leadership DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4229500/ ] Develop future leaders in a real-life setting that delivers immediate business results – facilitate and cement critical business relationship through a state-of-the-art executive education experience. Learn how to develop and shape collaborative relationships that will span numerous boundaries. UST Executive Education for Collaborative Leadership creates a facilitated\, problem-solving environment that is the ideal setting for helping teams learn while they bond through shared experiences. By the end of the program\, your team of high-potential leaders will be able to: • Make collaborative decisions • Span boundaries • Embrace change • Think critically • Act strategically. Stay competitive and successful in today’s economy – tomorrow’s leadership capacity will require greater flexibility\, vigorous change management skills and extensive cross-cultural/global comprehension. Upcoming Offering: One-Week Retreat June 6 – 11\, 2010 Please visit the University of St. Thomas Collaborative Leadership website for more information or copy and paste the following URL: http://ustcollaborativeleadership.com . URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4229500/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4229500/ DTSTAMP:20090814T080102 LAST-MODIFIED:20090814T080102 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/903699/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/618173/":Gainey Conference Center @ 2480 S. County Road 45\, Owatonna\, Minnesota 55060 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR