BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME: PRODID:-//Upcoming.org/Upcoming ICS//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100105T080000 DTEND:20100105120000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100616T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certification Program DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4691309/ ] Gulf Coast Supervisory Training Institute is offering its Supervisory Skills Certification Program. Supervisors play a key role in the success of every organization. Equipping supervisors with critical management skills and principles required in today's demanding business and industrial climate is the objective of this program. Partial list of courses in the program: - Personal Development Action Plan - Transitioning from Front-Line to Supervisor - Dealing with Difficult Employees - Communication Skills for Supervisors & Managers - Building a High-Performance Team - The 5 Leadership Roles - Conflict Management - Managing a Diverse Workforce & Communication Between Generations Corporate and Individual enrollment packages available. Reserve your place today! For more information\, contact Melody Worsham at CoastConnect@cableone.net URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4691309/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4691309/ DTSTAMP:20091016T161910 LAST-MODIFIED:20091016T161910 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/429208/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/651895/":Innovation Center @ 1636 Popps Ferry Rd.\, Biloxi\, Mississippi END:VEVENT 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:20100114T173000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Share the Story of a Website DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5020396/ ] Bring your own website story\, whether it's a problem you are facing\, a question you have or maybe sharing a favorite site. Find more information on the Portland CommonSpot User Group website. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5020396/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5020396/ DTSTAMP:20091228T222930 LAST-MODIFIED:20091228T222930 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/199104/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/458977/":ISITE Design @ 115 NW First Avenue\, Suite 500\, Portland\, Oregon 97209 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100115T200000 DURATION:PT0S RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100117T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Reputation Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4960876/ ] Der Workshop "Reputation Management" spricht Vertreter des Middle und Top Managements an\, die ihre Online Reputation verbessern möchten. Die klein gehaltene Teilnehmerzahl pro Workshop garantiert eine individuelle Betrachtung der Situation und eine intime Atmosphäre. Die Workshops finden jeweils an wechselnden Örtlichkeiten im Fürstentum Liechtenstein statt. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4960876/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4960876/ DTSTAMP:20091218T134900 LAST-MODIFIED:20091218T134900 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/147450/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/667097/":Reputation Management Seminar @ Zu erfragen / Wechselnde Orte in LI\, Vaduz\, 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:20100117T080000 DTEND:20100117150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100122T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:The Balanced Scorecard: Achieving Performance Excellence - Strategy and Planning DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841032/ ] Link performance measures to strategic goals and objectives. Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the measurement and evaluation of performance and productivity at all levels: company\, department and individuals. Evaluate the feasibility of using the Balanced Scorecard in their organization. Design and implement the approach of Best-in-Class Benchmarking in their organization. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841032/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841032/ DTSTAMP:20091103T230633 LAST-MODIFIED:20091103T230633 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: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:Project Management Skills - Project Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841013/ ] Plan\, schedule\, implement and control projects in a structural and professional style. Review the financial aspects of the projects they are currently handling. Deal with all parties concerned through better negotiation and communication skills. Develop an awareness of own personal strengths and weaknesses while managing projects. Work with the problems and constraints related to managing projects. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841013/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4841013/ DTSTAMP:20091103T222708 LAST-MODIFIED:20091103T222708 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:20100119T073000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:SDForum Workshop - Top 10 Mistakes People Make in Presentations and Demos DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961738/ ] Huge mistakes are made every day by people giving presentations and product demos that invariably cause audience "tune out" and lost sales. This happens in investor meetings and board rooms\, at trade shows\, conferences and sales meetings of all kinds. Many of the Top 10 Mistakes People Make in Presentations and Demos undermine credibility\, believability and rapport with the audience and create negative perceptions and sabotage the main message. Why waste your hard work building your presentation and demo\, and then have this happen? This dynamic 90 minute workshop contains crucial\, ready-to-apply information and insights into avoiding the Top 10 Mistakes. Attendees will be able to implement and use the ideas and techniques in their next presentation or demo. About the Speaker: Nathan Gold\, founder of The Demo Coach and co-author of Giving Memorable Product Demos\, has given over 15\,000 presentations and product demos in his career. Over the past 9 years\, Nathan has been merited with two DEMOgod Awards from IDG Executive Forums for DEMOmobile 2000 and DEMOfall 2005. Nathan's most recent achievement was granted at the DEMO Fall 2009\, where he coached 4 out of 5 on stage DEMOgod Award winners and both $1M Media Prize People's Choice Award winners. In addition\, Nathan has provided services to help Education.com raise $9.2 million (Series B) and Sim Ops Studios raise $3 million (Series A)\, helped 46 people win awards of their own\, and is the presentation and demo coach for DLA Piper Venture Pipeline Group\, SDForum.org\, Keiretsu Forum Entrepreneur Academy\, and White and Lee's Whiteboard Accelerator. Agenda: 7:30am - 8:00am Registration and Breakfast 8:00am - 10:00am Workshop URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961738/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961738/ DTSTAMP:20091220T204839 LAST-MODIFIED:20091220T204839 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/557073/":White and Lee LLP @ 541 Jefferson Ave # 100\, Redwood City\, California 94063 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100120T183000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Cooking Up A Healthier Financial Future DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900994/ ] Are you hungry to expand your investment knowledge? Are you looking to make smarter financial choices and better investment decisions? Chances are this class is for you. Learn the three most valuable concepts to help you plan and invest wisely. Discover common emotional mistakes people make while you enjoy a tasty new approach to this important subject. If you think learning about investing might be unappetizing... Join Jeff Stoffer CFA\, CFP(R)\, principal of Stoffer Wealth Advisors and former Chez Panisse chef\, as he cooks up a four-course "investment menu" to expand your financial knowledge. You'll never look at your investments in the same way again. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900994/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900994/ DTSTAMP:20091209T150012 LAST-MODIFIED:20091209T150012 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/187596/":Sir Francis Drake High School @ 1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd\, San Anselmo\, California 94960 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100123T100000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Social Media @ The Beach DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4550128/ ] Who?: Anyone looking to learn more about next generation marketing and technology. Whether if you are completely new to Social Media or if you are at an advanced level\, there will be a large variety of topics to be discussed at the event. One of our featured highlights is the group activity in how to make a Business successful using Social Media Marketing from the ground up. Why Social Media?: Increase Brand Awareness Reputation Management / Social Engagement Improve Search Engine Rankings (Google Juice) Increase Relevant Visitor Traffic Improve Sales for a Product or Service TopicsDiscussions: Blogging / Vlogs / Podcasts Social Networks (Facebook\, Myspace) Micro-Blog (Twitter) Youtube\, Vimeo\, Viddler SEO / Social Bookmarking Wikis Flickr / Photobucket Success Stories from Social Media Career Search using Social Media Public Relations / Exposure / Branding IT Security / Technology Social Media Made Easy Many More...Stay Tuned! Event Overview: #SMATB is a local event for the Virginia Beach are for the people by the people. We are not your typical large corporate company trying to get you as another client or charge you an arm & a leg just to get in. We are opening this to the public as a grass roots type of movement where we are avoiding corporate exposure and running this by a team who will all contribute by presenting and organizing the event. #SMATB is also contributing proceeds from the event to "Just For Kids" local charity. Speakers: Cara Mandart - Non-Profits / Relocation Specialist / Social Media Jobs Specialist Cathy Mayo Kahn - Business development / Events Coordinator Damien Smith - Owner of a Social Media Marketing Company Frederick West - Business Coach / Website developer / SEO Jaylyn Bergner - PR specialist / Writer / Communications Justin Williams - Social Media Blogger / Marketing & Advertising / Finance Consultant Leslie Woodruff - Marketing / Photography Rachell Lauren Brazie - PR / Blogger / Telecomm Tina Merritt - Owner of a Social Media Marketing Co. for Real Estate Agents Lori Aitkenhead - Marketing / Blogger / Writer of the Industry Wire / Inbound Marketing Professor **Guest Speaker** Will Announce Near Event Launch!!!! Stay Tuned!!! Sponsorships are available at http://www.scribd.com/doc/20350581/Social-Media-At-The-Beach-Sponsorship-Information URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4550128/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4550128/ DTSTAMP:20090928T201847 LAST-MODIFIED:20090928T201847 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/259277/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/643408/":Peabodys @ 211 21st St\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia 23451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100123T083000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:A Helluva Camp for Indie Filmmakers DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900900/ ] As the economy faces a 'jobless recovery\,' creative entrepreneurs are emerging in all sectors and industries. While gumption counts for a lot\, entrepreneurs still require hard skills and information to successfully launch an enterprise. Film fundraising expert and author Holly Million helps big thinkers translate their vision into practical plans with A Helluva Camp for Indie Filmmakers. Registration includes breakfast\, lunch and Peet's coffee and teas. This class is for indie filmmakers who want new ideas and new ways to succeed in an increasingly competitive world. A Helluva Camp will cover topics not covered in most film schools\, and our instructors are working filmmakers or real-life movers and shakers in their fields of expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with other filmmakers and experts in many fields. With topics such as "Agony & Ecstasy of a Tapeless Workflow" and "How to Ask People For Money\," A Helluva Camp provides thorough and compelling content with a fired-up attitude. Register before Dec. 31\, 2009 at the early-bird discount rate of just $125. Tom Lin\, a veteran of the online advertising world for such corporations as Microsoft\, Google and Yahoo\, participated in Million's recent workshop on Web 2.0 tools for film fundraising. "I'm very familiar with Web 2.0 and\, as a filmmaker\, I've attended classes that speak to these tools\, but none of them successfully brought it all together until I participated in Holly's workshop\," notes Lin. "Hers was the best I've ever attended. Thanks\, Holly!" URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900900/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900900/ DTSTAMP:20091209T130441 LAST-MODIFIED:20091209T130441 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/663232/":Ninth Street Media Center @ 145 Ninth Street\, San Francisco\, California 94103 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100124T080000 DTEND:20100124150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100129T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Simplification of Work Processes and Procedures - Quality and Productivity DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909764/ ] Analyze the basic concepts and steps in work simplification. Practice the use of flow charts\, office layout charts and work distribution charts. Simplify complicated procedures as part of a number of case studies. Analyze and distribute work allocated to employees in an organizational unit. Justify how the simplification of work procedures will increase individual and organizational productivity. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909764/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909764/ DTSTAMP:20091215T230802 LAST-MODIFIED:20091215T230802 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: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:20100126T120000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:PATCA Consultants Networking Lunch-Sunnyvale DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961710/ ] PATCA hosts a Sunnyvale lunch group for members and consultant guests who are based in the South Bay. PATCA Lunches are monthly meetings designed to offer networking with other consultants\, discussion of business topics\, and the issues and challenges of running a successful consulting practice. RSVP (Encouraged): joel@emlinux.com PATCA Lunches are designed to offer: *Member-to-member networking with other consultants. *Discussion of issues and challenges of running a successful consulting practice. *Exchange of ideas about a variety of industries and business topics. *Opportunities to share leads or collaborate on projects. *Have an enjoyable business lunch with interesting people on a regular basis. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961710/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4961710/ DTSTAMP:20091220T185942 LAST-MODIFIED:20091220T185942 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/227097/":Coco's on Oakmead\, Sunnyvale @ 1206 Oakmead Parkway\, Sunnyvale\, California 94086 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100126T173000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:An Evening with Best-Selling Author Geoffrey Moore DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963578/ ] Join us in conversation with Geoffrey Moore and learn what's on his mind as we enter the next decade. Geoffrey Moore is a best-selling author\, managing director at TCG Advisors and Venture Partner at Mohr Davidow Ventures. His books draw on years of consulting experience in Silicon Valley and address topics ranging from technology adoption and market development\, to organizational change and strategies for managing growth and innovation. His most recent book 'Dealing with Darwin: How Great Companies Innovate at Every Phase of Their Evolution' examines the challenges to remaining competitive in a fast-changing\, global world. His other books\, 'Crossing the Chasm'\, 'Inside the Tornado'\, 'The Gorilla Game' and 'Living on the Fault Line' are best sellers and required reading at leading business schools. He is currently at work on a new book focusing on the role of business models in the strategy mix. He graduated in American literature with honors from Stanford University and has a doctorate from the University of Washington in English literature. Register early\, as seating will be limited at this evening event. Early bird registration ends January 10\, 2010. Co-hosted by Harvard Business School Alumni Strategy Roundtable. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963578/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963578/ DTSTAMP:20091223T131247 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T131247 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/26346/":SRI International @ 333 Ravenswood Avenue\, Menlo Park\, California END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100128T160000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Gratis HAN Lean Event op 28 januari 2010: Lean - Doen! door HAN LeanCircle DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4903626/ ] Sinds 2008 is binnen de Faculteit Techniek van de Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen de Expertgroep Lean actief onder leiding van Dr Vincent Wiegel. Aanleiding is dat veel MKB ondernemers in de regio onder druk van concurrentie gedwongen worden voortdurend te verbeteren. Lean\, een procesmanagement aanpak\, biedt daarbij een goed handvat: meer en meer bedrijven in het MKB passen Lean toe. Het zeer succesvolle HAN Lean Event van 2009 was voor velen de eerste kennismaking met onze Expertgroep Lean. Ruim 200 ondernemers hebben aan dit eerste event deelgenomen. Een goede reden om ook in 2010 weer een HAN Lean Event te organiseren! De oorsprong van Lean Management ligt in de automobielindustrie. De term Lean Manufacturing of Lean Management werd voor het eerst gebruikt in het boek "The machine that changed te World" van James Womack en Dan Jones. In dit boek beschrijven zij het Toyota Productie Systeem dat vanaf de vijftiger jaren is ontwikkeld door o.a. Kiichiro Toyoda en Taiichi Ohno bij de automobielfabrikant Toyota. Deze ontwikkeling heeft geleid tot de sterke positie die Toyota binnen de automobielindustrie heeft. Lean Management is een filosofie voor het organiseren van bedrijven waarbij alle bedrijfsprocessen gericht zijn op een maximale waardetoevoeging voor de klant en het elimineren van verspillingen. Men bereikt concurrentievoordeel met Lean Management door de reactie op klantenwensen te versnellen en tegelijkertijd voorraden te minimaliseren. Hierbij worden producten alleen geproduceerd wanneer de klant daarom vraagt en gelden voorraden vooral als een slecht excuus voor slechte planning\, inflexibiliteit\, verkeerde machines\, kwaliteitsproblemen etc. Op deze wijze dwingen Lean bedrijven sterke verbeteringen in kwaliteit\, doorlooptijden\, leverbetrouwbaarheid en financiële resultaten af. Lean Management wordt gezien als belangrijk instrument om te overleven\, zeker ook binnen het MKB. Ervaring op doen met Lean in de eigen omgeving en vooral het zélf doen zijn erg belangrijk. Er bestaat daarom een groeiende behoefte aan oplossingen voor meer praktische problemen bij de toepassing van Lean. Deze kennis en ervaring blijft echter vaak in zeer beperkte kring waardoor het wiel vaak opnieuw uitgevonden wordt en verbeterprocessen traag verlopen. Juist het delen van ervaringen met andere bedrijven kan het verbeterproces sterk versnellen. De Expertgroep Lean heeft daarom het platform LeanCircle opgestart\, met als doel: - Het beschikbaar stellen en delen van kennis en ervaringen over Lean en het vinden van antwoorden op praktische problemen - Het bieden van mogelijkheden voor het leggen en onderhouden van contacten tussen bedrijven en instellingen en personen die zich bezig houden Lean. LeanCircle wil hét platform voor praktijkervaring met Lean zijn en maakt hiervoor gebruik van een online gemeenschap (http://blog.leancircle.net/) en van fysieke bijeenkomsten. Het delen van praktische Lean-kennis is dan ook hét doel van het HAN Lean Event dat op 28 januari 2010 wordt georganiseerd. De opzet is in grote lijnen gelijk aan de zeer succesvol verlopen versie van 2009. Het thema in 2010 is: “Lean - Doen!”. De toepassing van Lean en 6 sigma methodieken staan centraal in de minor World Class Manufacturing / Lean Management (keuzemodule voor 4e jaars studenten van een half jaar) die de Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen in nauwe samenwerking met de Expertgroep Lean heeft ontwikkeld. In deze minor worden de studenten geschoold in de lean methodieken en voeren zij uitgebreide praktijkopdrachten uit bij verschillende bedrijven. De groeiende belangstelling voor Lean Management uit zich ook in het toegenomen aantal deelnemende studenten en bedrijven bij de start van de minor in september 2009 . Op het HAN Lean Event 2010 komen deze ontwikkelingen samen. De studenten van de minor World Class Manufacturing / Lean Management\, presenteren op het Event de resultaten van hun Lean bedrijfsopdrachten. Tijdens informele postersessies kunt u nader kennis maken met Lean in de praktijk. Aan de hand van het werk dat bedrijven\, studenten en docenten hebben uitgevoerd kunt u zelf zien welk nut Lean heeft voor uw bedrijf. Bovendien hebt u de gelegenheid om andere Lean-enthousiasten te ontmoeten. Vervolgens spreken drie vooraanstaande ondernemers uit het MKB over hun belangrijkste ervaring met Lean in de vorm van een “One Point Lesson”. Dr Vincent Wiegel vertelt u over het belang en de voordelen van het delen van praktische lean kennis en wat u mag verwachten van Leancircle. Aansluitend is er een forum discussie. De studenten die de minor WCM succesvol hebben afgerond krijgen tijdens het Han Lean Event het certificaat hiervoor uitgereikt. Noteer daarom deze datum al vast in uw agenda: HAN Lean Event: 28 januari 2010\, 16:00-19:00 Locatie: Aula HAN\, Ruitenberglaan 26\, Arnhem Het programma van het HAN Lean Event vindt u op http://blog.leancircle.net/ \, de internetsite voor het HAN Lean Event / Lean circle. U kunt zich op deze site aanmelden voor het HAN Lean Event en u vindt hier in de komende weken aanvullende informatie over het HLE maar ook informatie over verschillende Lean-onderwerpen. Voor vragen kunt u terecht bij (email): doreen.tolmeijer@han.nl URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4903626/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4903626/ DTSTAMP:20091213T005149 LAST-MODIFIED:20091213T005149 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/273269/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/409510/":Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen @ Ruitenberglaan 26\, Arnhem\, Gelderland 6826 CC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100130T083000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:A Helluva Camp for Nonprofit Rebels DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900916/ ] As the economy faces a 'jobless recovery\,' social entrepreneurs are emerging in all sectors and industries. While gumption counts for a lot\, entrepreneurs still require hard skills and information to successfully launch an enterprise. Fundraising expert and author Holly Million helps big thinkers translate their vision into practical plans with A Helluva Camp for Nonprofit Rebels. Registration includes breakfast\, lunch and Peet's coffee and teas. This content-packed camp features new faces and new ideas for the rebels who want to shake up the nonprofit world. Come discover new ideas and innovative ways of doing "business" in your field. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with other nonprofit rebels and experts in many fields. Camp enrollment limited to 80 maximum. With topics such as "Caviar PR on a Baked-Bean Budget" and "How to Ask People For Money\," A Helluva Camp provides thorough and compelling content with a fired-up attitude. Register before Dec. 31\, 2009 at the early-bird discount rate of just $125. Tom Lin\, a veteran of the online advertising world for such corporations as Microsoft\, Google and Yahoo\, participated in Million's recent workshop on Web 2.0 tools for film fundraising. "I'm very familiar with Web 2.0 and\, as a filmmaker\, I've attended classes that speak to these tools\, but none of them successfully brought it all together until I participated in Holly's workshop\," notes Lin. "Hers was the best I've ever attended. Thanks\, Holly!" URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900916/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4900916/ DTSTAMP:20091209T134624 LAST-MODIFIED:20091209T134624 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/663232/":Ninth Street Media Center @ 145 Ninth Street\, San Francisco\, California 94103 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:20100131T080000 DTEND:20100131150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100205T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Effective Budgeting and Cost Control - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909836/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:See how the budget relates to the key financial statements: balance sheet\, income statement\, and cash flows. Prepare a budget consistent with the organization strategic plan. Use appropriate estimation techniques in the development of revenue and expense budgets. Identify all the appropriate costs to be included in a capital expenditure proposal. Analyze management cost reports and take corrective action. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909836/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909836/ DTSTAMP:20091216T035408 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T035408 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:20100207150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100212T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Managing Your IT Projects Successfully - Information Technology DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963776/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand how to manage IT projects using project management methodology. Master fundamental project management skills\, concepts and techniques. Link project goals and objectives to stakeholders needs in a clear and compelling manner. Set realistic measurable objectives and estimate project costs and schedules using proven techniques. Develop work breakdown structures and establish an effective project control and monitoring process for IT Projects. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963776/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963776/ DTSTAMP:20091223T195209 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T195209 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:20100207T080000 DTEND:20100207150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100212T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System - Sales and Marketing DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963784/ ] 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/4963784/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963784/ DTSTAMP:20091223T202615 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T202615 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:20100207150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100212T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:High Performance Teams - Interpersonal Skills and Self Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963772/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Identify team strengths and blind spots after analyzing their personal styles and preferences. Distinguish between groups and teams and list the major characteristics of effective teams. Make decisions by consensus through participating in a number of team building activities. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963772/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963772/ DTSTAMP:20091223T194644 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T194644 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:20100207150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100212T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Human Resources Management - Human Resources Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963774/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Explain the main functions in Human Resources and the role of each. Know the functions of recruitment and selection and explain the main steps in attracting and hiring qualified candidates. Understand the cycle of Training and Development and how T&D works from identification of training needs to evaluation of training. Outline the roles and responsibilities of Human Resources in designing and implementing a performance management system. List the career options available for HR professionals and examine the best ways forward in light of these options. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963774/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963774/ DTSTAMP:20091223T194958 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T194958 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: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:Fundamentals of Purchasing - Materials Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015544/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the fundamentals and modern principles of the purchasing function. Acquire all the required skills to be an effective buyer. Improve the efficiency of buying goods and services. Select suppliers in a better way. Determine transportation and packaging requirements. Shorten total lead-time to speed up the purchasing cycle. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015544/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015544/ DTSTAMP:20091227T223804 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T223804 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:Cost Management Strategies for Business Decisions DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015789/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Discover the importance of analyzing and managing costs. Understand Activity-Based Costing - ABC and Activity Based Management - ABM. Realize the importance of process costing and cost allocation. Develop important tools for planning and decision making. Evaluate and manage performance through strategic cost management. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015789/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5015789/ DTSTAMP:20091227T225008 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T225008 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:Efficient Finance and Accounting Operations DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5016018/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the operations of the Finance and Accounting department. Acquire internationally implemented best practices in the following areas: Accounts Payables\, Billing\, Budgeting\, Cash Management and Treasury\, Costing\, Filing\, Financial Statements\, General Ledger\, Inventory\, Payroll\, and Policies and Procedures. Apply their knowledge through hands-on workshops and group presentations. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5016018/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5016018/ DTSTAMP:20091227T230145 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T230145 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:Successful Planning\, Scheduling\, and Control - Strategy and Planning DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963755/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the critical managerial and supervisory functions of planning\, scheduling and control. Utilize the planning cycle for effective results. Apply planning techniques to allocate budgets and resources\, and to schedule projects. Use KPIs and targets to control results. Manage and control resistance to change. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963755/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963755/ DTSTAMP:20091223T190600 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T190600 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:20100214T080000 DTEND:20100214150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100219T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Contract Preparation and Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963780/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Identify and discuss the major steps involved in the contracting procedures. Develop the scope of work and recognize the implications of a poorly prepared scope. Discuss the contracting strategy including pricing. Select contractors more efficiently. Review the tendering principles and process. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963780/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963780/ DTSTAMP:20091223T200552 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T200552 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/403697/":Abu Dhabi @ Abu Dhabi\, Abu Dhabi\, Abu Dhabi END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100214T080000 DTEND:20100214150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100219T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Public Relations and Media Skills - Public Relations DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909801/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Analyze and assess the latest public relations concepts and strategies in a variety of contexts. Appraise certain public relations techniques and approaches appropriately geared to the working environment of Arab institutions. Practice key public relations skills relating to verbal and written communication\, as well as editorial\, layout and production techniques. Improve their awareness of the main media skills in Public Relations. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909801/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4909801/ DTSTAMP:20091216T013307 LAST-MODIFIED:20091216T013307 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: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:Mastering Business and Financial Modeling: Unleashing the Power of Excel 2007 - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963777/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Use Excel in business\, finance\, accounting\, marketing and sales more effectively. Perform analysis and evaluation to assist in enhancing the decision making process. Master data analysis using pivot tables and pivot charts. Slice and dice large accounting data in no time. Develop dynamic business reporting models flash reports to senior management. Apply data to real-life business situations. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963777/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963777/ DTSTAMP:20091223T195841 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T195841 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:Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making - Interpersonal Skills and Self Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963783/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Apply logical and creative approaches to solving problems and making decisions. Use traditional and creative tools for identifying causes and generating solutions. Utilize creativity and lateral thinking as a business tool. Analyze and solve actual problems facing them at work. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963783/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963783/ DTSTAMP:20091223T202405 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T202405 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:20100223T120000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:PATCA Consultants Networking Lunch-Sunnyvale DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964790/ ] PATCA hosts a Sunnyvale lunch group for members and consultant guests who are based in the South Bay. PATCA Lunches are monthly meetings designed to offer networking with other consultants\, discussion of business topics\, and the issues and challenges of running a successful consulting practice. RSVP (Encouraged): joel@emlinux.com PATCA Lunches are designed to offer: *Member-to-member networking with other consultants. *Discussion of issues and challenges of running a successful consulting practice. *Exchange of ideas about a variety of industries and business topics. *Opportunities to share leads or collaborate on projects. *Have an enjoyable business lunch with interesting people on a regular basis. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964790/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964790/ DTSTAMP:20091225T165213 LAST-MODIFIED:20091225T165213 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/227097/":Coco's on Oakmead\, Sunnyvale @ 1206 Oakmead Parkway\, Sunnyvale\, California 94086 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100307T080000 DTEND:20100307150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100312T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Win-Win Negotiation Skills - Interpersonal Skills and Self Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014807/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Recognize the soft\, hard and principled styles in negotiating. Plan and conduct (individually and within a team) several negotiations. Use the 10-point planning format that will allow reaching a win-win outcome. Appreciate and apply (if need be) different negotiating tactics. Identify\, through several self-assessment tests\, their preferred negotiating style and how it affects the negotiating outcome. Discover their own approach to resolving conflict and building trust. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014807/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014807/ DTSTAMP:20091227T220012 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T220012 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:20100307T080000 DTEND:20100307150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100312T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Accounts Payable: From Accounting to Management - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5019725/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the function of Accounts Payable and its role in organizations. Take a successful lead in the management of Accounts Payable. Get the latest update on best practices in managing Accounts Payable. Apply accounting principles related to Accounts Payable. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5019725/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5019725/ DTSTAMP:20091228T025702 LAST-MODIFIED:20091228T025702 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:20100307T080000 DTEND:20100307150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100312T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Advanced Human Resources Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044821/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:List the main cycles in Human Resources and the critical steps in each. Define strategic HR management and draft an HR strategy. Explain the vital signs which should be constantly monitored in Human Resources. Quantify employee morale and determine a formula for calculating it objectively. Differentiate between types of turnover and determine how each should be calculated. List the main types of performance management and appraisal rating systems and how and when to use each. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044821/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044821/ DTSTAMP:20091230T222450 LAST-MODIFIED:20091230T222450 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:20100307T080000 DTEND:20100307150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100310T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Accounts Payable: From Accounting to Management - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044692/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Understand the function of Accounts Payable and its role in organizations. Take a successful lead in the management of Accounts Payable. Get the latest update on best practices in managing Accounts Payable. Apply accounting principles related to Accounts Payable. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044692/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5044692/ DTSTAMP:20091230T221842 LAST-MODIFIED:20091230T221842 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:20100307T080000 DTEND:20100307150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100312T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Meirc Certificate in Islamic Business and Commercial Transactions - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963824/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Use business and commercial transactions as they relate to Islamic finance. Understand the sources\, principles\, concepts\, methodology\, standards and application of Islamic transaction. Make the link between Islamic finance and the financial system\, industry and environment. Discover the importance of contracts in relation to Islamic finance. Gain practical experience of the application of Islamic contracts to contemporary Islamic financial products and services. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963824/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963824/ DTSTAMP:20091224T024329 LAST-MODIFIED:20091224T024329 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:20100314T080000 DTEND:20100314150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100319T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Performance Management: Setting and Measuring Objectives - Human Resources Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963827/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Explain performance management - definitions\, aims and developments. Use tangible and intangible measures of performance. Set business based objectives - including SMART targets and measures. Understand the performance management cycle and how to manage it. Complete the performance management cycle including end of year reviews\, using competencies and the various rewards programs. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963827/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963827/ DTSTAMP:20091224T024943 LAST-MODIFIED:20091224T024943 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: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:20100314T080000 DTEND:20100314150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100319T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Training Your Mind for Success with NLP - Interpersonal Skills and Self Development DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014192/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Define and understand Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and its relevance at work. Identify their preferred thinking patterns and filters. Apply sensory specific language in their day-to-day interactions with others. Use modeling techniques to improve their skills. Implement NLP in leading and coaching others. Understand the law of attraction and how to attract more of what they want. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014192/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014192/ DTSTAMP:20091227T212851 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T212851 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:20100314T080000 DTEND:20100314150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100319T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Warehouse Operations and Management - Materials Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014283/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Maximize customer service and provide fast and accurate issuing. Plan and control the warehousing operation to minimize the operational costs. Guarantee safety to the warehouse personnel and facilities. Develop the technical skills of warehouse personnel. Deal and work with the problems and constraints related to warehousing management. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014283/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014283/ DTSTAMP:20091227T213345 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T213345 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:20100315T090000 DTEND:20100315170000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100318T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:UC Berkeley New Manager Boot Camp DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963584/ ] Mon-Wed\, March 15 - March 17\, 2010\, 9am to 5pm UC Berkeley's: New Manager Boot Camp - Engaging and inspiring others. - Assembling and retaining the best talent. - Prioritizing and making quality decisions. - Navigating your organization's unique power structure to get things done. - Mastering the art of personal\, group\, and remote communications. All while staying on top of your field. Unlocking the full potential of your team\, and yourself\, requires an additional set of skills-beyond what got you here. UC Berkeley's "New Manager Boot Camp" uses a combination of lectures\, case studies\, and individual and group exercises designed for immediate application in your career as a manager and a leader. Award-winning faculty and industry experts team up in this program to make sure you are prepared to lead. This three day training course will make sure you are ready to face the challenges of being a new manager. - Leading and Developing Others: How do you ensure that your team members are excited about their work\, your team\, the company? How do you manage difficult people? What do you do about conflicts between team members? How do you lead people who were your peers yesterday? - Team Structure: How many people can you effectively manage? How do you determine roles for team members? How do you manage dispersed\, multi-cultural teams? What is technology's impact on organizational structure and business processes? - Prioritizing: How do you balance team management\, planning for the future\, and day-to-day decision making? How do you keep your team focused without micromanaging? - Hiring and Firing: How do you find good people and assess if they are a fit for your team? How do you take action when you have a poor fit-quickly\, professionally\, and without threat of lawsuit? - Communicating Effectively: How do you harness the power of communication? The New Manager Boot Camp will provide you the most intensive management training you can find for knowledge workers who are new to management. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963584/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4963584/ DTSTAMP:20091223T133819 LAST-MODIFIED:20091223T133819 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/13106/":Haas School of Business (UC-Berkeley) @ 2220 Piedmont Avenue\, Berkeley\, California 94720 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20100317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20100319 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:MDDexec's European Sales & Marketing Summit\, 17-18 March 2010\, London DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4884225/ ] MDDexec’s European Sales & Marketing Summit\, 17-18 March 2010\, London. Learn how to grow and retain talent\, respond to the changing healthcare environment and sustain high growth at this year’s sales and marketing meeting place for the medical device industry. Hear expert speakers from the likes of Boston Scientific\, Medtronic\, DePuy (a J&J company)\, Stryker\, Covidien\, Hospira and more. Speakers will lead discussions on a variety of topics such as future-proofing your European go-to-market strategy\, the importance of sales force effectiveness in a price and quality-sensitive market & how to implement your value proposition through your sales teams in this 2-day programme. For more information & to book online visit www.mddexec.com/saleseu Super Early bird discount (€600) runs until December 4th. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4884225/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4884225/ DTSTAMP:20091116T074302 LAST-MODIFIED:20091116T074302 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/918092/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/12097/":Regent's Park Marriott Hotel @ 128 King Henry's Road\, London\, London NW3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100320T080000 DTEND:20100320150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100325T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Strategic Thinking and Planning - Strategy and Planning DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014123/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Define the strategic planning and control process and its main components. Understand and apply strategic thinking. Develop organizational and departmental strategies. Use the strategy of the organization to determine Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Utilize KPIs to draft an organizational balanced scorecard. Convert a strategic plan to an operating plan. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014123/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014123/ DTSTAMP:20091227T212517 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T212517 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/403694/":Jeddah @ Jeddah\, Jeddah\, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100321T080000 DTEND:20100321150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100326T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Meirc Certificate in Islamic Banking and Insurance - Finance and Accounting DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014034/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Gain knowledge of the development of Islamic banking and insurance. Understand the role of Islamic capital markets and financial regulations. Outline the rules of deposits and investment accounts in Islamic banking. Understand the importance of using Islamic treasury and trade products and services. Increase their awareness of Takaful underwritings and Re-Takaful. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014034/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/5014034/ DTSTAMP:20091227T212049 LAST-MODIFIED:20091227T212049 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/434759/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/119498/":Kuala Lumpur @ Kuala Lumpur\, Kuala Lumpur\, Kuala Lumpur END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100321T080000 DTEND:20100321150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100326T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Resolving Contractual Claims and Disputes - Contracts Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985431/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Identify and avoid causes for contractual claims and change orders. Recognize the different types of claims and how to prevent and/or deal with each type. Understand the different approaches to claims handling including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and litigation. Practice and discuss\, through a project\, all aspects of handling and resolving contractual claims and change orders. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985431/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985431/ DTSTAMP:20091226T193919 LAST-MODIFIED:20091226T193919 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:20100321T080000 DTEND:20100321150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100326T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Preparation for Project Management Professional Certification - Project Management DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985244/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Get a jump start to prepare for the PMP exam. Manage a project in compliance with the Project Management Institute (PMI) standards. Know the project management framework\, processes and the nine project management knowledge areas in addition to project manager professional and social responsibilities. Recognize Project Management Book of Knowledge PMBOK and PMP exam Certification. Apply project management skills\, tools and techniques to deliver on time within budget. Identify key concepts not mentioned in the PMBOK. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985244/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985244/ DTSTAMP:20091226T193037 LAST-MODIFIED:20091226T193037 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:20100328T080000 DTEND:20100328150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100402T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Total Quality Management (TQM) Tool Box for Continual Improvement - Quality and Productivity DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985630/ ] By the end of the program\, participants will be able to:Realize the importance of quality models. Understand TQM philosophy. Use TQM improvement tools to enhance customer satisfaction and improve processes within their organizations. Gain an understanding of other widely used improvement methodologies. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985630/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4985630/ DTSTAMP:20091226T194830 LAST-MODIFIED:20091226T194830 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:20100329T090000 DTEND:20100329170000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20100403T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:UC Berkeley Product Management Program DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964781/ ] Mon-Fri\, March 29 - April 2\, 2010\, 9am to 5pm UC Berkeley Product Management Program The UC Berkeley Product Management program teaches critical business skills and a strategic framework for superior Product Management that will drive companies to new levels of profitability. Designed for product managers and executives interfacing with product management\, this intensive 5-day course delivers a powerful knowledge mix across the product life cycle including strategic planning\, product management execution\, and product launch. Benefits During this program\, participants will develop the skills to: - Determine the most effective methods for obtaining and integrating market feedback to drive corporate and product decisions\, including both one-off and recurrent research studies - Appropriately allocate resources among products - Prepare a meaningful business case - Construct product road maps - Write effective market and product requirements documents - Choose the most appropriate product prototyping and testing methodology - Develop a top-notch launch plan - Optimize the marketing mix Learn from the Best in the Business and Build a Valuable Network The program brings together top faculty from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley with Product Managers of some of the world's most successful products. All graduates get a UC Berkeley Certificate and an invitation to join our UC Berkeley Product Management alumni LinkedIn network. Who Should Attend? Product Managers\, Directors\, and Vice Presidents of Product Management\, Engineers looking to move into or interfacing with Product Management Strategic planners\, VP's\, and others who manage product portfolios and corporate strategy. Program Dates: March 29 - April 2\, 2009 Program Fee: $5\,995 For more information\, visit: www.galimagroup.com/product-management or contact Tom Peterson\, tom_peterson@haas.berkeley.edu\, 510-643-0476 URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964781/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4964781/ DTSTAMP:20091225T162255 LAST-MODIFIED:20091225T162255 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/4368/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/13106/":Haas School of Business (UC-Berkeley) @ 2220 Piedmont Avenue\, Berkeley\, California 94720 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20100618T200000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:American Idol Audition with Jeremy Shum DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2294644/ ] Teen sketch comedian Jeremy Shum will be trying out for American Idol 2010\, in which he hopes to "forever replace William Hung as the iconic Chinese singer". The controversial radio host who is currently completing studies in Engineering Management\, has been welcomed by Simon Cowell\, who admits he won't put up with any "funny business"\, and not consider Shum's previous success in the comedy industry. "It's not a laughing matter"\, Cowell says\, "but if he can sell\, we'll have him". Executives of American Idol 2010 look forward to a huge and successful year. Jeremy Shum has not yet indicated which song he is going to sing\, but it is unlikely he will be doing the usual parody from his Miley5! Weekly show. Jonas Brothers\, Miley Cyrus\, Demi Lovato\, and Alyson Stoner songs seem to be apart of his consideration\, but we won't know until the auditions. more information about Jeremy Shum: http://www.jeremyshum.com/ http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Who_is_Jeremy_Shum http://www.jeremyshumofficial.com/ http://bestuff.com/stuff/jeremy-shum http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Jeremy%20Shum http://www.openpr.com/news/54647/Jeremy-Shum-and-Miley-Cyrus-hit-supe... http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/740233 http://loadingvault.com/index.php?q=Jeremy+Shum http://demilovatofansite.wetpaint.com/page/JEREMY+SHUM+-+I+Propose+on... http://www.vimeo.com/1742322 http://www.rockyou.com/helpspace/myspace/Jeremy_shum http://jeremyshummusic.com/ http://www.6lyrics.com/music/jeremy_shum/lyrics/step_up_2_miley.aspx http://www.miley5.net/ http://www.myspace.com/miley5weekly/ URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2294644/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2294644/ DTSTAMP:20090329T220226 LAST-MODIFIED:20090329T220226 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/628825/ LOCATION;ALTREP="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/151/":Cow Palace @ Geneva Ave & Santos St\, San Francisco\, California 94134 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR