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Quality Improvement Programs

Quality is a measure of excellence or a state of being free from defects, deficiencies, and significant variations, brought about by the strict and consistent adherence to measurable and verifiable standards to achieve uniformity of output that satisfies specific customer or user requirements.

Here at the University of Akron, we offer three proven programs that will increase your company’s profits:

Class List - Business

Building Work Relationships

Create rapport, enhance collaborations, and build trust through more effective communication.

You need excellence in communication and interpersonal relationship ... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $129.00
Thu, September 19, 2013


Bullying In The Workplace

Bullying in the workplace is a key issue that affects everyone- the victim, the bully and the bystanders. People are talking about it more frequently, and hundreds of books have ... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $149.00
Thu, June 27, 2013


Certificate In Applied Project Management

Earn a Certificate in Applied Project Management from The University of Akron in this 5-day program, with instructor-led classroom sessions, online assignments, template reviews,... Learn more

5 Class Meetings  • $1,299.00
Wed, July 10, 2013 - Wed, August 7, 2013


Certified Dietary Manager

This in-depth program includes 130 hours classroom instruction and more than 200 hours of supervised field experience in a preapproved work setting. There are four focus areas: food... Learn more

18 Class Meetings  • $899.00
Fri, August 30, 2013 - Fri, January 24, 2014


Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Learning System Part 1: Financial Planning, Performance and Control

To ensure that the CMA remains the most appropriate designation for accountants and financial professionals in business, the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA) ... Learn more

5 Class Meetings  • $799.00
Sat, September 14, 2013 - Sat, October 19, 2013


Department of Labor Seminar

Presented by senior investigators from the U. S. Department of Labor
Every day the Wage and Hour Division conducts investigations of businesses. If wage... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $40.00
Thu, September 26, 2013


Fair Labor Standards Act

Presented by senior investigators from the U. S. Department of Labor 

This in-depth workshop is offered as a response to requests for more detailed... Learn more

This class has either already started or is over. We will notify you of the next available class.

1 Class Meeting  • $35.00
Thu, May 23, 2013


Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Presented by Senior Investigators from the U.S. Dept. of Labor
This in-depth workshop is offered as a response to requests for more detailed information, and an opportunity... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $35.00
Thu, November 21, 2013


Grant Writing Seminar

Do you want to learn how to write successful grant proposals to secure funding for your nonprofit?  This seminar provides a breadth of knowledge on topics such as how to research... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $75.00
Thu, September 12, 2013


Human Resource Certification Preparation

Prepare for HR certification with the SHRM Learning System™ Course. If you have been intending to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human... Learn more

12 Class Meetings  • $1,149.00
Tue, September 10, 2013 - Tue, December 3, 2013


Internal Auditor Training ISO 9001:2008

Whether you are a novice or have some experience as an auditor, you will benefit from learning to audit to the requirements of ISO 9001:2008. Hands-on activities and simulations ... Learn more

4 Class Meetings  • $349.00
Thu, October 10, 2013 - Tue, October 22, 2013


LEAN Executive Overview

FREE Overview

You are invited to this free informational continental breakfast to hear how Lean strategies and tools can produce the kind of outstanding results that... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $0.00
Tue, August 27, 2013


LEAN Mastery Certificate Program

Are you looking for fast and dramatic results? Lean thinking is the next generation of organizational effectiveness, process improvement and innovation. While this course is focused... Learn more

6 Class Meetings  • $1,999.00
Tue, October 15, 2013 - Thu, November 14, 2013


Making Leadership Development Strategic

It is predicted that over the next five years the demand on organizations from accountability to profitability will increase dramatically while fifty percent of the top level executives... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $249.00
Wed, November 6, 2013


Minitab 16 Software

Avoid the drudgery of manual calculations and save time with Minitab, a powerful software package for performing statistical analysis - and highly recommended for Six Sigma use. ... Learn more

2 Class Meetings  • $479.00
Tue, September 24, 2013 - Wed, September 25, 2013


Motivational Marketing

Lakewood Campus Only

This course provides takeaways that can be implemented immediately.  The psychology of buying is a showcase of this training. ... Learn more

This class has either already started or is over. We will notify you of the next available class.

1 Class Meeting  • $30.00
Thu, May 16, 2013


Online Lean for Administration (Office)

As an alternative to our 6-day Lean Mastery course our Lean instructor, Brian Furlong has brought his classroom expertise to the web! 

 Lean focuses primarily on... Learn more


Online Lean for Healthcare

As an alternative to our 6-day Lean Mastery course our Lean instructor, Brian Furlong has brought his classroom expertise to the web! 

Lean focuses primarily on the elimination... Learn more


Online Lean for Manufacturing

As an alternative to our 6-day Lean Mastery course our Lean instructor, Brian Furlong has brought his classroom expertise to the web! 

Lean focuses primarily on the elimination... Learn more


Online PMPĀ® Prep Course

Project management is an evolving profession, and employers are increasingly requiring that their project managers be certified. This online course (TheCourse™) was developed... Learn more


PMP Exam Prep

Are you planning to submit an application for the Project Management Institute’s PMP™ credential? This 20-hour course provides credential and examination preparation ... Learn more

This class has either already started or is over. We will notify you of the next available class.

3 Class Meetings  • $675.00
Wed, March 27, 2013 - Wed, April 10, 2013


Power Presentations

Lakewood Campus Only

This course covers techniques, strategies and provides resources.  Role-playing and interaction is 90% of this course. You will ... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $30.00
Thu, July 18, 2013


Project Management Overview

FREE Overview

You are invited to this free seminar to hear about the key processes involved in successful project management, and the modules offered by Workforce Development... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $0.00
Tue, August 27, 2013


Rental Property Management

Are you thinking about owning or managing a rental property? Or are you in need of some solid, basic information for the property you currently manage?  This course covers the... Learn more

2 Class Meetings  • $99.00
Wed, June 19, 2013 - Wed, June 26, 2013


Resolving Conflict

Leaders at Every Level

Good listening and conflict resolution skills that enhance interpersonal relationships and establish trust are built on how to recognize the... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $129.00
Thu, September 19, 2013


Secrets To A Successful Business

Lakewood Campus Only

This course covers marketing, crucial compliance issues and operational structures.  Our focus is to motivate students to engage... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $30.00
Thu, June 20, 2013


ServSafe Food Protection

You can help your organization prevent food-borne illnesses and help reduce liability and insurance costs when you receive a ServSafe Food Protection Certification. Designed for ... Learn more

5 Class Meetings  • $249.00
Mon, June 10, 2013 - Mon, July 8, 2013


SHRM Essentials of HR Management

Are you beginning a career in Human Resources, exploring HR as a career field, or are a manager responsible for supervising others? Here is a cost-effective training program that... Learn more

2 Class Meetings  • $499.00
Fri, October 4, 2013 - Fri, October 11, 2013


Six Sigma Black Belt

Our Six Sigma Green and Black Belt programs are a data-driven approach that is project-focused. Minitab software will be used throughout the training for data collection and interpretation... Learn more

20 Class Meetings  • $6,900.00
Mon, October 7, 2013 - Fri, January 10, 2014


Six Sigma Executive Overview

FREE Overview

Are you looking for higher customer satisfaction, greater profitability, and a huge competitive edge for your company in the marketplace? Join us for breakfast... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $0.00
Tue, August 27, 2013


Six Sigma Green Belt

Our Six Sigma Green and Black Belt programs incorporate a data-driven approach that is project-focused. Minitab software will be used throughout the training for data collection ... Learn more

8 Class Meetings  • $3,900.00
Mon, October 7, 2013 - Tue, January 7, 2014


Starting A Small Business

If you are interested in starting a small business and are unsure of how to begin, this class is for you!  You will learn the various types of business structures, finding sources... Learn more

2 Class Meetings  • $189.00
Sat, July 20, 2013 - Sat, July 27, 2013


Strategic Planning

Strategic planning is essential for today's human resource professionals.  Just having an HR philosophy of service to the organization is not enough.  HR's focus must remain... Learn more

1 Class Meeting  • $249.00
Wed, October 2, 2013


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