Leadership and Supervisory

Leaders are grown, not born. Whether you are early in your career and beginning to learn your leadership style or further along and needing to hone your skills, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside's leadership and supervisory training can help. Our trainings will position you to lead with vision in today's diverse and ever-changing business environment and establish yourself as an effective, inclusive leader.

Available Trainings

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Overextended Overachievers – Identifying Professional Burnout in You or Your Staff…and What to Do About It
  • Type: In-Person
  • Start Date: 05/10/2024
  • Meeting Time(s): 8 am-12 pm
  • Cost: $149 until 4/15; then $179
  • Credits: 0.4 CEU/4 CEH provided; 4 SHRM PDCs
  • Includes: Light snack and refreshments

The U.S. workforce professional burnout epidemic is a threat to our businesses and economy…not to mention the toll it’s taking on our mental health. Chances are you’re at risk. Are you running out of hours in the day? Is life moving too fast? Do you continually feel behind at home and at work?

Working through a pandemic has left many with feelings of exhaustion, loneliness and questioning aspects of daily life including our occupation. Even those who are just re-joining the workforce are finding there’s significantly more work to do and minimal employees to successfully complete it.

This training session will provide:

  • research-based education on the characteristics and descriptions of professional burnout to increase awareness
  • easy-to-use assessment tools to accurately gauge risk factors
  • proven methods to make daily life changes to eliminate or effectively manage symptoms to enjoy a more pleasurable personal and professional life without the chronic stress that can ultimately lead to chronic physical diseases or emotional/mental health problems.
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Pam Hauke, MSW LCSW, SAC

Owner and Psychotherapist -
Anchor Counseling Service

 

Pam has over 25 years of professional experience empowering individuals in their personal or work-related journeys. She teaches evidence-based best practices, skills, and techniques to openly address and overcome obstacles to move forward with more energy, serenity, and confidence.

Pam worked at Ascension in Racine for 16 years in a variety of roles, including outpatient mental health and addictions counselor, intensive outpatient program counseling coordinator, outpatient behavioral health department supervisor, and EAP account manager. She currently owns and operates:

ANCHOR COUNSELING SERVICES
Through her private psychotherapy practice, Pam provides individual counseling services to business professionals experiencing high stress, professional burnout, and anxiety. She also provides counseling to people in the “sandwich” generation, those caring for their children as well as their own parents.

PAM HAUKE SEMINARS
Pam actively listens to and collaborates with CEOs, business owners, and executive teams to diagnose root causes of disruptive conflicts between top performers which can cause toxic work environments. Working with the business leaders, she creates and helps implement effective action plans to resolve key issues, resulting in retention of high performers, improved job satisfaction, efficiency, productivity, and a reduction in key employee terminations. She also facilitates a variety of over 20 “soft skills” workplace seminars and trainings.
 

  • Education and Volunteer Work
  • Master of Social Work degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology
  • Graduate of the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Stress Management training program
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Substance Abuse Counselor (WI State Licensed)
  • Wellcoaches™ Certified Health Coach
  • Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional
  • Graduate of and past Program Committee Chairperson for Leadership Racine, an important local program building community through leadership development
  • Instructor for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Psychology Department and past member of their College of Natural and Health Sciences Board

In this training, you will learn:

  • Definitions and symptoms of professional burnout in the U.S. workforce
  • Current trends and research-based statistics of prevalence and the impact of burnout on workers and the economy
  • Who is at-risk of burnout and why
  • How to increase awareness of the signs of burnout in yourself, your staff, or teammates
  • Thoughts and behaviors that lead to burnout
  • Identify your personal symptoms of burnout…and how to effectively manage or eliminate them
  • How to support yourself and others who are experiencing burnout symptoms
  • Assess your readiness to change – what would it mean to you if you had less stress and more free time?
  • Self-care is a good start…but not enough. What else is needed?
  • Effective and powerful techniques to regain control of your personal and professional life
  • Resources for an objective assessment of your staff or organization to determine if burnout is an issue at your workplace.

"Pam has provided a variety of training programs to us over a long period of time and the quality of the presentations has always been exceptional. We gained confidence that whenever she spent time with a group, the message would be delivered very professionally and efficiently, it would be absorbed by the group and it would provide insights and tools that would be used for many years to come. What started out as a trial presentation to our staff, turned into a recurring training process to help us shape our culture and improve the ways we worked together. We eventually just put Pam on a recurring time slot and then agreed on the next topic for her training. We had a much stronger team because of the leadership provided by Pam."
-Steven Jenkins (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)


"I had the opportunity to participate in a Stress Management training that Pam facilitated. It was outstanding! I expected to talk about identifying stressors and how to make healthy choices. What I didn't expect is how Pam helped the entire audience slow down, listen and take notice of small things. For us Driver personality types, this seminar can be difficult initially but it's exactly what we need. Give her sessions a shot, I guarantee it's worth the time."
-Steve Scherer, VP Sales (CCB Technology)

Project Management Flex
Project Management Non-Credit Certificate (FLEX)
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Every Month
  • Cost: $1,995

This certificate, awarded by UW-Parkside’s AACSB accredited Business Department, was designed from the ground-up around the PMI standards for project management. In fact, this certificate satisfies the educational requirements needed to sit for the highly sought-after PMP certification. The PMP is the industry gold standard for project management professionals.

This certificate program walks you through an entire project lifecycle—from writing the project charter and scope statement, to assessing the project risks, and closing out a successful deliverable. The certificate focuses on traditional—or “waterfall”— project management, but will also teach you principles of agile. 

Sheronda Glass:  Sheronda Glass has worked for the University of Wisconsin-Parkside since 2016 and is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and Employee Engagement. She is a human resources executive with 25+ years of HR experience having worked in a variety of industries, including healthcare, consumer products/manufacturing, and most recently, K-12 education. She has extensive experience in the areas of HR strategic planning, conflict resolution, performance management, labor relations, and diversity management. She has also worked as a consultant for over six years, consulting in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is a certified trainer/facilitator in the areas of conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, performance management, and cultural competency.  

 

Sheronda received her Ph.D. in Business Management with a specialization in Human Resources from Capella University. She has taught human resources courses including Performance Management, and Introduction to Human Resources Management, and currently teaches Essential Personal Skills for Project Management and Staffing Organizations. She has also achieved the Professional in Human Resources certification awarded by the Society for Human Resources Management and the HR Certification Institute. She is a facilitator for the prep course for SHRM professional certifications and SHRM Essentials for non-HR managers. She is the recipient of the 2018 Milwaukee Business Journal HR Award and the UW System 2019 Outstanding Women of Color in Education Award. 


Jordania Leon-Jordan: Ms. Leon-Jordan received her bachelor's degree from UW-Stevens-Point and her master's degree in Business Administration from UW-Parkside. Ms. Leon-Jordan is a certified project management professional (PMP), teaches project management for the College of Business, Economics and Computing (CBEC), and leads UW-Parkside's IT strategic planning efforts.

As the CIO, Ms. Leon-Jordan serves as the head of the Campus Technology Services (CTS) department reporting directly to the Provost.

Ms. Leon-Jordan's responsibilities include overseeing the Applications Development, Client Services, Desktop Support, Networking, and Web Management teams; developing and communicating the vision and strategic technology goals supportive of all University entities engaged in the deployment and use of information technology; actively participating in and providing leadership in UW System and statewide information technology needs, among others.


Suresh Chalasani: Dr. Suresh Chalasani is a professor of Management Information Systems and has served the university for over 20 years.

Dr. Chalasani was the founding director for the Solutions for Economic Growth center and the founding Academic Director for several collaborative programs including the MS in IT Management, MS in Cybersecurity, and Graduate Certificates in Digital Marketing. Dr. Chalasani also helped launch undergraduate online courses and an online undergraduate certificate in project management. He helped launch the first competency-based education programs in the UW System. The Flex BSBA is the world's first AACSB accredited competency-based business degree.

Dr. Chalasani contributed to HLC and AACSB accreditation efforts and was the HLC's Accreditation Liaison Officer during the 10-year HLC re-accreditation effort.

Competency-based learning

The UW Flexible Option is a national pioneer in competency-based education for adult learners. This means, you can earn the project management credential you need to get ahead—without sacrificing your commitments to work and family. 

Competency-based education is all about your ability to prove mastery over the knowledge and skills in the program, not about seat time in a classroom. That means if you already have experience in some areas, you’ll be able to build on that and accelerate your progress. On the other hand, if you’re struggling with a concept and need more time to study it, you can do so without the stress of a looming deadline. 

Benefits of the UW Flexible Option:

  • Complete the certificate 100% online, with no live log-on times or course deadlines
  • Leverage your existing experience to accelerate through the program
  • Earn an accredited credential taught by respected UW faculty 
  • Get started any month of the year 
  • Have a dedicated Success Coach to support you

"I wanted to let you know that doing the project management certificate has really paid off for me.  I was able to frame my existing skills in new ways, and think outside the box when it came to what I might want to pursue.

I am starting a 1/2 time position, which will still allow me to continue my singing career, through the UW extension program.  I'll be working as a regional coordinator for a grant funded farmer's market project.  I'm really excited for this new experience and feel like my confidence in applying for the position came in a large part from doing the project management certificate." - Emily Fons

Why choose the non-credit certificate?

Earning the non-credit project management certificate is a great choice for someone with a bachelor’s degree—or higher—seeking professional development but are not interested in earning additional academic credits. With fixed start and end points, this non-credit certificate gives you 24 weeks to complete the program, so plan your start date at a time that works best for you.

This program has a one-time tuition cost of $1,995.00, which covers the full 24-week program.

Still unsure if this is the best option for you? Call one of our advisers at 608-800-6762, they are happy to answer any questions.

Terms & Conditions

The following terms and conditions apply to registration in the Project Management Non-Credit Certificate:

Registration Requirements: To register for the Non-Credit Project Management Certificate Program, you must meet at least one of the following four requirements:

  • An undergraduate degree (i.e. bachelor of science); or,
  • Be actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree with junior or senior standing; or,
  • Have an associate degree and at least two years of business experience; or,
  • If you have no degree, then at least five years of business experience, preferably at mid-level management or above

Refund and Cancellation Policy: You may cancel your registration through the Friday before your subscription period begins and will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refund is provided for cancelled registrations received after this time frame. Please see the Compassionate Refund/Extension Policy for information on exceptions to this policy. 

Project Management Institute Certification: This program does not automatically grant the PMP, CAPM, or any other project management certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) upon graduation. Though our program will prepare you for those certifications, it is your responsibility to complete all the requirements (which includes education, tests, fees, and experiential hours), as outlined by the PMI, to earn those industry certifications. 

Modality: UW Flexible Option is not a traditional learning experience. We encourage you to review the resources on how the UW Flexible Option works, as well as this short overview of competency-based education. Please note, students are encouraged to discuss any questions or concerns with an Enrollment Adviser (608-800-6762) prior to registering for this program.

Course Policies: You acknowledge that you have reviewed all the course policies, which include policies on registration, cancellation, withdrawal, grading, repeat, and more.

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Certificate in Leadership
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 15 Months Access
  • Cost: $199
  • Credits: 20 PMI PDUs, 13.75 Power Skills PDUs, 0.5 Business Acumen PDUs, 5.75 Ways of Working PDUs,  2 IACET CEUs, 20 HRCI Credits, 20 SHRM PDCs
  • Includes: Certificate

What is leadership and why is it important? How does a leader encourage change without triggering fearful resistance? What are the key elements to leading an effective team? What is the role of charisma in leadership? How can a leader achieve work-life balance? This suite of courses addresses all of these questions and many more. The courses in this suite offer advice on leadership that can help you stand out as a leader among your peers. Video segments introduce successful leaders who discuss such issues as how leaders become leaders, leadership ethics, and the differences between leaders, managers, and administrators.

Courses Included in this Certificate

  • Leaders and Work-Life Balance
  • Leading and Managing Change
  • Leading Teams
  • Introduction to Leadership
  • Body Language for Leaders

"This was an excellent course in both content and delivery. I found it easy to use, challenging but not overwhelming."

"This course helped me to understand better what kind of impact I can have in a leadership position in personal life, and how to face this impact in order to keep a work/life balance. I strongly recommend this course to be faced by as many people as possible, because it helps a lot in introspection."

"The course was both educational and therapeutic. I've learned tips on how to be a leader that has awareness to the emotional well-being of employees. It has enhanced my emotional intelligence, to be able to help others and bring self-awareness on areas I can approve to increase my quality of work/life balance."

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

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Becoming a Better Leader
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 3 Months Access
  • Cost: $79
  • Credits: 3 PMI PDUs, 2.25 Power Skills PDUs, 0.25 Business Acumen PDUs, 0.5 Ways of Working PDUs, 0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits, 3 SHRM PDCs
  • Includes: Certificate

This completely online and self-paced one-module course utilizes Inc. Magazine's prize-winning editorial content to introduce basic concepts of business leadership, including communication and motivation; leading teams; leading virtual workers; and leading during times of change. The focus is on providing practical, hands-on advice to entrepreneurs and small-business people, including video segments with analysis and commentary from industry-leading practitioners and subject matter experts. The course also offers real-world examples, how-to lists and advice, interactive games, and review questions to ensure mastery of the material.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain what makes a good business leader

  • Distinguish between different leadership styles, and explain the advantages of each

  • Explain the importance of communication in successful leadership

  • Distinguish between leadership and formal authority

  • Lead teams effectively

  • Recognize the importance of leadership in managing organizational change

  • Outline a strategy for leading virtual workers

  • Strengthen your own leadership skills

  • Identify employees with leadership potential

  • Groom employees for future leadership roles

  • Articulate the need for succession planning

  • Explain the role of leadership in shaping an organization's culture

"The 'Becoming a Better Leader' course is fantastic. I took the course as part of a leadership certificate program. However, as an educator, the course will challenge me to take on a more positive, effective leadership role in school. It has improved my skill set and given me ideas that I can apply in an educational setting, as well as in my personal life."

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

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Leading from a Distance
  • Type: Online, Self-Paced
  • Start Date: Open Enrollment
  • End Date: 3 Months Access
  • Cost: $79
  • Credits: 0.3 IACET CEUs, 3 HRCI Credits
  • Includes: Certificate

This course explores the dynamics of leadership and how they are impacted when leaders are in a remote environment. Learners aspiring to leadership positions and those already well established in such roles will find value in the range of content and insight provided by this course. Course topics include effective communication, time management and productivity, and strategies for running productive virtual meetings.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify key traits of leadership
  • Explain how remote environments affect leaders and those they oversee
  • Develop strategies for confronting the challenges of remote work
  • Address pitfalls often encountered in remote environments
  • Foster better interaction and understanding among teams

What are the minimum technical requirements?
Software:

  • Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice
  • The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ )

Web Browser:

  • An updated version of one of the major modern browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, or Internet Explorer 11
  • Cookies must be enabled
  • JavaScript must be enabled
  • Reliable internet connection:
  • Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience.

Note: Some courses may have additional hardware and/or software requirements. Any additional requirements will be listed in the course description and course syllabus.

What is your refund policy?
You may request a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. The registration fee will only be refunded if less than 10% of the course has been completed.

How do I contact technical support?
To report technical issues please email us at support@mindedge.com.

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The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, program activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodations, contact Professional and Continuing Education at least eight weeks in advance at: 262-595-3340 (V), 262-595-2513 (FAX), or email continuing.ed@uwp.edu.
 

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