OBE Events Calendar
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ENTREPRENEURS
Business Tax Basics for Small Business
Wednesday, January 23
UW-Madison
This class, developed for new business owners by the Small Business Development Center, is your chance to learn the basics of business taxes from Certified Public Accountants and Attorneys who are experts in the field. Join this ihis information filled day and get the information you need to match your business needs. More.
GEneral Business
Course: Problem Analysis and Problem Solving
Wednesday, January 16
UW-Madison
In this course designed for managers learn the limitations of your present problem-solving style and how to overcome them. Examine communication processes to improve creativity, identify roles for groups and teams in problem solving, and discover how to define problems in new ways. More.
Evening & Executive MBA Information Session
Monday, January 28
UW-Madison
Students and staff from the UW-Madison part-time Evening MBA and Executive MBA will be on hand to present information on our programs for working professionals, admissions, student and career services, and our global learning experience. Explore the UW program that is right for you today. More.
INTERNATIONAL
2019 Economic Forecast: Where Will the Growth Be?
Tuesday, January 8
Madison, WI
MITA kicks of 2019 with their Annual Economic Forecast Summit providing a glimpse into what may lie ahead for the US and global economy. Speakers will provide perspective on the US economy and growth opportunities and on demand forecasting, maritime and overall global trade regulatory issues, as well as long term strategic planning/capital investment. More.
LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT
COURSE: Project Management: Planning, Scheduling, and Control
January 28 – 30
UW-Madison
New and experienced project managers; program managers; project team leaders who initiate, plan, and manage projects should attend this three day course from the Center for Professional and Executive Development at UW. Learn the techniques that will help you plan, implement, and complete projects of all sizes with desired results, on time and within budget. More
COURSE: Quantitative Methods for Process Improvement
Online, self-paced via UW–Madison
With this online, self-paced course, you will develop a solid understanding of the basic concepts underlying quantitative analysis and business statistics important to any business problem, and especially so for Six Sigma projects. Gain the knowledge and the tools to dissect complicated business problems and provide quantitative analysis to problems instead of relying on intuition and instincts. More.
Capstone Certificate: Foundations of Professional Development
Online, self-paced via UW–Madison
This online certificate provides a complete toolkit for well-rounded professionals. Graduates gain a competitive edge by learning how to lead teams, create and deliver dynamic presentations, effect change, and understand legal, financial, and marketing concepts, among other essential skills. More.
MARKETING
What Big Brands Can Teach Us About Social Media
Tuesday, January 22
Madison, WI
This DreamBank event hosted at the Spark shares ideas for thinking outside the box when it comes to building your social media presence. Learn how to get , getting scrappy and attract more eyeballs to your own social media profiles…just like the big brands. More.
