Managerial LeadershipThis six-day program focuses on the skills critical to the success of mid-level managers, those individuals whose responsibilities link senior management and operational levels. These individuals use a combination of skills in order to drive excellence in their organizations. These include understanding and leading during change, articulating mission, vision and values for their teams, understanding and changing the image of their departments.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The program is offered in six, one-day sessions which address the following areas:

• Sessions 1 and 2 DevelopingBusinessAcumen:Topics include how to create value for a team and for the company, critical outcomes, the department’s brand, integrity and accountability as a leader.

• Session 3 mAnAgingchAngeintheWorkplAce:The dynamics of change and how leaders need to manage this process for themselves as well as for their teams.

• Session 4 BuilDingAhighperformAnceteAm:What constitutes an effective team, communication within a team, identifying team problem areas including areas of conflict and conflict resolution styles and the importance of communication patterns.

• Session 5 hoWtomotivAteemployees:An exploration of the research surrounding motivation and the Situational Leadership model.

• Session 6 DevelopingApersonAlActionplAn:Participants will use the results of the Emotional Intelligence Quotient assessment to develop a personal learning plan.

Check online for more information and to register: usm.maine.edu/pdp

Professional Development Programs

Michael F. Scarpone, MS, CHC

Michael F. Scarpone is a consultant/trainer specializing in strategic planning, leadership development, organizational behavior, and change management. His consulting services and customized programs target key people within organizations including executive management, boards of directors and all levels of staff to increase productivity, build skills and help organizations manage change and improve quality. As a consultant and trainer, Mike has worked with over 100 clients representing a diverse array of for-profit and non-profit organizations on a local, regional and national level.

Certificate Program

AbROMSON COMMuNITy EDuCATION CENTERProfessional Development Programs are offered in the Abromson Community Education Center at 88 Bedford St. in Portland. You’ll have quick access from I295, free parking in the attached garage, a comfortable classroom, and coffee waiting for you in the morning!

PARTNER WITh uSM Affiliate ProgramYour organization can receive a 20% discount for every employee for every course by becoming a program affiliate. Affiliates simply designate a buyer and establish a payment method with us. Registering employees becomes a one-step process, call 207-780-5965 for more information.

Customized TrainingMost of our programs can be customized for your organization and delivered on-site or at the Abromson Center. Training an entire team or staff creates a common knowledge base and sense of purpose.

MEET AT uSMUSM hosts hundreds of community events each year on our three campuses. Our spaces accommodate professional as well as social events—from corporate retreats and professional conferences to film festivals.

Contact USM Conferences Services to find the right space. They also provide professional event planning and registration services.

Call 207-780-5960, visit usm.maine.edu/conferences, or email usmconferences@maine.edu.

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WORkShOPS AND CERTIfICATE PROGRAMS We offer more than 50 individual workshops as well as 11 certificate programs each semester. Find just what you need to advance your career or train your staff. Browse the full catalog at usm.maine.edu/pdp.

Certificate ProgramsAgile Leadership and Process ImprovementGrant Writing Human Resource ManagementIntercultural LeadershipLean Six Sigma Green BeltLean Six Sigma Black BeltManagerial LeadershipMediationProfessional CommunicationProject ManagementSupervision

REGISTRATION AND DISCOuNTSYou can register online with a credit card at usm.maine.edu/pdp. You will automatically receive a 20% discount when you register for three or more courses at one time.

If you are eligible for one of the following discounts, please call 207-780-5900 to register:

•  USM staff, faculty, students, and alumnae

•  Employees of nonprofit organizations

•  Many of our programs are also eligible for the following:

    •  VA Educational Benefits  (contact usm.veterans@maine.edu)

      •  WOIA funds through Maine JobLink CareerCenter  (FMI go tomainecareercenter.gov)

Student RecordsWhen you register for a course, you will create a student record which you can access at any time for your course information and to print a record of what you have taken. You can also request an official transcript.

CEUs and Professional CertificationWe maintain records of attendance using a system of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which is recognized by many professional organizations for recertification.

usmpdp@maine.edu | usm.maine.edu/pdp | 207-780-5900

USM Professional Development Programsprovidingcontinuingeducationtohelpindividualsadvancetheircareersand

organizationsdevelopandretaintheiremployees.