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log and, through proven techniques, learn where you are lagging and<br />

how to be more focused and efficient. You will leave this course with<br />

a plan and an understanding of how to accomplish more each day.<br />

Textbook included. Course requires prework.<br />

Training Design for Trainers<br />

Tuition: $375 CEUs: 0.6<br />

Instructor: Nancy Colter, MBA<br />

1 session: Fri, Aug 24 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Alpharetta)<br />

1 session: Thu, Dec 6 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.<br />

You’re the expert in your field and now you’re being asked to train<br />

others. The only problem? You’re not a trainer! If your current or<br />

future responsibilities have you designing training programs, this<br />

interactive, “hands-on” course will introduce the basic tools you<br />

need to design effective training using the components of the ADDIE<br />

model. Discover how adults learn, how to develop materials in an<br />

organized manner, methods and options available for delivering the<br />

program, how to handle problematic participant behaviors, and how<br />

to measure your training program’s success. At the conclusion of the<br />

course, participants will put theory into practice and create their<br />

own training outline. Textbook included.<br />

Communications<br />

Exploring Entrepreneurship: What You Need<br />

to Know to Start a Business<br />

Tuition: $195 CEUs: 0.8<br />

Instructor: Doug Solomon, MA<br />

Dates: See website for details<br />

Ready to start your own business? This survey class is designed to<br />

give you the fundamentals to get started. Learn the various types of<br />

businesses as well as how to obtain sufficient financial capital with a<br />

proper business plan. Discover whether buying a franchise or building<br />

a business from scratch is the better choice for you. Each session will<br />

be taught by a specific subject matter expert. Textbook provided.<br />

Better Business Writing<br />

Tuition: $375 CEUs: 0.6<br />

Instructor: Claudia Coplon<br />

1 session: Fri, Aug 17 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Alpharetta)<br />

1 session: Mon, Oct 8 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.<br />

1 session: Mon, Dec 3 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Alpharetta)<br />

Use concise, positive language to your advantage. In this hands-on<br />

business writing workshop, you can hone your writing skills into<br />

a more powerful communication tool. An interactive, hands-on<br />

Professional Development Career Developent<br />

Ten Steps to a Federal Job<br />

Tuition: $195 CEUs: 0.8<br />

Instructor: Leigh Moore, MSW, Certified Federal Resume Writer<br />

2 sessions: Sat, Aug 18 and 25 / 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.<br />

The federal government is the nation’s largest employer; however,<br />

many people are bewildered by the federal hiring process. Topics<br />

covered in this course include researching federal job listings, creating<br />

a federal-style resume, effective interviewing, and more. This<br />

course is for individuals interested in entering the federal government<br />

and for federal employees looking to change positions or gain<br />

promotion. Textbook included.<br />

ENTREPRENEURSHIP<br />

Entrepreneurial Finance<br />

Tuition: $375 CEUs: 1.6<br />

Instructor: Gail Reid<br />

3 sessions: Wed, Oct 31–Nov 14 / 6:30–8:30 p.m.<br />

Our course will cover finance and accounting basics—the cornerstones<br />

to success for any business. We’ll delve into the knowledge<br />

and skills you need to manage what matters: how to use financial<br />

tools to prioritize work, measure progress, identify the outcomes you<br />

desire, and set critical milestones. Participants learn how to prioritize<br />

activities by setting key performance indicators to ensure progress,<br />

and the program culminates with the creation of a financial dashboard<br />

designed to measure continued success.<br />

approach makes this class extraordinarily engaging and practical.<br />

You’ll immediately notice the difference from this workshop.<br />

Good Grammar is Good Business<br />

Tuition: $375 CEUs: 0.6<br />

Instructor: Bobbi Kornblit, MA, Writing Coach, Author<br />

1 session: Fri, Aug 31 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.<br />

1 session: Mon, Oct 22 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.<br />

1 session: Fri, Dec 7 / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Alpharetta)<br />

Learn how to create mistake-free documents and avoid common<br />

grammatical errors. This fast-paced, interactive grammar review also<br />

covers the latest usage trends. Strengthen your business communication<br />

skills by mastering correct punctuation, sentence structure,<br />

word choice, and spelling. The instructor, an experienced journalist<br />

and author, uses easy-to-follow tips and relevant business examples<br />

to highlight the fine points of the English language. Find out how to<br />

punch up your lengthy reports or quick emails. Textbook included.<br />

Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of English writing and grammar.<br />

Register today: ece.emory.edu 15

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