Custom Programs
The Center for Coporate Education offers a suite of custom learning and development solutions. From assessing needs -- to building and delivering content, we work with our clients to create meaningful programs and sustainable results. Reach out to corp-ed@vcu.edu to discuss!
Leaders look to engage in Professional Development programs for different reasons. Exploring why you are here is the first critical step you'll take towards effective learning and development solutions.
- What are you seeing from your team today that needs to be addressed?
- What avenues have you already explored?
- If you can imagine your ideal team, what do you notice about their behaviors and how they interact with one another?
- How and when are you communicating with your team today? What processes are in place for continuous feedback?
- How would you describe your organizational culture today, and the cultures posture towards learning and development?
- What are the top three strengths and top three challenges your organization faces related to human capital?
- What area(s) within learning and development need prioritization across the organization?
- What type of learning and development initiatives exist and who is spearheading the efforts?
- How would you describe your organizational culture today?
- How well does the organization understand and align to the companies mission and values? How does it trickle down to different levels of the organization?
- Do you have any concerns about the work environment?
- What steps does the company traditionally take when developing a strategic plan?
- Who are the top players in strategy development?
- Are their benefits to adding to the bench?
- How interested is the company in assessing current state from the perspective of all employees prior to creating a path forward?
- What systems exisit today to address productivity?
- Are there units or groups thriving? What do you notice about their approach?
When you engage with the Center, we create learning objectives tailored to meet your organizations specific needs. With in-industry consultants and facilitators, we can connect you with the right resource. Some of our most requested topics are below.
- Self-Awareness and Leadership
- Situational Leadership
- Trust in the Workplace
- Courage in the Workplace
- Leadership Presence
- Emotional Intelligence
- Influencing Others
- Leading Change
- Building a High-Performing Team
- Effective Communication
- Accountability and Leadership
- Performance Management
- Coaching Skills
- Giving and Receiving Feedback
- Understanding Bias at Work
- Negotiation Skills
- Economic and Financial Planning
- Succession Planning
- Change Management
- Decision-Making and Risk
- Design Thinking
- Creating a Diverse Workplace
- Lean Six Sigma Certifications (Green and Black Belt)
- Project Management Essentials
- Leveraging Your Time and Focus
- Running Effective Team Meetings
- Executive Development
- Meeting Facilitation
- Individual and Team Coaching
- Finance for Non-Financial Managers
VCU’s program helped me understand the advantages and shortcomings of my work style and the ways I communicate. The program and its presenters provided specific, actionable techniques I’ve used to leverage my abilities while reducing the influence of my limitations. I’ve become more effective and efficient, and built deeper relationships and stronger networks. The program could not have been more influential in my career development, and I’ll forever be grateful for the opportunity to grow.
-Custom Leadership Program Participant