One to three-day programs for professionals
Get a quick career boost with one- to three-day courses that engage participants on essential business topics. Drawing from Foster’s cutting-edge research and Seattle’s vibrant business community, Executive Education offers innovative seminars designed to inspire growth and advance careers. Executive Education certificate programs have helped thousands of participants develop leading-edge knowledge and skills.
Finance and Accounting for Non-financial Executives
Three days
In this course you will learn to interpret and analyze financial data, communicate financial information, and evaluate corporate performance.
Dates:
November 18 – 20, 2019
March 25 – 27, 2020
Leadership that Shapes the Future
Three days
What do great leaders do differently? Develop the essential leading, planning, and decision-making skills necessary to create and sustain long-term organizational success.
Dates:
October 8 – 10, 2019
May 19 – 21, 2020
Negotiating for Success
Two days
Learn proven techniques and approaches to successful negotiations. Participants will engage in negotiation simulations to practice the concepts taught in the program.
Dates:
October 14 – 15, 2019
March 11 – 12, 2020
Soft Skills
One day
Complement your existing technical hard skills with soft skills. Learn how to understand and adjust to different communication styles, work effectively in teams, and develop your persuasive capabilities.
Dates:
October 30, 2019
February 26, 2020
June 18, 2020
Women Board Directors Development Program
Two days
Boards are actively seeking qualified women to diversify their decision-making and improve their business results. Learn how to become a more influential board member, move from non-profit to for-profit board, or serve on the board of larger organizations.
Dates:
November 7 – 8, 2019
June 16 – 17, 2020
Customize seminars for your organization
We can offer seminars exclusively for your organization. We can tailor any of the above seminars to your needs or work with you to develop a new program specifically for your company. Read about our custom programs and convenient offerings for private trainings.
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