As a member of the UWEBC community, you have exclusive access to discounts on outstanding learning programs from UW-Madison partners to propel your professional development and strengthen your organization’s capabilities in key domains of business and management practice.
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Center for Professional Executive Development
UWEBC members enjoy a 15% discount on the programs and courses below from UW-Madison’s Wisconsin School of Business Center for Professional & Executive Development
Advanced IT Leadership Academy
June 3-18, 2025, Hybrid format
The Advanced IT Leadership Academy will cover a variety of topical areas that are critical to realizing digital transformation including: the digital transformation of business and the transformative power of digitization, value-driven innovation, data and analytics, talent acquisition and management, and portfolio management. Participants will also work in pairs to complete a capstone project which applies the week’s learnings into a practical business solution.
Effective Meeting Management and Facilitation
June 16-17, 2025, in person at the Fluno Center in Madison, WI
Learn techniques and tools that will help you run effective meetings, gain team alignment, and drive decision making. You will also learn how to avoid common pitfalls, address meeting challenges, and minimize ineffective meetings.
Business Acumen and Strategy
June 23-25, 2025 or September 22-24, 2025, in person at the Fluno Center in Madison, WI
As your leadership responsibilities expand, you need to understand the impact of every decision on the strategic and financial goals of your organization. You’ll gain deep insight into evaluating business situations, making effective strategic decisions, and you’ll leave with a road map for assessing business challenges and leading change.
Business Analytics for Data-Driven Leadership
October 15-17, 2025 in person at the Fluno Center in Madison, WI
Data analytics is a critical decision-making tool for leaders. This program will help non-data science leaders develop the acumen needed to leverage data to drive business decisions and identify cases for artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
UWEBC members enjoy a 20% discount on professional development courses offered by Interdisciplinary Professional Programs in the UW-Madison College of Engineering.
Check back for upcoming opportunities from Interdisciplinary Professional Programs.
Cybersecurity Bootcamp
Online
The UW-Madison Cybersecurity Bootcamp, offered by InterPro and powered by the premier global cybersecurity training organization ThriveDX, was developed by leading cybersecurity experts. This accelerated training program provides practical, state-of-the-art skills to ensure learners and their organizations remain resilient in a rapidly-changing digital landscape. From flexible online self-paced classes to live sessions with expert instructors, the Cybersecurity Bootcamp will equip you with the expertise to defend your organization against cyberthreats.
Tools and Tactics to Recover Troubled Projects
June 17-18, 2025, In person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI, or Live Online
More often than not, projects do not go according to plan. And, in fact, particularly for complex projects, they can deviate dramatically from the originally required schedule and/or budget. In some of these situations, failure is not an option – often other projects are dependent on the troubled one. In these cases, it is important to have techniques for recovery in your management toolbox. This course provides the student with these tools.
Global Leadership for Technical Teams
August 19-20, 2025, In person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI, or Live Online
Company leadership, at any level, is today often global in nature. Furthermore, after the COVID pandemic, development teams have been asked to manage these teams with less travel and face-to-face interaction. This course provides the student with all the necessary skills to effectively manage technical teams that span global locations, cultures and languages.
Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications
September 17-18, 2025, In person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI, or Live Online
Root cause analysis (RCA) is a systematic process for identifying the origins of problems and determining an approach for permanently resolving issues. RCA focuses on understanding why a problem or failure occurred. This course is scalable across all industries, to include the latest methods for effective implementation.
Data Analytics for Technical Leaders
March 2-5, 2026, Online
This course is focused on providing attendees with the methods to drive more effective decisions and actions through data analytics in an industrial setting. The course will emphasize the use of visual methods to achieve this. Course discussion will cover applied use of descriptive, causal, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.
Continuing Studies
UWEBC members enjoy a 20% discount on the non-credit professional development programs and courses below from the UW-Madison Division of Continuing Studies.
Fundamentals of AI
No start or end dates – learn at your own pace
This course is entirely online and self-paced with no live sessions with instructors. You can register and begin this course at any time. It is designed to take the average learner 3-4 hours to complete. This introductory course demystifies artificial intelligence by explaining what it is and how it works. You’ll gain a fundamental understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and familiarize yourself with various AI tools. Learn how AI tools are commonly applied, as well as their strengths and limitations. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this course serves as a solid foundation for subsequent, more interactive coursework.
Managing Organizational Change
August 19–20, 2025
A key challenge for today’s leaders is helping employees understand the need for change. Effective leaders must assist employees in discovering new ways of working and embracing these new ideas. Explore strategies for communicating the need for change and building employee commitment to that change. Learn general and specific approaches for turbulent times.
Mastering Modern Presentation Skills
September 11 – October 2, 2025
Elevate your presentation skills and captivate your audience, whether in-person or online. Mastering Modern Presentation Skills is a dynamic, hands-on workshop designed to transform the way you present. Through this course, you will learn the essential techniques, strategies and best practices needed to craft persuasive presentations, enhance your presence and engage audiences effectively. You’ll develop confidence in your presentation skills through skills practice, real-world applications and interactive learning. This intermediate-level workshop is perfect for professionals, managers and anyone looking to enhance their presentation abilities. Join us and take your presentation skills to the next level!
Introduction to Human-Centered Leadership
October 7–9, 2025
New Course! This course offers a practical roadmap for developing human-centered leadership, a style that prioritizes empathy, inclusion, employee fulfillment, and human well-being. Participants will learn core principles of human-centered leadership and master powerful techniques designed to build stronger relationships, promote a richer appreciation of varied viewpoints and navigate complex organizational challenges.
Change Management for Projects
October 9–23, 2025
In this comprehensive course, you will build change management skills to elevate your strategic approach to project management. While traditional project management focuses on ensuring a project is delivered on time and within scope and budget, it often overlooks the crucial aspect of managing the human side of change. This transformative class bridges the gap between project management and change management, equipping you with the tools and expertise to support the success of any project.
Consensus Building through Effective Communication and Collaboration
January 6–16, 2026
When leaders strive to work collaboratively with their teams, reaching a consensus and agreement can be challenging and rewarding. Through a blend of interactive exercises, insightful discussions, and practical simulations, you’ll gain a deep understanding of consensus building, its strengths and when to leverage it for optimal results. Explore common decision-making approaches and how to determine the best one for each situation. Refine your listening skills to truly understand others’ perspectives while improving how you communicate your own.