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.
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.
Organizational Agility in Digital Transformation: Designing and Leading Change
March 18-20, 2025, In person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI, or Live Online
This course is structured to support small teams and individual leaders to build their capacity and planning for Industry 4.0. There will be ample time for application of concepts, case study analysis, planning, and feedback from both instructor and participants.
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
April 1-3, 2025, Online
Designed for managers, management track, engineers, and technical professionals who need to make decisions about AI/ML related projects and have limited prior experience in AI and machine learning. In this comprehensive course, participants will achieve an understanding of fundamental machine learning concepts, including the advantages and pitfalls of common strategies.
Agile for Technical Teams
April 22-23, 2025 In person at the Pyle Center in Madison, WI
Engage in hands-on exercises to understand and implement the fundamental roles, processes and artifacts of Agile project and product delivery. The course includes a combination of presentations, readings, videos, examples and case studies.
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.
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.
Workplace Neurodiversity: Creating Spaces Where All Minds Can Thrive
May 15-22, 2025
Neurodiversity reflects the natural variation in human minds and how people interact with the world differently as a result. In the workplace, building awareness for how neurodivergence appears within it is the first step towards realizing the innovation and creativity a supported team can generate.
Fundamentals of Project Management
December 10-19, 2024, or February 13-20, 2025
Gain foundational knowledge and explore best practices in project management to build the personal knowledge, skill and confidence you need to effectively lead projects. Whether you’re leading your first project or looking for strategies to ensure project success, you will benefit from this class.
Facilitating Effective Meetings
February 18-19, 2025
Gain an understanding of the mechanics of managing a meeting well. Learn to develop an agenda, manage meeting dynamics, deal with disruptive behavior, keep the meeting on track, track assignments and record the decisions and actions of the group. The session includes templates and models.
Introduction to Inclusive Leadership
April 15-17, 2025
Refine your skills in relationship-building and learn how leading with curiosity and humility fosters trust and belonging within your team. Use activities and discussions to explore course concepts. Apply your learning to real-world scenarios so you can create an inclusive environment.