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 (CPED). View all CPED courses.
Business Process Improvement Using Lean Six Sigma and Performance Metrics
September 9-11, 2026 or December 2-4, 2026 In Person in Madison, WI
This program will help you lead successful continuous improvement efforts at your organization. You’ll get introduced to over two dozen tools and activities to improve poor process performance as well as two complex problem-solving methodologies.
Accelerating Strategic Innovation
September 24-25, 2026 In Person in Madison, WI
Innovation is both the biggest challenge and the biggest opportunity that modern businesses face. In this program, you’ll directly experience the challenge of innovation in organizations, uncovering the structural and cultural barriers that hinder creativity.
Change Management
September 30-October 1, 2026 In Person in Madison, WI
Most organizations struggle to effectively implement change, often due to resistance to change. Be prepared to effectively manage change within your organization with strategies that will help employees adapt to new realities and adopt behaviors to support growth and development of new initiatives.
Leadership Beyond Management
September 30-October 1, 2026 In Person in Madison, WI
This program will help busy managers pause to reflect and set goals to increase their effectiveness in the workplace. Engaging instructors will lead participants through ideas, assessments, and activities to help them uncover their motivations and opportunities for growth.
Business Analytics for Data-Driven Leadership
October 12-14, 2026 In Person 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.
Manager Boot Camp
In Person: October 26-29 or December 14-17; Online: January 12-February 23, 2027
In Person in Madison, WI or Online
The transition from individual contributor to people manager is one of the most difficult and risky transitions in anyone’s career. This program focuses on the process and principles that characterize excellence in people management and how to successfully make the transition to manager.
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. View all engineering non-credit professional development courses.
Critical Conversations: Results-based Communication
September 16-17, 2026, In person in Madison, WI
This course introduces a structured approach to workplace conversations, helping participants align on business outcomes, manage emotional triggers, and communicate with clarity and confidence. Through real-world examples and a step-by-step model (5S-5F-3A), attendees will gain tools to navigate difficult discussions, resolve conflict, and lead with influence.
Leading Digital Change: Transforming People, Process, and Purpose
October 14-15, 2026, Online
This course equips leaders and teams with the practical tools to lead successful strategic, operational, and cultural transformation. Through hands-on case studies, strategic planning exercises, and personalized feedback, you will learn to build your capacity for navigating complex change. Designed for both individuals and small teams, this course provides ample time to apply concepts, analyze real-world examples, and develop concrete action plans.
Decisionmaking as a Competitive Advantage
November 4-5, 2026, In person in Madison, WI
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the Choosing by Advantages (CBA) sound decisionmaking* process, essential for professionals in capital-intensive industries. Participants will delve into foundational principles, models, and methods of CBA, learning to effectively describe differences, decide importance, and recognize unsound methods.
Agile for Technical Teams
November 10-11, 2026, In person in Madison, WI
This interactive course introduces Agile methodologies through real-world simulations, collaborative exercises, and practical tools that mirror the fast-paced, iterative nature of Agile environments. Participants will explore Agile roles, artifacts, planning techniques, and metrics while applying them to a simulated product development project. By the end, attendees will be equipped to implement Agile practices in technical settings and lead cross-functional teams with agility and purpose.
Continuous Improvement: From Symptoms to Solutions
December 2-3, 2026, Online
This two-day, instructor-led course builds confidence and capability in addressing recurring quality and performance issues through structured, team-based problem-solving methods. Rooted in continual improvement principles, it equips professionals to identify the right problems, analyze their causes, and implement actions that drive measurable and sustainable improvement.
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. View all upcoming Division of Continuing Studies courses.
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.
Change Management for Projects
July 4 – July 18, 2026
Move beyond the fundamentals of project management to tackle the essential elements of successful project work — from building high-performing teams and managing resources to identifying and planning for potential risks. This course provides a hands-on exploration of key practices that ensure projects run smoothly and achieve meaningful results, whether you’re stepping into project management for the first time or working on projects as part of your role. This course also counts toward the Project Management Certificate.
Strategic Project Management: Optimizing Resources and Navigating Risks
July 13 – 15, 2026
Move beyond the fundamentals of project management to tackle the essential elements of successful project work — from building high-performing teams and managing resources to identifying and planning for potential risks. This course provides a hands-on exploration of key practices that ensure projects run smoothly and achieve meaningful results, whether you’re stepping into project management for the first time or working on projects as part of your role. This course also counts toward the Project Management Certificate.