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Join us today and unlock your full potential for success in the rapidly changing world of engineering and technology. UW-Madison’s College of Engineering (COE) is a leading professional development organization dedicated to empowering engineers and technical professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their fields. We offer a wide range of cutting-edge courses designed to enhance professional growth and provide opportunities for career advancement. Our expert instructors, both faculty and industry veterans, deliver engaging and practical training sessions that bridge the gap between theory and real-world applications. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise in a specific technical area, stay abreast of the latest industry trends, or broaden your skill set to adapt to evolving challenges, UW-Madison’s College of Engineering is your trusted partner in engineering professional development.

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Mastering the Transition from Technical Expert to Leader

Upcoming Dates
  • May 13-14, 2025 (D408)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,495
  • Nov. 17-20, 2025 (D650)
    Live Online
    $1,495
Moving into a management role can be challenging, especially for those who have spent years completing technical work without direct reports or those who are new to the workforce.  In this course, you'll develop the skills and knowledge to succeed as a manager through practical discussions of management and leadership fundamentals and tools that will aid in your transition. Classroom exercises along with a tactical action plan will allow you to immediately make a positive impact.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA00014

Tools and Tactics to Recover Troubled Projects

Upcoming Dates
  • Jun. 10-11, 2025 (D652)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
Often complex, technical development projects, that may critical to other projects or a critical product themselves, fall behind schedule. This course provides the tools and tactics needed get these projects back on track.
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Project Management
RA00043

Global Leadership for Technical Teams New

Upcoming Dates
  • Aug. 19-20, 2025 (D653)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
A large and growing proportion of technology projects are global, with teams spread across many locations, time zones and cultures. This course will show the participant how to manage these organizations more effectively and efficiently.
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA00042

Root Cause Analysis Tools for Technical Applications

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 17-18, 2025 (D559)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,295
This course will provide you with the skills to dig deep into a particular situation and to develop strong countermeasures and resolution plans to improve your operation, product, or system. Root cause analysis leads to elimination of repeat errors, improved efficiencies, enhanced quality products and services, and improved morale.
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01659

Applied Leadership for Performance Culture

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.
Build your strategic performance and implementation skills! In this 3-day course you will learn the Hoshin Planning process, understand how to optimize and sustain a strong performance culture, and demonstrate your ability to deliver the people-skill-building modules needed to support continuous improvement within your organization.
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01803

Coaching and Mentoring for Technical Leaders

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.
Learn how to coach, mentor, evaluate, and continuously improve the skills of potential leaders in your organization using the Situational Leadership II® (SLII®) system. The benefits to your organization are many—you will improve internal communication, help others achieve their goals, coach others to be confident and self-directed, and demonstrate organizational leadership that values and honors differences.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01299

Leading for Sustainability and Profitability

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  • Not scheduled at this time. Click the course title for program description and contact information.
This course is a 3-day, highly interactive program that highlights the route to achieve the two biggest organization’s objectives - to be profitable and sustainable.   Profitability stems from the fiscally responsible utilization of assets and sustainability is predicated on the ability to guarantee the performance of those assets well into the future.  
Customizable
Topic: Leadership, Leadership and Management
RA01838
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