Workshop Series for New Managers - Hybrid Course

We are pleased to offer the Workshop Series for New Managers as a hybrid course (mix of online and face-to-face sessions).

When: 
Online course - Friday, March 7, 2025  - Friday, April 25, 2025
Weekly synchronous webinar on Fridays at 2pm - the first meeting is Friday, March 14, 2025
In-person session - Monday, April 28 - Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Wellsworth Hotel in Southbridge, MA.

The April In-Person meeting will take place at:
Wellsworth Hotel
14 Mechanic Street
Southbridge, MA 01550
Directions and Map
 

Registration Fee:
NERCOMP Member: 
Early-bird rate through 1/24/25: $975 (savings of $100)
Member rate after 1/24/25: $1,075

Non-Member 
Early-bird rate through 1/24/25: $1,175 (savings of $100)
Non-Member rate after 1/24/25: $1,275

The registration covers the six online modules, all online meetings, and all course material. In-person session includes am & pm breaks, lunch on both days, and dinner on April 28th.

Event Overview​
The curriculum is targeted at early-stage leaders: recently appointed or aspiring managers or supervisors. The program focuses on the practical knowledge and skills needed to succeed in management and leadership in higher education. Topics covered in the course include interpersonal communication skills, budget and finance, managing time, delegation, and managing up; project management; leadership modes, and performance management.

Learning Outcomes
By completing this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to:
 - Evaluate common challenges faced by managers and strategies for addressing them
 - Identify practical tools and techniques that can improve a manager’s effectiveness
 - Explore strategies to develop and improve their capacity to lead
 - Develop a high-level plan for ongoing professional growth and development
 - Establish a trusted network of colleagues to support learning and reflection into the future
 - Earn a digital credential

Participants should expect to participate regularly online during each week of the program. You must be able to commit up to five hours per week every week from March 7 - April 29, 2025.  Each course week will include videos, discussions, graded assignments, small group, and full class meetings. Attendance in the weekly meetings is required. 
Participants and faculty will meet face-to-face on April 28-29, 2025, and participate in additional activities and networking opportunities. Attendees are expected to be present for all scheduled activities/sessions during the in-person portion of the workshop.
Attendance in both the online and face-to-face components of the program is required.

Seats are limited; register now. Registration ends Monday, February 24th, or when class is full.

Applications will be reviewed by a committee, and you will be notified as to your acceptance as soon as possible.



Please note:
This series is available in two formats, so you can select the one that works better for you.
--The hybrid offering takes place every spring.
--The online offering takes place every fall.  

Questions? Please contact nercomp@nercomp.org

Registration Cancellation Policy:
By clicking on the "Register Now" button, you are indicating a commitment to attend and will be held responsible for the registration fee. Your fee can be refunded if you notify us of a cancellation at least 10 days before the start of the online course via email to nercomp@nercomp.org.

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