Lexington, KY – The Gatton Institute for Business Management & Leadership Excellenceis offering a chance to those looking for the basics of a business degree without the time commitment a degree requires.
The institute, offered through the Gatton College of Business and Economics at the University of Kentucky, is offering another edition of its11-week program beginning on Thursday evening, March 20. The institute is designed for individuals who may have limited business backgrounds, yet want to gain the general knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of today's business environment.
"One of the most attractive aspects of the institute is the flexibility it offers," said Connie Blakemore, assistant director of Gatton's Executive Education Center (EEC). "This spring we are offering Series 2: Executive Business & Management Leadership. Even if you have not yet taken Series 1: Professional Business Management, which we will be offering again this fall, you can go ahead and enroll in Series 2, fit in seamlessly and expand your qualifications and business confidence."
This spring's schedule for Series 2 will run on Thursday evenings starting with March 20 and continuing through May 29. Topics covered by faculty members from the Gatton College along with distinguished guest speakers include:
How Good Leaders Become Great
Strategic Talent Management
New Product Research & Emotional Intelligence
Leading Group Negotiations