This course is an intense review of PMP Certification Exam material; it is not intended as a stand-alone project management course.

This course is specifically designed to provide participants with a proven, practical approach to preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This course is an intense review of exam material to help prepare people to write the exam; it is not intended to teach people basic project management concepts. Prior project management training and experience is highly recommended to maximize candidates’ chances to pass the exam.

The course is delivered by trainers who have had extensive experience in professional project management and a long history of successfully preparing people for the PMP® exam. The instructors are experts at presenting content in an engaging manner, keeping the atmosphere positive, and empowering course participants as they prepare to challenge the PMP® exam. This online class is delivered through the use of online polls, sample quizzes, group discussions, videos, and other activities conducted as a whole class or in online breakout rooms.

The knowledge areas are presented in modules. At the beginning of each module, there is a practice pre-test before the presentation of the course material which is followed by realistic, challenging, multiple-choice questions. During the review of the practice questions, the instructor explains how to arrive at the correct answer. The course provides many exam tips and test-taking techniques, but there are no gimmicks because there is no magic formula for passing the PMP exam. It requires appropriate professional PM experience, an intense preparation course, and commitment to prepare appropriately for the exam.

To learn about how to qualify to write your PMP exam, visit the PMI website.

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This financial literacy session will enable you to be able to use financial management tools to evaluate business and make informed financial decisions for your small business. 

What you will learn:

• What's financial management?

• What tools can help operate my business?

• How do I determine if a product is profitable? What's my most profitable product?

• Who are my most profitable customers?

• Why do I need a budget?

• How do I create and use a budget?

• What reports do I need?

• How do I tell where my business is heading? 

Join us to learn more about the money side of business. 

Speaker Bio:

All speakers are registered Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) volunteering as part of CPA Canada's Financial Literacy program. All CPA members are professional financial experts who have a solid reputation and position of trust with Canadians. Their top priorities are protecting and acting in the public's interest. They are active in their communities and have a long history of giving back. 

CPA Canada is working to address the growing social problem of financial literacy in Canada. Their mission is to deliver unbiased objective financial literacy education and information to improve the overall state of financial literacy in Canada. The information they provide is free, unbiased, functional, and clear, delivered at the grassroots level through their national CPA member network. 

For more information about CPA Canada's Financial Literacy program, please visit their website: https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/public-interest/financial-literacy

Pitch It Like A Pro! Chance to Win $500+More! All participants get a free one-year code to PAROGoForth online business 101 training (value $200) Attend at least 2 of the 4 virtual sessions and then Pitch! Open to all women entrepreneurs across Ontario! The 5th session you'll use everything you've learned to give your pitch to our judges for a change to win $500! Sessions will take place every Wednesday. October 18-November 8.

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This BIZCamp is designed to support you through your journey toward successful completion of the Women’s Loan Fund (WEOC National Loan Fund Program) application, including support to develop, design or tweak your business plan. In addition to this, there are other perks!

Please register through the Client Portal

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What does a copyright protect? Should I register for copyright protection in Canada?

In this live presentation, you'll learn the basics of copyright. We'll explain what a copyright protects, the benefits of registering your copyright in Canada and what to do if you want to use someone else's copyrighted works. We'll explain the different types of protections a copyright gives and bust some common copyright myths.

Join us for an interactive presentation with online polls, live Q&As and videos. All participants will get a copy of the presentation with links to CIPO's most popular IP resources for businesses.

·       What is copyright?

·       What are the critera for protection?

·       How can I make money from my copyright?

·       How do I avoid copyright infringement?

·       How do I register my copyright in Canada?

·       Who can help me with IP?

Small business taxes can be daunting, especially if you lack experience in this area.

Learn how to manage your books and stay in compliance with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) during this free seminar, presented by Robert Zwaag, Liaison Officer for the CRA.

Key learning outcomes:

• Common tax errors and how to avoid them
• How to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries
• Information on CRA’s services
• General bookkeeping concepts and best practices
• In-depth HST discussion, including, reporting requirements and applicable tax statutes

The material in this seminar is catered towards corporations.

Our next Wednesday Wisdom is at Fourteen Restaurant & Sky Lounge (https://fourteenrestaurantandskylounge.ca/) 

Join us to share your story and make new connections. Don't forget to bring your business cards!

To register, contact Frank Abbruzzese: frank@alphakor.com

Join us for Bet on Canada Toronto, a one-day summit where some of the country’s top business leaders will:

• Shine a light on the most important topics, trends, and tools for businesses in 2024.
• Share practical advice on conquering timely business challenges.
• Offer step-by-step actions business leaders can use immediately.

We’re big on keeping things simple, to the point, and useful. Bet on Canada is about cutting out all the fluff and giving you insights and connections that will benefit you right away:

• 15+ networking sessions, panels, mini-keynotes, and more to choose from where you’ll hear from Canada’s top business leaders.
• You’ll walk away with at least 5 new ideas that you can apply concretely in your professional life, like how to build a high-performance team, use AI to do your job better, make the right financial decisions for your business in 2024, and much more.
• Facilitated networking and relationship-building to ensure you leave with at least 5 valuable new connections.

Who should come?

You should come to Bet On Canada if:

• You’re a professional who wants the connections and insights to take your career to the next level.
• You’re a business leader who wants to understand how to prepare for the economic climate we’re heading into.
• You’re an operator who wants practical strategies and tactics for growing, hiring, and selling more.
• You’re an entrepreneur who wants to learn how to raise capital from top VCs.
• You’re an investor who wants to meet the next generation of Canadian business leaders.

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This session is for you if you are in the early stages of development and are looking to gain knowledge in the food and beverage industry.

In this free 60-minute online seminar learn about:

• Creating a Business Model
• Doing your Market Research
• Analyzing the Competition
• What is Your Value Proposition?

Do you have an idea for a food business? Want to learn more before you “venture” into food production? Looking to find out how to search for a licensed commercial kitchen that can help you get your venture off the ground? Or just have a delicious recipe you wish to cook up into a money-making business? Then be sure to attend this valuable workshop on “Starting a Food Business”.

You will leave with a better understanding of how to get started on your path to success in the food and beverage industry!

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Explore how to maximize your online presence by leveraging an e-commerce solution. Get e-commerce ready with Digital Main Street!

This unique leadership training & development program provides a learning opportunity like no other. In just eight, half-day modules, learners will be coached by industry experts across a variety of disciplines, in real-time, to gain practical experience and develop an individual leadership philosophy and style.

Our Industry Project Partner will provide students in the Applied Leadership Program with experience addressing potential real-world challenges.

Participants will be challenged to inspire action in others by practicing hands-on tactics and acquiring the necessary skills to lead resilient teams to successful outcomes, culminating in an industry sponsored capstone project.

The Applied Leadership Program is developed specifically for individuals interested in:

• Developing communication strategies and leadership plans in support of organizational strategy.
• Recognizing the project lifecycle and best practices in change management for teams.
• Incorporating leadership tactics to manage teams, conflict, coach others and meet goals.
• Building the foundations of a personal leadership mantra and understand the tools to implement.
• Developing a growth mindset and an appreciation for lifelong learning.

Why you should take this program:

• Career advancement - leadership and soft skills are among the most in-demand skills across all industries and sectors. 
• Applied learning - this program is not about textbooks and lectures, but rather taking the knowledge you will learn and the skills you will build to solve real-world leadership problems.
• Networking & professional connections - connect and work with like-minded individuals from a cross section of backgrounds, industries and varied experiences. 
• Minimal time commitment - in only a few hours per week, you will be exposed to the key principles and practices of professional, successful leaders.
• Incredible instructors - a selection of industry professionals who work in the field, conduct research and maintain outstanding credentials. 

Who should attend?

• Individuals interested in progressing into, or are currently in, a supervisory or leadership role
• Newly appointed team leaders or supervisors
• Organizations invested in succession planning and /or developing current supervisors

In order to successfully complete the program, learners must attend live virtual instructional sessions, submit an action planning workbook and complete the capstone project presentation requirements.

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The Law and Entrepreneurship SpeakHER Series 2023 is pleased to welcome Liz Afolabi, a trademark and copyright lawyer and registered trademark agent at Anchor IP Law. With over 14 years of experience in intellectual property law, Liz has worked with a variety of clients, including start-ups, individuals, and small, medium, and large corporations. Liz routinely files trademark applications in Canada, the U.S., and internationally through the Madrid Protocol.

Liz will guide attendees through the fundamentals of trademarks: Exploring with attendees the tools to transform their distinctive marks into a protected brand. The session will discuss the trademark registration process, key trademark considerations along a venture’s innovation journey, and how trademarks can provide a competitive advantage to businesses as they span. In addition to situating trademarks in the start-up space and discussing how IP can complement the value proposition of a business, the session will explore the unique challenges and opportunities facing women working in IP – whether as inventors or trademark professionals. Attendees can also expect to glean valuable insights about careers in IP, a vital and dynamic sector.

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Financial management is vital for sustainable business growth. In this workshop, participants will learn how to calculate costs, develop financial models, and analyze financial statements to make informed business decisions.

This virtual event is hosted by the Southwestern Ontario Black Entrepreneurship Network (SWOBEN), which empowers and supports Black entrepreneurs, including business owners and nonprofit leaders in the greater Southwestern Ontario region, to succeed and thrive by building strong business foundations and optimizing opportunities. Click the link below at 6 p.m. on Nov. 3 to participate in the webinar.

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This course is an intense review of PMP Certification Exam material; it is not intended as a stand-alone project management course.

This course is specifically designed to provide participants with a proven, practical approach to preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This course is an intense review of exam material to help prepare people to write the exam; it is not intended to teach people basic project management concepts. Prior project management training and experience is highly recommended to maximize candidates’ chances to pass the exam.

The course is delivered by trainers who have had extensive experience in professional project management and a long history of successfully preparing people for the PMP® exam. The instructors are experts at presenting content in an engaging manner, keeping the atmosphere positive, and empowering course participants as they prepare to challenge the PMP® exam. This online class is delivered through the use of online polls, sample quizzes, group discussions, videos, and other activities conducted as a whole class or in online breakout rooms.

The knowledge areas are presented in modules. At the beginning of each module, there is a practice pre-test before the presentation of the course material which is followed by realistic, challenging, multiple-choice questions. During the review of the practice questions, the instructor explains how to arrive at the correct answer. The course provides many exam tips and test-taking techniques, but there are no gimmicks because there is no magic formula for passing the PMP exam. It requires appropriate professional PM experience, an intense preparation course, and commitment to prepare appropriately for the exam.

To learn about how to qualify to write your PMP exam, visit the PMI website.

REGISTER

Aspiring entrepreneurs: Transform your idea into a thriving business!

Three-Part Workshop Series

An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small business? Register today for the free, virtual, three-part Rock My Business workshop series, presented by Futurpreneur and RBC Future Launch. The series provides you with the tools to develop your idea, formalize your business plan and create a viable cashflow—all while connecting you with fellow entrepreneurs across Canada.

Note: Complete the Business Plan and Cash Flow workshops to qualify for free one-on-one coaching from one of our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence.

RBC Rock My Business Start-up Awards: Eight entrepreneurs, $10k each

Futurpreneur and RBC want to help you launch your startup and are awarding eight young, aspiring entrepreneurs $10k to take their small businesses to the next level!

Workshop 1: Rock My Business Idea

Ensure your idea is viable before developing a business plan.

You’ll learn how to spot and overcome key obstacles to business viability, and how to meet short-term goals against timelines.

Note: If you’ve already firmed up your business idea—or if you’ve recently launched a new business–and are ready to create a solid business plan, proceed directly to workshop 2, Rock My Business Plan.

Aspiring entrepreneurs: Transform your idea into a thriving business

Three-Part Workshop Series

An impending economic slowdown may appear daunting for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right approach one can create space for innovative ideas and find opportunities to fill gaps in the market with niche products and services. Are you an entrepreneur looking to transform your idea into a thriving business or grow your newly launched small business? Register today for the free, virtual, three-part Rock My Business workshop series, presented by Futurpreneur and RBC Future Launch. The series provides you with the tools to develop your idea, formalize your business plan and create a viable cashflow—all while connecting you with fellow entrepreneurs across Canada. 

Note: Complete the Business Plan and Cash Flow workshops to qualify for free one-on-one coaching from one of our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence.

RBC Rock My Business Start-up Awards: Eight entrepreneurs, $10k each

Futurpreneur and RBC want to help you launch your startup and are awarding eight young, aspiring entrepreneurs $10k to take their small businesses to the next level!

Workshop 2: Rock My Business Plan

Develop a robust business plan.

You’ll learn how to write the four main sections of the business plan: Company Profile, Marketing Activities, Market Research, and Operations. 

Note: We recommend that all participants also register for the subsequent workshop, Rock My Cash Flow.

Social media is an invaluable tool for today’s business, whether you are just starting out or have been established for years.

Do you have an idea and you want to start your own small business, but you aren’t sure where to start? Attend this free seminar to find out information such as:

• How to register your business
• Business structure
• Government support programs
• Other services and programs available to you

Join UWindsor Continuing Education and President of Procept Associates LTD, Kevin Aguanno to gain key insights on the importance of formal Project Management training, and the Accelerated Project Management Certificate through University of Windsor Continuing Education.

Speaker, Kevin Aguanno: 

As a well-known keynote speaker, trainer, and executive coach in agile management meth­ods, Aguanno has taught thousands of people how to better manage high-change projects by using techniques from Scrum, Extreme Programming, Feature-Driven Development, OpenUP and other agile methods. He is a frequent presenter at conferences and private corporate events where he delights audiences with practical advice peppered with fascinating stories from his own experiences in the trenches practicing agile project management. He has taught for several years at the University of Waterloo and the University of Toronto where he won the coveted SCS Excellence in Teaching Award and is a regular guest lecturer in software engineering and project management classes at several other universities. Kevin Aguanno holds a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario, and a Master's in Project Management from the School of Business and Public Management at George Washington University. In 2013, the PMAC formally recognized Aguanno with its highest honor by naming him a Fellow of the Project Management Association of Canada (FPMAC) and in 2015, the UK's Association for Project Management honoured Aguanno by naming him a Fellow (FAPM). Kevin Aguanno is the author of over thirty books, audiobooks, and DVDs in addition to a number of articles published in magazines and journals worldwide.

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Addressing workplace conflict begins with effective interpersonal skills and strong relationships. The first part of this class will provide you with the tools and practice to help you engage in difficult conversations with your supervisor, peers and clients. Learn strategies to turn conflict into collaboration and build the confidence to share new ideas and influence others. During the afternoon you will investigate a Constructive Conflict approach to manage conflict in the workplace. Through the analysis of workplace scenarios, you will examine the source of the conflict, the motivation for the conflict of all parties involved and learn how to work toward building a solution.

Upon completion of this class you will learn to:

• Build effective working relationships
• Practice engaging in difficult conversations by creating a safe environment
• Walk through the steps for a successful confrontational conversation
• Provide meaningful feedback in various situations (ie. during a performance review or client presentation)
• Recognize the causes and sources of conflict (Healthy and Unhealthy)
• Use a constructive conflict model to analyze conflicts in a workplace setting
• Consider conflict in the social-cultural context

Upon completion you will receive a Certificate of Participation in “Constructive Conflict Management”. Attending 85% of the class is required for a certificate.

One-day workshop: November 8, 2023, In-person | 9am-4pm, with one-hour break
Fee: $475 + HST per registration. UWindsor staff, students, alumni, and Hire UWindsor partners are eligible for a discount. For leaders in their organization who wish to send their team, group rates are available. Email continue@uwindsor.ca for details.

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Pitch It Like A Pro! Chance to Win $500+More! All participants get a free one-year code to PAROGoForth online business 101 training (value $200) Attend at least 2 of the 4 virtual sessions and then Pitch! Open to all women entrepreneurs across Ontario! The 5th session you'll use everything you've learned to give your pitch to our judges for a change to win $500! Sessions will take place every Wednesday. October 18-November 8.

REGISTER

This BIZCamp is designed to support you through your journey toward successful completion of the Women’s Loan Fund (WEOC National Loan Fund Program) application, including support to develop, design or tweak your business plan. In addition to this, there are other perks!

Please register through the Client Portal

REGISTER