2025 Program Catalog Now Available
We are thrilled to share our 2025 Program Catalog and invite you to explore the programs we have planned for the coming year.
Effective communication is essential in every workplace. It's how we share ideas, solve problems, and build trust with colleagues. Yet, poor communication can also be the root of most workplace conflicts, misunderstandings, and reduced productivity.
Every email, meeting, and conversation offers an opportunity to enhance relationships, avoid miscommunications, and foster collaboration. Despite its importance, many employees and leaders struggle with communication at work, which can impact productivity, confidence, and career growth.
Whether you're just starting your career or are an experienced professional, our Communication Strategies for Workplace Success program provides practical tools and techniques to enhance how you connect with others. Learn how to communicate more confidently, share ideas effectively, and unlock new career opportunities.
Recognize and overcome the biggest blocks to successful communication: In this module, we'll identify common barriers to effective communication and equip you with strategies to overcome them.
The one skill that, when applied, will immediately change how people respond to you: Discover the powerful skill that can drastically improve your interpersonal relationships and make you a more influential communicator.
Effective and ethical influence: Learn how to ethically persuade and influence others while maintaining trust and credibility in your professional relationships.
Strategies for avoiding and resolving workplace conflict: Conflict is inevitable in any workplace. Gain practical techniques for managing and resolving conflicts to create a harmonious work environment.
The power of non-verbal communication - what you may not realize you are saying: Uncover the secrets of non-verbal communication and how your body language, gestures, and tone can speak louder than words.
Written and presentation skills for the 2020s: In today's digital age, written communication and presentation skills are essential. Learn how to craft compelling written messages and deliver impactful presentations.
Giving and receiving feedback: Learn how to provide constructive feedback to your colleagues and receive feedback gracefully, fostering personal and professional growth.
Maximizing efficiency and success with strategic communication: Discover how to communicate strategically and maximize efficiency to achieve your career goals.
Enhance your ability to communicate effectively in all aspects of your professional life.
Build stronger relationships with colleagues, clients, and supervisors.
Improve your conflict resolution skills, reducing workplace tension.
Boost your confidence in delivering presentations and written communication.
Increase your influence and persuasion skills, leading to career advancement.
Foster a positive work environment through effective feedback.
Elevate your strategic communication abilities to achieve your career objectives.
MSU employee discount & education assistance available. Please contact Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu for more information.
Melanie Zaremba, M.Ed., brings over 20 years of experience in training design and delivery to her role as the Director of Professional Development and Associate Director of Outreach at Michigan State University's School of Human Resources and Labor Relations (HRLR). Since joining the school in 2016 as Communications Director, Melanie has demonstrated a passion for creating impactful programs that empower individuals and drive organizational success.
With a focus on interactive and engaging learning experiences, Melanie specializes in facilitating training sessions on strategic communication, media interaction, leadership development, and career success strategies. She also teaches an Applied Organizational Leadership course at Michigan State University.
Registration closes 2 business days before the start of the program or until the program reaches a maximum registration limit of 30.
MSU reserves the right to cancel programs when enrollment criteria are not met or for conditions beyond its control. Any additional costs incurred by the enrollee of canceled programs are the responsibility of the enrollee.
Completion of certificate program has been approved for 7 continuing education credit hours towards Professional Development Program recertification.
Learn more about Recertification
Questions? We would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this or any of our training programs. Please contact Director of Professional Development, Melanie Zaremba at mzaremba@msu.edu.