EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, EMPLOYMENT LAW AND EEO
On-Site Programs: Employee Relations,
Investigations, Employment Law and EEO
Employment Law: Interactive private or public sector half-
or full-day programs for managers, HR or EEO professionals.
Select from modules such as managing ill and injured
employees, family/medical leaves, EEO, harassment, wage and
hour, safety and privacy/social media.
Internal Investigations: An intensive program that
teaches the skills and knowledge necessary for conducting
all complex employee-related internal investigations, such as
serious policy violations, EEO and compliance.
Employee Relations: Select from interactive modules
including handling employee situations, coaching, performance
improvement, problem-solving techniques, facilitation tools,
conflict resolution, and persuasion and communication skills.
EEO Immersion: This program combines the policy,
knowledge and legal skills related to EEO, AA, harassment and
conducting investigations.
For more information about on-site programs,
contact Sandra Acevedo at 212.340.2819 or
email ilrcustomerservice@cornell.edu.
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To register, visit our website
www.ilr.cornell.edu/hcdnyc.
W O R K S H O P S
The Law of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
CO100
Learn the latest in-depth information on federal, state and
local EEO and affirmative action laws (e.g., Title VII, ADEA,
ADA, Executive Order 11246). Topics include discrimination,
reasonable accommodations, illegal harassment, retaliation,
the relationship between EEO laws, AA and diversity, and the
interplay of FMLA and ADA.
Human Resources and the Law CO111
Gain insights on preventing, identifying and managing
employee issues that have potential legal concerns. This
comprehensive and interactive workshop includes up-to-
date information on employment laws and cases defining
employer-employee rights and obligations, and practical
implications of laws in day-to-day HR operations (e.g.,
discrimination, compensation and benefits). Current legal
issues are highlighted, including a module on social media
and privacy.
Legal Issues in the Workplace CO353
Managers and HR practitioners are frequently exposed to
employee issues that may have legal implications for their
organization. This interactive workshop focuses on the legal
issues associated with day-to-day employment decisions and
actions with an emphasis on practical techniques to address
issues in a legally sound manner.
Effective Employee Relations (ER) CO251
Examine proactive initiatives and policy implementation
that guide successful employee relations. Learn techniques
for conducting effective conversations and managing
performance issues. Practice communication skills and explore
working styles and sources of conflict.
Employee Internal Investigations: Part I CO231
Learn a step-by-step approach for conducting investigations
and developing resolutions. Topics include: investigator's role,
interviewing, managing emotional employees, confidentiality,
information-gathering techniques, when to involve an
attorney and identifying outcomes. Prerequisite: CO100,
CO111 or CO353
Advanced Employee Internal Investigations: Part II
CO332
Through extensive practice, gain advanced skills for handling
complex employee investigations, such as serious policy
violations, EEO and compliance. Topics include: thorough
investigation methods, strategies for avoiding common
errors and the necessary steps for creating and implementing
outcomes. Required: CO231
Internal Investigation Note-taking and Reports
CO240
Internal investigation notes, documentation, summaries and
reports have come under heightened scrutiny. An investigation
may be at risk if the supporting information and reports are
not well written. Practice effective note-taking techniques
while developing skills in writing fair, neutral reports that
uphold findings. Prerequisite: CO231
Resolving Conflict CO336
Conflict may have constructive or destructive consequences on
individual or team performance. Acquire the ability to identify,
confront, manage and resolve conflict.
Harassment Prevention in the Workplace CO220
For EEO/HR professionals and managers, prevention is the key
to maintaining a productive workplace and avoiding illegal
harassment on the job (sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, age,
disability, etc.). This interactive workshop examines legal and
policy concerns, and best practices for facilitating respect and
dignity in the workplace.
Affirmative Action (AA) Programs CO213
Develop current and essential knowledge of affirmative action
legal requirements and plans for government contractors
or employers who voluntarily establish affirmative action
initiatives. Learn from an extensive case study and a panel of
experts.