Professional Development Guide

SPR 2016

Professional Programs Guide for Cornell ILR's professional programs

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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, human resources or EEO professionals can include modules such as managing ill and injured workers, family/medical leaves, EEO, harassment, wage and hour, or 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 seri- ous policy violations, EEO and compliance. Employee Relations: Select from interactive modules including handling employee situations, coaching, performance improvement, problem-solving techniques, facilitation tools, confict resolution, and persuasion and communications skills. EEO Immersion: This program combines the policy, knowl- edge and legal skills related to EEO, AA, harassment and conducting investigations. 4 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 affrmative 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 defning employer-employee rights and obligations, and practical implications of laws in day-to-day HR operations (e.g., discrimination, compensation and benefts). 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 confict. 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, confdentiality, 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 fndings. Prerequisite: CO231 Resolving Conflict CO336 Confict may have constructive or destructive consequences on individual or team performance. Acquire the ability to identify, confront, manage and resolve confict. 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 affrmative action legal requirements and plans for government contractors – or employers who voluntarily establish affrmative action initia- tives. Learn from an extensive case study and panel of experts. @HCD_Cornell

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