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Building Successful Groups and Teams in Organizations
This video explains the characteristics of a 'Process Improvement Team' (PIT), and shows how such an employee-directed, problem solving group can effectively define a problem and determine its causes, then develop a workable solution in a quick and efficient manner. A key component of this 'PIT' is ... read more
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Business Profile: Ed Liddle with BP
An interview with Ed LiddleBritish Petroleum (BP)In 2000, the Refining Division of energy company BP met in Lake Geneva, Illinois to examine ways to move the business forward. This meeting was called, "Operation People" and was set up to try and improve morale in their refineries. It seemed the empl... read more
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Developing Organizational Plans
The vital role that planning plays in the success of a business is discuss in this program. A company's mission and goals direct the planning efforts. The video takes the student through the process, featuring Heavenly Ski Resort and Second City Theatre and showing how each approaches planning issue... read more
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Development of Management Thought
The program uses an animated Time Line to introduce the changes in our country's business and industrial methods and show how new management theories have developed. This video gives an historical account of the approaches top management, right up to the present. Each approach has strived to improve... read more
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Dynamics of Behavior in Organizations: Featuring Zingerman's Community of Businesses
Zingerman's in Ann Arbor, Michigan is a tasty phenomenon built on visions and passion. Co-founders Ari Weinzweig and Paul Saginaw have a vision and passion for sourcing, preparing and serving traditional food with remarkable taste. They've shared their vision and passion with Zingerman's partners an... read more
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Empowering People: Featuring The Second City
The culture of The Second City began with the daring, collaborative comedic efforts of its first performers. The exciting cutting edge comedy continues today. True to their core, The Second City fosters a creative environment. By focusing on talent, they empower their employees to think creatively a... read more
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Environmental Factors of Management
Heavenly Ski Resort, overlooking Lake Tahoe, and Second City Theatre in Chicago, are very different kinds of entertainment experiences. Yet both draw from a variety of environments to help make management decisions and determine their course.
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Essence of Management
This program gives an overall view of the subject of management. It describes the four major functions managers perform (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling) and the skills required to carry out these functions.
DVD style course with completion certificate only
Getting Results through Effective Leadership
This video shows how effective leadership at every level of Marshall Industries' organization was instrumental in orchestrating the company's phenomenal restructuring and turnaround.
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Groups and Teamwork
Southwest Airlines has an enviable record of being the only airline to win the industry's 'triple crown' of consumer satisfaction (Best On-Time, Best Customer Satisfaction, Best Luggage Handling). Southwest will demonstrate how their use of teamwork has won them the distinction of being one of the 1... read more
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How Do You Turn a Giant Around? (Leadership)
Through the leadership of Lou Gerstner, 'Big Blue IBM' made a very impressive turn around with the use of four Foundations of Management--organizing, leading, planning, and controlling an inspired IBM's rebirth. This program gives insight into the history of IBM and the challenges faced. Creating ea... read more
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Human Resource Assessment and Development: Von Maur Stores
Von Maur's department store strength lies in its customer service: their #l goal and superb selling tool! Their approaches to team spirit and team involvement transfers into smiles at every turn. Every single thought and concept involves the very best customer service and the happy customer. Human r... read more
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