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NONCREDIT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Unlock your potential with workshops tailored to help you lead with confidence and inspire innovation. Our expert-led training equips you with actionable skills to tackle challenges, adapt to change and stand out in your career. Whether you’re advancing your own leadership journey or exploring options for your company, you’ll gain fresh insights and strategies to shape the future.

Current Courses

 

Leadership for Managers Training Series

Advance your leadership skills with a series of five dynamic courses designed for aspiring and current managers. Tailored to help you grow professionally, these courses can be taken individually or as a series, earning you digital badges for each and a certificate of completion for the full program. Program Details

Leadership for Managers Training Series with Safety in the Workplace

In response to requests from managers, we have added an optional Safety in the Workplace course to our popular Leadership for Managers training series. This additional class covers how to tackle unsafe behaviors, inspire your team to uphold best practices and build a culture of accountability. Program Details

Project Management Leadership

Master the principles of project management with expert-led training designed to prepare you for the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) exam or advance your career. Aligned with PMI standards, this course explores methodologies, best practices, and key concepts, equipping you to excel in any project management role. Program Details

 

Coming in 2025

  • Profit and loss for non-finance employees
  • Microsoft Excel for beginner, intermediate and advanced users
  • AI strategy skills for business

 

 

Professional development workshop taking place in a tiered classroom, with a male instructor standing at the front of the class

“The employees needed to hear that information and it was so timely as we approach performance reviews and development conversations. I loved that the information was relevant and something they could put into practice immediately."

- Leonelle Thompson
Early Career Manager, Williams

 

How our classes work

We offer three formats depending on the program and whether you're taking the course individually or as part of a company group. Explore individual course descriptions or contact us for more information.

 

  • Online Asynchronous: Learn at your own pace with pre-recorded content and resources you can access anytime. Live online office hours with instructors are available to provide guidance and answer questions as needed.
  • Online Synchronous: Participate in live, interactive sessions held at scheduled times each week, where you engage with instructors and peers in real-time discussions and activities.
  • Hybrid: A combination of online and in-person learning, with tailored experiences for your organization.

In all formats, you’ll have access to our Tulsa-based faculty for personalized support and guidance, as well as our College of Professional Studies team, who work with you one-on-one to ensure your experience meets your goals.

 

Who should enroll

Our leadership and workforce development courses are tailored for professionals at all stages of their careers. Whether you’re an emerging leader, a seasoned manager or exploring professional growth opportunities, we have programs to match your needs. Each course description highlights the target audience, helping you find the right fit.

 

Interested in bringing one of our programs to your workplace? Contact us and we’ll collaborate with you to create a customized experience that supports your team’s development goals.

 

 

A group of AAON employees stand in a line holding up orange t-shirts that read "Leadership starts with me"

"The team from OSU-Tulsa came out and met with us at AAON and custom tailored these classes to fit our specific needs. We get a lot of very positive feedback from our team members about how this is helping them in their day-to-day management styles. These classes have really helped our team members progress in their positions as leaders."

- Larry Honel
Executive Director of Global Operations, AAON

 

What you'll earn

Participants receive digital badges for individual course completion, showcasing your commitment to professional growth. Completing an entire series earns a Certificate of Completion, providing validation of your expertise and a tangible asset to share with employers or on professional profiles.

 

Course schedules

Our programs are available throughout the year, offering multiple start dates and formats to suit your schedule. If you miss a course, check back soon—many of our popular options are offered regularly. Sign up for updates to stay informed about new course dates and availability.

 

Costs

Course pricing varies based on the format and length of the program. Group discounts are available for teams, and we offer special rates for participants enrolling in multiple courses. Visit individual course pages for specific pricing information or contact us for details on group rates.

 

 

 

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