Core Series Overview

CTAC's Core Series of seminars sharpens the skills required to build and operate an effective community-based organization. This interactive program is tailored to meet the needs of community-based organizations in southwestern Pennsylvania. Classes are open to both staff and board members.

The program is offered in the afternoon starting at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments and a break will be provided. The program will be held at CTAC's training facility located at Allegheny Court, 901 Western Avenue on Pittsburgh's North Side, a centrally-located, easily accessible location.

The program will be delivered by experienced persons in Pittsburgh's community development field, a group of highly-skilled professional trainers from corporate and consulting circles.

2008-2009

COURSE SCHEDULE

LEADERSHIP SKILLS
October 2
Assess your leadership style and gain insight into the meaning and expectations of leadership.

BASIC BOARD 1: STRUCTURE & BYLAWS
October 16
Gain a better understanding of the importance of organizational structure and bylaws so that your organization can maximize benefits.

BASIC BOARD 2: ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
October 30
Strengthen your organization's foundation with a better understanding of the roles and interrelationships of board members, officers, committee chairs, staff and volunteers.

EFFECTIVE MEETINGS
November 13
Stop wasting time. Get more done.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
January 8
Learn how to improve your ability to communicate ideas and develop support for them.

STRATEGIC PLANNING
January 22
Gather practical tips to conduct planning sessions and produce a workable strategy document.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
February 5
Avoid the pitfalls of poor financial management by focusing on sound, practical principals and potential danger signs.

FUNDRAISING
February 19
Develop and effective fundraising stragegy to advance organizational goals.