This course provides an introduction to the dynamic field and practice of workplace strategy (WPS). The course presents workplace design features that affect the health, satisfaction and productivity of workers. In addition to foundational elements of WPS, the course features discussion of the broader role of workplace strategy, trends, global issues, tools and technologies.

This course provides an introduction to the dynamic field and practice of workplace strategy (WPS). The course presents workplace design features that affect the health, satisfaction and productivity of workers. In addition to foundational elements of WPS, the course features discussion of the broader role of workplace strategy, trends, global issues, tools and technologies.

Successful partnerships that strategically outsource services to leverage a vendor's specialized experience, operating efficiencies, and economies of scale will be explored. Best practices in determining which functions might be outsourced, selecting partners, enabling transitions, and managing ongoing relationships will be shared. Various models, approaches, strategies, compensation structures, and metrics will be discussed, and individual and small group activities will deepen the participants’ understanding of service delivery and outsourcing.

Develop awareness of similarities and differences between conceptual, analytical and operational strategy in this 3-part seminar.  The seminar focuses on understanding the mission, vision, and values of an organization, as well as macro- and micro-market analytics. Finally, you discover the importance and use of operational metrics, targets and action planning. Leave with more confidence and skill to apply appropriate strategical approaches to daily work.

To earn QPCR credit for this course, you will complete a short survey after both sessions in order to provide your feedback to help us better understand how we can improve for future offerings of this course. We appreciate your participation and helpful comments.

This seminar provides both CRE professionals and non-CRE professionals with an in-depth review of CRE’s role in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. The seminar contemplates CRE across six (6) components of the M&A/D life-cycle, including: The Deal Model, Pre-signing Launch, Pre-signing Transition Planning, Sign-to-Close Execution, Post-Close Transformation and Closing.

Eligible: 4 Credits

This course introduces CRE Professionals to negotiation skills and techniques and offers a concise strategy for coming to mutually acceptable agreements and conflict resolution. Through discussion, participants will be exposed to the art of negotiation, ultimately building their skills and comfort with the negotiation process.

QPCR Learn + Connect Group 8  Meet & Greet

Your career success is attributable to how well you master essential interpersonal, emotional, and social skills. Leading the Corporate Real Estate (CRE) function today is more about enabling work and promoting productivity than it is about managing “bricks and mortar” assets. It is more about influencing and collaborating and less about executing individual tasks. Organizations have become more collaborative and people-centric, and so must Corporate Real Estate. As a current or emerging CRE executive, it is imperative that you focus on interpersonal, emotional, and social skills such as communication, influence, conflict resolution, and performance coaching because these skills are essential.  

To earn QPCR credit for this course, you will complete a short survey after both sessions in order to provide your feedback to help us better understand how we can improve for future offerings of this course. We appreciate your participation and helpful comments.

This seminar provides both CRE professionals and non-CRE professionals with an in-depth review of CRE’s role in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures. The seminar contemplates CRE across six (6) components of the M&A/D life-cycle, including: The Deal Model, Pre-signing Launch, Pre-signing Transition Planning, Sign-to-Close Execution, Post-Close Transformation and Closing.

Eligible: 4 Credits

This two-part, four-hour virtual course provides a high level overview of the dynamic field and practice of Workplace Strategy (WPS). Gain an understanding of the foundational elements of WPS, the broader role of WPS, trends, global issues, tools, and technologies.